The Role

We’re hiring an Embedded Software Engineer to join our fast-growing R&D team north of Copenhagen. This is a rare opportunity to be part of building a product and a company from the ground up. You’ll work on world-class embedded systems in a high-impact environment—where security, performance, and quality matter.

You’ll be joining a core team shaping the future of defense-grade technologies, including non-lethal lighting systems and night vision integration. This role demands both strong embedded skills and an entrepreneurial mindset.

The Company

Is a fast-growing tech company developing advanced embedded systems and optoelectronic hardware for high-stakes environments. The customers operate in defense, rescue, and security—where performance, precision, and reliability matter. With Scandinavian roots and global ambition, they combine deep industry expertise with start-up agility.

Job Scope

• Develop high-performance embedded software (C/C++) on STM32 (ARM Cortex-M)

• Own firmware development and work hands-on with microcontrollers, real-time systems, and peripherals

• Work in a hybrid lab/office setup with test systems and hardware integrations

• Collaborate across teams in Denmark and Finland—reporting directly to the Head of Development

• Drive DevOps thinking and improve release practices

• Influence system design and future architectural decisions

Ideal Candidate

• 5+ years of hands-on embedded development (C/C++)

• Experience with STM32 microcontrollers and tools (STM32Cube, Keil, IAR)

• Solid background in electronics, embedded architecture, and low-level debugging

• Comfortable working with schematics, oscilloscopes, and firmware optimization

• Familiarity with real-time operating systems (FreeRTOS or equivalent)

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or similar

• Entrepreneurial mindset – eager to build something meaningful from scratch

• Open to working in a hybrid setup (Tampere office 3 days/week)

• Motivated to work with the defense sector and critical technologies

Bonus Qualifications

• Cybersecurity experience in embedded systems

• Experience with ISO 26262, IEC 61508, or other safety-critical standards

• Understanding of software release practices and DevOps in embedded contexts

• Background in medtech, hearing aids, telecom, or defense is a plus

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package

• Flexible work hours to support family life and commuting

• Opportunity to build a local tech hub with real ownership

• Work directly with decision-makers – short path from idea to execution

• Meaningful mission: help secure lives and critical operations

• Modern tools, physical labs, and hands-on tech

• Start date: ASAP

Ready to build something that matters?