C++ Embedded Software Engineer

Position: C++ Embedded Software Engineer

Location:
On-Site (Cluj-Napoca / Iasi, Romania) Seniority: Mid-Senior Level Language: English Role Overview We are looking for experienced C++ Embedded Software Engineers to join a cross-functional feature team that delivers software across multiple subsystems. This is an on-site position, based in either Cluj-Napoca or Iasi. The role requires solid hands-on experience in modern C++ (C++17 or later), with a focus on Qt desktop applications and/or real-time systems such as QNX, as well as Embedded Linux and Windows IoT / kiosk environments. You will take ownership of features end-to-end, from understanding and design through implementation, testing and integration, working closely with the Technical Anchor / Architect and the client’s engineering teams. The role also requires the active use of Agentic AI as part of the software engineering and development workflow. Previous experience in the MedTech / Medical Devices industry is considered an advantage.

Key Responsibilities
Feature Development & Ownership
• Design, develop and maintain features across multiple components and subsystems
• Analyze existing code, data flows and dependencies before proposing changes
• Prepare technical designs and align them with the Architect and module owners before implementation
• Take end-to-end ownership of delivered features and explain your implementation choices during code reviews C++ & Embedded Development
• Develop high-quality software using modern C++ (C++17 or later)
• Build and extend desktop GUI applications with Qt
• Develop applications for Windows IoT / kiosk environments
• Develop embedded applications for Linux
• Develop or support software running on QNX real-time operating systems
• Ensure performance, reliability, and maintainability across supported platforms Quality & Testing
• Apply Test-Driven Development and write maintainable unit tests
• Work within CI quality gates: static analysis (clang-tidy), formatting (clang-format), warnings-as-errors, Doxygen documentation
• Support integration and validation on real hardware together with integration and test engineers Agentic AI & Engineering Efficiency
• Actively use Agentic AI (e.g. GitHub Copilot agent mode) within software engineering and development workflows
• Drive AI tools responsibly: review, understand and own all AI-generated code Technical Requirements Must-have
• 4+ years of professional software development experience in modern C++ (C++17 or later)
• Hands-on experience with Qt or QNX / other RTOS
• Experience developing applications for embedded Linux and/or Windows IoT / kiosk environments
• Experience with unit testing and static analysis tools
• Active hands-on use of Agentic AI in software engineering and development workflows
• Good knowledge of Git and CI/CD workflows
• Fluent English communication skills Nice-to-have
• Previous experience developing software in a safety-critical or regulated environment, such as automotive (ISO 26262 / ASPICE) or industrial (IEC 61508); MedTech / Medical Devices experience under IEC 62304 (Class B or C) is a strong advantage
• Familiarity with FDA regulations for medical device software (e.g. 21 CFR Part 11)
• Experience with both Qt and QNX / other RTOS
• Familiarity with FPGA development (Xilinx or Intel toolchains)
• Experience with CMake and the Conan 2 package manager
• Experience with Azure DevOps (ADO) YAML pipelines and Artifactory integration
• Knowledge of server-side development, including REST APIs and containerisation Soft Skills
• High level of responsibility and ownership for the code you deliver
• Analytical and structured problem-solving skills
• Ability to explain technical solutions clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong collaboration skills within cross-functional, on-site teams
• Proactive and solution-oriented mindset Education
• University degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Embedded Systems, Electronics Engineering, or a related field