About the role

  • Senior Embedded Systems Engineer designing embedded architectures for quantum communication at Quantum Technology Laboratories GmbH in Vienna. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop QKD systems and optoelectronic solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Translate system requirements into robust embedded system architectures, including partitioning across MCU/FPGA/ASIC and software
  • Select suitable components (MCUs/SoCs, ADC/DACs, clocks, power, memories) and define interfaces to implement the architecture
  • Design and integrate interfaces to digital (e.g. telemetry/telecommand buses) and analog (e.g. photodiodes) peripherals and components
  • Develop high-throughput digital signal processing units for real-time acquisition, filtering, and processing of digital data streams
  • Develop embedded software (C/C++ on bare-metal and/or RTOS), including boot, drivers, middleware, and application logic
  • Collaborate closely with FPGA, hardware, and optical engineering teams to deliver complex quantum-cryptography solutions
  • Create documentation: requirements, interface control documents, design specifications, and verification plans
  • Establish quality practices: code reviews, static analysis, unit/integration testing, and CI for firmware
  • Contribute to system security, reliability, EMC/EMI, and DfX considerations throughout the lifecycle

Requirements

  • Strong track record designing embedded architectures from requirements through production
  • Deep knowledge of MCU/SoC/SoM platforms, RTOS concepts, memory/clocking, and low-level drivers
  • Fluency with common buses/protocols and analog fundamentals
  • Proficiency in C/C++; familiarity with scripting (Python) for test and automation
  • Experience integrating with FPGAs and reading hardware schematics/PCB layouts
  • Excellent cross-functional communication and documentation skills; ability to lead design reviews and mentor others
  • Nice to have: Embedded cybersecurity expertise (secure boot, key management, hardening)
  • Nice to have: Space industry experience (radiation/thermal considerations, ECSS/NASA or DoD standards, environmental testing)

Benefits

  • Flexible work arrangements in a hybrid model combining remote and on-site collaboration
  • Collaborative and innovative environment in Vienna
  • Balanced work–life integration for our employees
  • Attractive workplace with excellent infrastructure at Wienerberg
  • Great Italian espresso
  • Humorous and friendly work atmosphere

Job title

Senior Embedded Systems Engineer

Job type

Experience level

Senior

Salary

€57,291 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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