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Platform Software Engineer (m/w/d)

Join sonnen as a Platform Software Engineer in Cairo, Egypt. Develop and maintain software solutions for embedded systems, ensuring system performance and security. Enjoy the opportunity to work in a dynamic team and contribute to the future of clean energy.
sonnen
sonnen
Cairo, Egypt   On-site   Full Time  UTC+02:00

sonnen

Company Overview

sonnen GmbH

Berlin, Germany

2010

Business Model

Energy Storage and Renewable Energy

Development and manufacturing of smart energy storage systems and solutions for residential and commercial use.

Sales of energy storage systems, energy management software, and energy services.

Locations & Geography

Germany, United States, Australia, Austria, Switzerland

Company Culture

Their mission is to create a sustainable energy future by empowering individuals and communities to produce, store, and manage their own energy.

They promote a collaborative and innovative work environment that encourages creativity and teamwork.

They offer various training programs and opportunities for professional growth.

Activities & Projects

They are currently involved in projects aimed at expanding their energy storage solutions across Europe and North America.

They have developed the sonnenBatterie, a smart energy storage system that integrates with solar energy systems.

They focus on sustainable manufacturing processes and promote the use of renewable energy sources.

Career Opportunities

Typical job openings include roles in engineering, sales, and project management.

They offer competitive salaries, flexible working hours, and opportunities for remote work.

Contact Information

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Job Description

Clean and affordable energy for all is one of the greatest challenges of our time. Sonnen has been committed to this mission since 2010 and is now represented in Europe, the USA and Australia with over 1,000 team members globally. In Germany, our offices are located in the beautiful Wildpoldsried (Allgäu) and the vibrating heart of Berlin Kreuzberg.

At sonnen, we are building the energy system of the future. To this end, we are developing new technologies and business models that have not existed before. Whether intelligent power storage, virtual power plants or digital services - we set the trends of a new energy world. That means, among other things, the inexpensive production and storage of renewable energy and the intelligent networking of producers and consumers. sonnen thereby gives people around the world the opportunity to become independent of fossil fuels and conventional energy supplier.

We are growing steadily and are looking for people who want to join us in our vision of clean and affordable energy for all while making a positive impact on climate change.

For our location in Cairo, we are looking for an experienced Platform Software Engineer that, with the company headquarters in Wildpoldsried (Germany), you will work in a distributed team from our office in Málaga (Spain).

The “ECU” (Electronic Control Unit) team develops the control unit of each sonnenBatterie.

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Platform Software Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software engineering and linux administration in Embedded Systems.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain software solutions.
  • Write clear and concise documentation for code and system functionality.
  • Adhere to best practices in code style, testing, and version control.
  • Debug and resolve issues in development and production environments.
  • Develop and manage containerized applications using Docker.
  • Monitor system performance and ensure system security.
  • Automate tasks and processes using scripting languages.
  • Administer and manage Linux-based embedded systems.
  • Implement and manage basic CI/CD pipelines using tools like GitLab CI and GitHub Actions.
  • Assess/Integrate third-party and open source software.
  • Work with embedded communication interfaces and network protocols.
  • Create and manage root filesystems for embedded devices.
  • Develop, configure and integrate device drivers and other linux kernel components.
  • Interface with hardware design and development.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement system architecture.
  • Provide technical support and guidance to team members.

Qualifications

  • Programming experience in system languages such as C or C++.
  • Experience in scripting languages like shell and Python.
  • Experience with object-oriented programming, design patterns, and software architecture patterns.
  • Strong understanding of code compilation (qmake, cmake), debugging tools (gdb, strace), profiling (perf), and software integration, especially in embedded systems.
  • Familiarity with version control systems, particularly Git.
  • Familiarity with Linux-based operating systems and system administration tools (systemd).
  • Experience in hands-on development and troubleshooting on embedded targets.
  • Knowledge of root filesystem build tools such as chroot, multistrap, Buildroot or Yocto.
  • Experience with kernel development for Linux (drivers, device tree, patches).
  • Familiarity with bootloaders like U-Boot or Barebox.

Nice to have qualifications

  • Understanding of some of these network protocols: MQTT, SSH, DNS, SSL/TLS.
  • Basic understanding of some of these embedded protocols: UART, I2C, SPI, Modbus, or CAN.
  • Experience with Docker and container management.
  • Knowledge of infrastructure monitoring using tools like the Elastic Stack.
  • Familiarity with microcontroller programming and real-time operating systems like FreeRTOS.

You feel we are a match? Apply now and help us to shape the energy transition together. We look forward to welcoming you to #teamsonnen!

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August 31, 2025

Full Time

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August 31, 2025

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