Senior Embedded Systems Engineer

Transform aerial capture systems with cutting-edge embedded solutions

Nearmap is seeking a Senior Embedded Systems Engineer to join our innovative Capture Systems team. Work at the intersection of embedded systems and aerial imaging technology developing real-time solutions that power our next-generation capture systems. Youll contribute across the full embedded systems lifecycle- from R&D through to production and manufacturing.

Work on sophisticated embedded systems that power our aerial imagery capture platforms used worldwide. Youll be integral to developing real-time solutions for current and future capture system components contributing across the entire lifecycle from initial R&D through qualification production and manufacturing. This is a rare opportunity to work on complex mechatronic systems where precision and reliability are critical.

What Youll Be Working On

• Real-Time Embedded Systems: Specify develop document and qualify embedded systems solutions for aerial capture platforms with a focus on bare-metal development and deterministic performance
• High-Precision Motor Control: Research develop and qualify advanced motor control solutions that demand ultra-high precision for aerial imagery capture systems
• Hardware-Software Integration: Interface embedded software with sophisticated electronic hardware systems ensuring seamless operation in real-world aerial environments
• Verification & Validation: Develop and execute comprehensive testing strategies both cross-platform and on target hardware to ensure system reliability and performance
• Control Systems Development: Design and implement linear and non-linear feedback controllers for electro-mechanical applications combining theoretical modelling with practical implementation
• Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with multi-disciplinary Technology and Capture Systems teams contributing to knowledge sharing and driving innovation across the organisation

Who You Are

• Excellent communicator with strong verbal written and visual communication skills
• Positive self-starter who thrives in collaborative team-oriented environments
• Comfortable working in fast-paced dynamic settings where priorities can shift
• High emotional intelligence with the ability to work effectively across different teams and disciplines
• Detail-oriented problem solver who can balance theoretical knowledge with practical implementation
• Passionate about embedded systems engineering and eager to tackle complex technical challenges

Qualifications :

Essential:

• 5 years embedded systems engineering experience with bare-metal development focus
• Real-time/deterministic software development expertise
• Hardware-software interfacing and embedded verification/validation experience
• Strong algorithmic development skills for mechatronic control systems
• Experience with feedback controller design and implementation for electro-mechanical applications
• Bachelors degree in Computer/Electronic/Electrical/Mechatronic Engineering or related field

Highly Regarded:

• 10 years embedded systems experience
• ARM Cortex-M7 architecture expertise
• Ultra high-precision mechatronic systems background
• Control systems theory and practical implementation experience

Additional Information :

Some of our benefits

Nearmap takes a holistic approach to our employees emotional physical and financial wellness. Some of our current benefits include:

• Quarterly wellbeing day off - Four additional days off annually for your YOU Days
• Access to LinkedIn Learning
• Wellbeing and technology allowance
• Annual flu vaccinations
• Hybrid flexibility for this role 
• Nearmap subscription (of course!)
• Stocked kitchen with access to all the snacks you need
• In-office lunch every Tuesday and Thursday at our Sydney CBD office
• Showers available for anyone cycling to work or lunchtime gym-goers!

Working at Nearmap
We move fast and work smart; often wearing multiple hats. We adapted to remote working with ease and are continually looking at ways to improve. Were proud of our inclusive supportive culture and maintain a safe environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging and can be themselves.

More about Nearmap AI:  

• Read the product documentation for Nearmap AI:  a deep dive into Nearmap AI listen to AI Systems Senior Director Mike Bewley on the Mapscaping podcast:  to elevate your embedded systems career Apply now.

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  Remote Work :

  No

  
  

  Employment Type :

  Full-time