Job description
Description
What will you do?
As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer who can quickly step into an existing codebase, take ownership of complex embedded software components, and contribute immediately to ongoing projects, including work on new terminal hardware. The initial focus will be on delivering high-quality embedded software independently. You will join a team of around 8 team members in a hybrid working environment near our office in Rotterdam.
What makes this job special?
This is your chance to have a real impact. You help keep our products safe, reliable, and future-ready. You’ll work in a company that values innovation and teamwork. There’s a lot of space to share ideas, grow your skills, and work with motivated colleagues.
Who are we?
The company is a pioneer in contactless and cashless technology. Since 2007, we’ve led the way in mobile and NFC payments. Our products are used worldwide to make payments easy, secure, and sustainable. At Payter, you join a team that’s smart, supportive, and future-focused.
The R&D department is responsible for developing the full technology chain behind the financial solutions, from the embedded software on payment terminals, through the APIs connecting them, to the portals used by clients. This department handles everything end-to-end to deliver secure, reliable, and efficient payment experiences. The role focuses specifically on the embedded systems within this chain, developing the software that runs directly on our terminals’ hardware. This involves working with real-time systems, hardware integration, and resource-constrained environments. You will work closely with teams managing APIs and portals to ensure seamless operation across
the entire platform
What do we offer you?
A competitive salary.
25 vacation days and 12 extra “balance” days per year.
Travel cost reimbursement and a good pension plan.
Space to grow and develop your career.
Daily shared lunch at the office.
A fun and supportive work environment.
Requirements
You have experience with embedded software and can quickly find your way in existing code. You work independently, are structured, and enjoy solving complex problems. You might not tick every box, and that’s fine, motivation and learning ability matter too.
Programming languages: Good experience in C, C++, and some exposure with GO is considered a plus.
Platforms: Deep knowledge of Linux embedded platforms and experience working close to hardware.
Software development: Strong skills in requirement analysis, system design, and building complex software builds.
Domain knowledge: Understanding of payment schemes and financial transaction processing is beneficial.
Other skills: Ability to quickly onboard and adapt to existing codebases, and good communication skills to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
Work environment: Familiarity with hybrid working setups and willingness to work near the office.
