FERNRIDE is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging because we value and celebrate everyone's differences and individuality. We strive to create an open, safe space in which you feel empowered and authentic. FERNRIDE has over 130 employees, from 35+ countries. Our culture is characterized by the company values and fundamentals:

#wewinasoneteam #weexecuteanddeliver #weareambitiousinnovators #weareopentochange #weputcustomervaluefirst #respect #professionalism #safety.

What you will work on

As an Embedded Software Engineer (f/d/m), you will develop the core software including BSP, middleware and safety functions, which serves as the platform upon which our Autonomy teams depend. You will partner very closely with the Systems and Safety Engineering, Autonomy, Integration, and Test and Verification teams to ensure that our safety-critical code base is correctly implemented. You will also help to drive the certification process with our safety certification partners. In this role, you will be at the core of FERNRIDE's product execution and be a driving force for advancing our business plan.

How you will leave your footprint

• developing embedded software on real-time systems that implements the safety-critical parts of our stack on microcontrollers and Microprocessors using C, C++, and/or Rust.
• implementing device drivers, hardware abstraction layers, communication middleware, and other hardware-specific software.
• implementing critical applications like alerts, diagnostics, monitoring, and Minimal Risk Condition maneuvers and support tools and helpers using Python and Rust.
• getting involved in the full life cycle of safety-critical development from concept through implementation, integration and testing on the vehicle, to release.

What you will bring to the team

• Understanding of Operating System architecture and computer architecture
• Expertise in modern C++ and C, gained by working with low level software such as MCU firmware, device drivers, OS kernels.
• Experience in working with and debugging low level buses and peripherals such as I2C, SPI, MDIO, QSPI, network drivers, CAN
• Significant experience in using development tools like JTAG Debugger, CAN and Ethernet protocol analyzer, logic analyzer, etc.
• Experience developing production quality code in large codebases
• Experience in developing safety-critical software respecting industry standards (ISO-26262, IEC-61508 etc.)
• Experience with QNX, Bazel, and Rust are nice-to-haves

What we offer @ FERNRIDE

Working with FERNRIDE means accomplishments are based on team effort, so all your colleagues and you benefit from:

• Flexible working hours & remote work
• All-day breakfast and unlimited drinks, fruits, and snacks
• Subsidized canteen close to headquarters
• EUR 40 Spendit card /month
• Corporate Benefits platform
• Company pension scheme
• Team, department, and company events
• Company Equity
• 30 days of vacation
• Up to six weeks of remote work in countries covered under the EHIC (European Health Insurance Card)

Who we are

FERNRIDE offers scalable automation solutions for yard trucking that increase productivity, promote sustainability, and improve worker safety. We employ a human-assisted automation approach, which allows for remote takeovers of electric trucks when necessary. This ensures seamless integration and reliable operations for logistics operators. With over a decade of research and high-profile customers, including Volkswagen, HHLA, DB Schenker, and BSH, FERNRIDE uses cutting-edge technology to address major industry challenges, such as driver shortages and the negative environmental impact of logistics operations.