Sydney, New South Wales, Australia On-site

Nearmap is hiring a Senior Embedded Systems Engineer

About the Role

Join Nearmap as a Senior Embedded Systems Engineer on the Capture Systems team. You will work at the intersection of embedded systems and aerial imaging technology, developing real-time solutions for next-generation aerial imagery capture systems. Your work will span the full embedded systems lifecycle from R&D through to production and manufacturing.

What You'll Do

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

What We're Looking For

  • 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.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer/Electronic/Electrical/Mechatronic Engineering or related field.

Nice to Have

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

Team & Environment

You will join multi-disciplinary Technology and Capture Systems teams at Nearmap. We move fast and work smart, often wearing multiple hats. We’re proud of our inclusive, supportive culture, and maintain a safe environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging and can be themselves.

Benefits & Compensation

  • 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.
  • 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.

Work Mode

This role is based onsite in Sydney, with hybrid flexibility.

Nearmap is an equal opportunity employer.

Required Skills
Embedded SystemsBare-Metal DevelopmentReal-Time SoftwareHardware-Software InterfacingEmbedded VerificationAlgorithm DevelopmentMechatronic ControlFeedback Controller DesignElectro-Mechanical Systems
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Nearmap
Nearmap is an Australian-founded, global tech pioneer innovating in location intelligence. It provides customers with consistent, reliable, high-resolution imagery, insights, and answers. The company harnesses its own patented camera systems, imagery capture, AI, geospatial tools, and advanced SaaS platforms to serve as a definitive source of truth for shaping the livable world.
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Job Details
Department Engineering
Category embedded
Posted 2 months ago