R&D Engineer KNX (m/f/d)

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner-and every person here makes that happen. You'll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:
R&D Manager KNX

The work model for the role is: hybrid. #LI-Hybrid

Key responsibilities

In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute significantly to effective project results in technology, software, product, and solution development, as well as associated Intellectual Property (IP). Each day, you will act as the first point of contact in Research and Development for specific product-related issues and maintenance. You will also showcase your skills by identifying, proposing, and implementing innovative solutions.

This role is contributing to KNX Building Automation as part of Smart Buildings Business Area in ABB, in Heidelberg (or Lüdenscheid), Germany.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Contributing to innovation projects, ensuring quality, time, and performance targets are met
• Building and maintaining expertise in home and building automation, continuously integrating new technologies, tools, and methodologies into your work
• Encouraging problem-solving and innovation by developing ideas, forming hypotheses, and validating them through structured approaches
• Creating and maintaining high-quality technical documentation (e.g., designs, code, and findings) to ensure long-term maintainability and knowledge sharing
• Supporting intellectual property (IP) creation, identifying patent opportunities and contributing to IP strategy within your area of expertise

You will join a collaborative and highly motivated team, where you will be able to thrive

Qualifications for the role

• Enhanced programming skills in C/C++ for embedded systems, with several years of experience in low-level development and hardware interaction
• Proficiency in embedded development tools (e.g., cross-compilers, debuggers, IDEs such as VS Code, and build systems like DevOps)
• Experience with version control systems, particularly Git, including branching, merging, and collaborative workflow
• Team-oriented mindset with experience working in agile development environments and cross-functional teams
• Good problem-solving abilities and communication skills, with an organized approach to software development
• Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering or related field
• Fluent in German and conversational in English

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Employee share program
• Parental leave program
• Children's holiday home Schapbach

Please note: in the case of equal suitability, people with severe disabilities and their equals are given preference.

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