Role description
As an Embedded Software Engineer at PACCAR, you explore, validate, and prototype new software technologies, concepts, and architectures for next-generation platforms. Operating in the earliest stages of product development, you transform ideas and requirements into tangible proofs of concept (PoCs), prototypes, and concrete technical recommendations. By rapidly testing feasibility and identifying risks, you help guide architecture decisions and reduce uncertainty.
Key Responsibilities
- Research & Innovation: Explore emerging software technologies and propose innovative ideas.
- Prototyping & Development: Translate concepts into PoCs, demonstrator models, and production-ready embedded software.
- Validation: Conduct feasibility studies, technology benchmarks, and supplier assessments.
- Collaboration: Work closely with architects and engineering teams to validate concepts.
- Knowledge Transfer: Document findings and guide the transition from concept to final engineering.
Key Deliverables
- Functional PoCs, prototypes, demonstrator models, and high-quality embedded software.
- Technical feasibility studies, trade-off analyses, and advisory reports.
- Assessment and benchmark reports on emerging technologies.
- Input and insights for the innovation roadmaps of architects and tech leads.
Functie-eisen
- Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Engineering, Embedded Systems, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
- Experience: 3+ years in embedded software development for complex systems (multicore/distributed systems, microprocessors, microcontrollers, OS, and networking protocols).
- Technical Proficiency: Hands-on experience with C, C++, and Python; strong foundation in software engineering, OOP, scripting, automation, tooling, and rapid PoC development.
- Communication: Strong spoken and written English skills.
Competenties
Mindset & Working Style
- Adaptable learner comfortable assessing technical feasibility, navigating ambiguity, and leading early-stage innovation projects independently.
- Agility to thrive in fast-paced environments and manage shifting priorities across multiple projects.
Arbeidsvoorwaarden
What do we offer?
- A challenging assignment at a leading international organization.
- A one-year contract, with the possibility of extension and the prospect of permanent employment with the company.
- An excellent salary, based on your expertise and experience. Please note that the max salary is an indication; this is subjective to the DAF salary scales.
Secondary Benefits:
- A monthly Individual Choice Budget (IKB) of 10.66% of your salary, which you can use flexibly.
- 25 vacation days + the option to purchase 6 extra days.
- A sabbatical scheme; up to 12 months every three years.
- Flexible public holidays.
- A travel allowance.
- Various bonus schemes.
- The possibility of hybrid working.
- A good pension scheme with ASR Capital.
- Extra allowances for internet, telephone, and a work-from-home budget.
- A training budget, coaching, an onboarding program, and unlimited access to the Yacht Academy with over 3,000 courses and training programs.
- Networking events, knowledge sessions, and an annual community festival.
Based on the applications received and the availability of suitable positions, we will select candidates and invite them for an introductory interview to discuss this career opportunity.
Bedrijfsinformatie
Our client is the Dutch truck manufacturer DAF with its headquarters and main production facility in Eindhoven. Founded in 1928, the company has grown into one of Europe's most prominent and successful manufacturers of light, medium, and heavy-duty commercial vehicles. Known for its focus on innovation, driver comfort, and transport efficiency, the company is a global leader in the production of high-quality trucks.
About Global Platform Development
The Global Platform Development (GPD) department is an international engineering organization within PACCAR Electronics, with teams located in both the Netherlands and North America. Working as one global team, they develop common software and electronic platform solutions that support PACCAR's future vehicle programs. This position is based in Eindhoven, where you will collaborate closely with experts across the global organization.
PACCAR Electronics is home to more than 160 highly skilled engineers in Eindhoven and works closely with colleagues across PACCAR worldwide. Together, they develop innovative technologies that are deployed on DAF, Kenworth, and Peterbilt vehicles, enabling reliable and scalable solutions for customers around the globe.
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contact
Anastassia Blechko
anastassia.blechko@randstadprofessional.nl
06-53941731
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