
Embedded Software Engineer - RTOS Development / Zephyr
Job Description
Posted on: April 27, 2026
Embedded Software Engineer - RTOS Development / Zephyr
We are partnered with a global leader in semiconductors and wireless technology, developing high-performance computing solutions for the Mobile, Automotive, and IoT market segments. The team is looking to hire an Embedded RTOS Software Engineer to drive the development and deployment of real-time operating systems across multiple advanced subsystems.
This is a permanent working opportunity based in Cork, Ireland.
Key responsibilities for this Embedded Software Engineer position:
- Develop and optimize features for both proprietary and open-source RTOS (including Zephyr) across complex subsystems.
- Enhance kernel performance to support Edge AI, 5G, and low-power sensor workloads.
- Architect software blocks meeting strict power, performance, and timing standards for next-gen silicon.
- Lead the customization and porting of RTOS to new hardware targets and contribute to the open-source community.
- Perform deep-system debugging and root-cause analysis using JTAG and Instruction Set Simulators.
- Drive CI/CD improvements and align designs with safety standards like ISO-26262 and ASPICE.
Key requirements:
- Expertise in Embedded C/C++ and Assembly (ARM, RISC-V, or similar).
- Proven experience in RTOS kernel development, with a strong preference for Zephyr.
- Solid understanding of Multi-Core Computer Architecture and memory management.
- Proficiency with debugging tools (Trace32, JTAG, OpenOCD) and Python for automation.
- Familiarity with virtualization environments like QEMU and CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins/GitHub Actions).
Keywords: Embedded Software Engineer / RTOS / Zephyr RTOS / QuRT / Hexagon DSP / C++ / Assembly / Kernel Development / Multi-Core Architecture / JTAG / Trace32 / Python / ISO-26262 / 5G / Edge AI / Low-Power Systems
If you are interested in this Embedded RTOS Software Engineer position, please send a CV to ts@eu-recruit.com
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