Junior Embedded Software Developer

For our teams inBrnoand Roznov p.R.  we are looking for theEmbedded Software Developer.

NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ: NXPI) enables secure connections for a smarter world, advancing solutions that make lives easier, better, and safer. As the world leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications, NXP is driving innovation in the automotive, industrial & IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure markets. Built on more than 60 years of combined experience and expertise, the company has approximately 29,000 employees in more than 30 countries and posted revenue of $8.61 billion in 2020.

💡We may have a fantastic OPPORTUNITY for you:

See your knowledge come to life in next generation vehicles, smart homes and cities, future industry facilities and communications.

If you're interested in embedded software development, automotive functional safety, applications development and more - you're THE ONE we may meet in our R&D Centers in  Brno or Roznov.

🚀 Ready to join the future of innovation in our team at NXP?

The ROM team build the first code that runs on a microcontroller - ROM-embedded software that kickstarts the system, sets up the hardware, and locks down security. It’s lean, fast, and built to last. We collaborate closely with hardware, validation, and security teams to ensure everything works seamlessly from power-on to production.

🔍Responsibilities – What We Do

• Contribute to the development of innovative and high‑quality software products that support our long‑term vision.
• Take part in shaping clear requirements, designing system architecture, and maintaining well‑structured code and configurations.
• Work independently while collaborating effectively across teams to plan, design, and deliver software solutions that address customer needs and improve product performance.
• Develop ROM firmware in early development stages, ensuring functionality even before hardware silicon becomes available.
• Conduct thorough verification and debugging in pre‑silicon environments, consistently aiming for complete test coverage and reliable delivery.
• Strengthen critical parts of the codebase to ensure our ROM firmware remains secure and resilient against potential physical or logical threats.
• Follow prescribed security frameworks, including EdgeLock requirements, and ensure compliance with relevant safety and security standards.

💻 Technical Knowledge – What You Bring

To thrive in this role, you should bring:

• Practical experience with embedded programming in C and enthusiasm for working close to hardware.
• A solid understanding of microcontroller architecture fundamentals.
• Analytical mindset and reliable debugging skills for embedded targets and low‑level software.
• Familiarity with standard software development workflows, processes, and best practices.
• Working knowledge of GIT or other version control tools.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and spoken.

It’s a plus if you also have experience with:

• ROM code or bootloader development.
• Automotive development standards such as ASPICE or ISO 26262.
• Working with low‑level drivers for ARM‑based microcontrollers.
• Developing or testing embedded software for microcontrollers.
• Real‑time operating systems in embedded environments.
• Scripting languages like Python, and build tools such as make.

🧩 Personal Skills – Who You Are

We’re looking for engineers who combine solid technical foundations with a proactive, ownership‑driven mindset. At this level, you’re comfortable taking responsibility for your work, collaborating with others, and continuously refining your expertise.

We value people who demonstrate:

• Strong analytical thinking and problem‑solving skills, especially when working with complex or low‑level systems.
• A structured and reliable work style, with the ability to plan tasks, manage priorities, and deliver on commitments.
• Clear and open communication, enabling effective collaboration with architects, senior engineers, and cross‑functional teams.
• A proactive and curious attitude, always looking for ways to improve solutions, processes, or product quality.
• Ownership and accountability, taking initiative and driving tasks to completion—even when challenges appear along the way.
• Team spirit, including a willingness to share knowledge, ask questions when needed, and contribute to a positive engineering culture.

In this role, you’ll have space to grow, expand your technical depth, and take increasing ownership of features and system components — all within a supportive engineering environment focused on excellence and collaboration.

What Can You Expect?

📝 Contract Type
This role is offered as a full‑time position with a permanent contract, providing long‑term stability and room for growth.

📚 Development Opportunities
We believe that growing our people is key to growing our business. That’s why we offer a mix of online and offline learning opportunities to help you sharpen both your technical and soft skills.

⭐ Compensation

Attractive market salary is accompanied by the bonus plan (payment twice a year), long-term incentive plan and dividends processing, opportunity to purchase company shares at a 15% discount, lunch allowance, additional vacation days, sickness support, sick days, weekend bank holiday recovery days, pension and well-being support, flexible work hours, home office, team-buildings, and much more. Salaries are being reviewed each year, and market changes are closely observed.

We believe in providing a holistic and supportive work environment, and we would be happy to share more details during our face-to-face discussions.

🏢 Our Offices
We work in two locations – each with its own vibe:

• Brno: A modern office with a fresh design, cozy rooms, and an in-house cafeteria.
• Rožnov: A place with history and heart. A modern office with fresh design, and an in-house cafeteria. We love the relaxed atmosphere of the town and the wide selection of great restaurants, perfect for enjoying lunch with colleagues.

🚀 Hiring Process
Applying is quick and easy – just fill out the online form and upload your CV.
If your profile matches, you’ll have a short phone or video call with our technical team. If successful, you’ll get a chance to ask HR anything you need. We respond fast — unless we’re on vacation 😊.

🌟 And More... Life at NXP
Work is important, but so is everything around it. We start our days with free coffee and friendly chats. You can look forward to fresh fruit days, ice cream breaks, and even bake fairs.
We also organize social events like Christmas parties, family days, and food festivals. Want to give back? Join our charity initiatives and help us make a difference.

⏭️ What’s next

If you’re excited about this opportunity, we kindly invite you to apply!

Candidates are invited to apply with the resume and motivation letter in English.

At the application stage, all candidates should have a valid visa and work permit to work in Czech Republic.

If you have any questions, we are happy to answer them. Please contact:

Milana Stojsavljevic, Talent Acquisition Specialist -milana.stojsavljevic@nxp.com

Please note: The successful candidate may/will be responsible for security related tasks. The assignment may/will be in scope of security certifications, therefore a conscious and reliable way of working is necessary.

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