Drive System Software Engineer at Leica Geosystems in Switzerland

published at 14.01.2025 14:39

Location: CH-9435 Heerbrugg

Company: Leica Geosystems AG

Relocation Level: none

Remote support for this position: partial

We are seeking a talented and experienced Embedded Software Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team. In this position you will play a crucial role in the development of the various firmware components and their integration with a Linux-based host. Control of highly dynamic and precise motor and angle subsystems is the most prominent among the typical objectives. In our cross-functional environment, you will collaborate with teams from other disciplines (mechanics, electronics and software) and contribute to the success of our cutting-edge products.

We are based in Heerbrugg, canton of St. Gallen, very close to the border with Germany, Austria and Liechtenstein. Our office is surrounded by mountains, and we take advantage of it by organizing hiking trips and other outdoor activities.

This is you

• You hold a university- or technical degree in computer science and/or mechatronic
• Knowledge and experience in development of embedded software (C, C++, Matlab/Simulink)
• You know how to design and optimise a drives control loop.
• Experience developing code in Python
• Deep understanding of low-level software, drivers and operating systems (e.g., Zephyr, Linux, FreeRTOS…)
• Ease of working in a Linux-based environment
• Experience working with C++ templates and meta-programming is a plus
• Ability to measure signals and read electronic schematics
• You enjoy developing and collaborating in a cross-functional team on a broad range of high-precision devices
• Positive mindset with independent working style and convincing communication skills
• Strong communication skills in English are required. Communication skills in German is a plus

This appeals to you

• Write and maintain software for existing and new drive solutions (e.g., PMSM, DC or stepper)
• Develop real-time firmware for highly dynamic and precise motor and angle subsystems
• Interact with stakeholders and other teams to understand the requirements and work on them together
• Create Linux kernel- and user-space solutions to integrate the MCU-based peripherals in high-end surveying and/or reality capture instruments.
• Develop and run environmental tests to ensure the performance and reliability of a high-end product.
• Design and support production processes about calibration, validation and configuration

• Continuously keep up to date and improve the knowledge to contribute in a cross-functional drive and angle team

This appeals to you

• Write and maintain software for existing and new drive solutions (e.g., PMSM, DC or stepper)
• Develop real-time firmware for highly dynamic and precise motor and angle subsystems
• Interact with stakeholders and other teams to understand the requirements and work on them together
• Create Linux kernel- and user-space solutions to integrate the MCU-based peripherals in high-end surveying and/or reality capture instruments.
• Develop and run environmental tests to ensure the performance and reliability of a high-end product.
• Design and support production processes about calibration, validation and configuration

• Continuously keep up to date and improve the knowledge to contribute in a cross-functional drive and angle team

This appeals to you

• Write and maintain software for existing and new drive solutions (e.g., PMSM, DC or stepper)
• Develop real-time firmware for highly dynamic and precise motor and angle subsystems
• Interact with stakeholders and other teams to understand the requirements and work on them together
• Create Linux kernel- and user-space solutions to integrate the MCU-based peripherals in high-end surveying and/or reality capture instruments.
• Develop and run environmental tests to ensure the performance and reliability of a high-end product.
• Design and support production processes about calibration, validation and configuration

• Continuously keep up to date and improve the knowledge to contribute in a cross-functional drive and angle team