Job Description

At KEENFINITY, we are a globally leading provider of innovative and professional security and communication solutions. With over 4,200 employees in over 50 countries worldwide, our ambition is clear: we offer more than just technology – we secure, connect, and amplify the moments that matter in life.

Next to our passion for technology we’re very passionate about our work environment. Based on values such as trust, appreciation, and accountability we all work together to shape the future – boldly, customer-focused and with a strong team spirit.

The Keenfinity unit in Ovar belongs to the Building Technologies division and is focused on bringing solutions to the market that are shaping the smart cities of the future. The company develops and produces innovative solutions for security and communication systems, electronic displays, robotic lawn mower & E-bike components. With about 1.200 employees, its success lies in the highly specialized and innovative team and technological know-how.

The department Public Address is concerned with the development of hardware and software solutions for the PRAESENSA Public Address and Voice Alarm systems. These systems are high-end, secure, redundant, supervised and used globally in very visible locations like airports, shopping malls, cruise ships and public transportation. The work includes all stages of product development from a feasibility study to final test and release of the product for mass production. This is done with the use of state of the art development methods, tools and components.

As our new Embedded Software Engineer you designs, implements and tests the software according to specifications and architecture. The Software Engineer works in a team. The Software Engineer strives to produce Clean Code.

Key areas of responsibility

• Refine requirements
• Design, code and unit-test the software to implement part of the software in scope of the activities assigned to or selected by the Software Engineer
• Documents the design
• Integrates (commits) his software into the trunk after assuring no build-fail due to these commits
• Commits on a regular basis
• Analyses and fixes build fails on the trunk as fast as possible
• Analyses and fixes defects as fast as possible
• Produces Clean Code
• Create and maintain SW components used by other teams and departments
• Consults Open Source Software officer in case of usage of OSS
• Keeps abreast of technical developments in own field through study of literature and technical contacts

Qualifications

Main experience required

• Experience in the design of software systems by Object Orientation as well as procedural
• Experience in programming
• Experience in programming in multi-threaded environment
• Experience in analyzing and debugging
• Experience in Configuration Management tools like e.g. Subversion, Git

Necessary know how / skills

• University education in computer or software science at Bachelor level or higher
• You are able and willing to work at least 2-3 days per week at the Ovar office
• Specific knowledge of relevant design & modeling methods like e.g. UML
• Knowledge of main programming languages like e.g. C/C++
• Intelligent, abstract, analytical and creative thinker
• Is able to look, realistically, beyond the well-trodden paths
• Lateral thinker with helicopter view, capable of finding an appropriate solution to complex problems
• Has a strong drive to produce Clean Code

Embedded

For Embedded typically affinity with hardware and knowledge of C/C++, understanding how a compiler interprets and creates actual machine-code, understanding memory management and debugging with limited resources is the context in which the function profile should be interpreted.

Specific requirements:

• Experience in C and C++ programming languages
• Experience in component driven SW development
• Experience in using Linux and/or FreeRTOS
• Experience in driver development

Additional Information

Keenfinity benefits includes:

⚖️ Flexible work conditions

🔀 Hybrid work system

🧑‍⚕️ Health insurance and medical office on site (nutrition, psychology, physiotherapy and general clinic)

🍽️ Canteen

🅿️ Free parking lot

🏋️ Sports and health related activities (gym)

📚 Training opportunities (i.e., technical training, foreign languages training) & certifications

📈 Opportunities for career progression and continuous professional development

🌐 Exchange with colleagues around the world

💲 Access to great discounts in partnerships and products

🌍All our positions are open to people with disability

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At Keenfinity we don’t just build innovative solutions — we shape a smarter, more connected world through technology.

We value different backgrounds, ideas, and experiences and we’re committed to growing, learning, and celebrating success as one team. Everyone is welcome here — we foster an environment where everyone is respected, valued, and encouraged to be their authentic self.

Keenfinity is an equal opportunity employer, offering equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from people with disabilities and can offer support, if needed. When everyone has a chance to contribute, we all do better.