Full-Time

Embedded Software Engineer

Firmware Development, Global Systems Engineering

Posted on 8/7/2025

Signify

Signify

10,001+ employees

Global lighting company delivering connected illumination

No salary listed

Sydney NSW, Australia

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Category
Software Engineering (1)
Required Skills
Wireshark
Oscilloscope
C/C++
Linux/Unix
Requirements
  • Hands-on “C” programming of ARM-based Embedded Systems with sound debugging and problem-solving skills and ability to contribute to “peer reviews”
  • Good understanding of Embedded HW and interfaces. HW design experience would be an advantage.
  • Hands-on experience with JTAG, Oscilloscope & Logic Analysers. Experience with Wireshark (or similar Network protocol analysers) would be an advantage
  • Experience with Linux and RTOS (or other Open Source Software) would be an advantage
  • Experience with Static Code analysis tools (e.g. SonarQube, Coverity) and CI-CD environment following Coding standards & best industry practices would be an advantage
  • Experience in SAFe Agile WoW would be an advantage
  • Understanding of Data Collection (sensing) and Digital Signal Processing on Embedded platforms would be an advantage
Responsibilities
  • Developing, testing and releasing embedded code for our innovative Connected IoT Lighting propositions and products, which are manufactured and deployed locally and globally on many iconic projects and landmark buildings.
  • Brainstorming with the Team of passionate professionals locally and globally our next breakthrough innovation in Connected IoT Lighting, turning customer needs into solutions and shaping the Design and Architecture of our Systems, to bring Human-Centric Lighting Solutions and Value Beyond Illumination to our Customers and Business Partners.
Desired Qualifications
  • HW design experience would be an advantage
  • Experience with Wireshark (or similar Network protocol analysers) would be an advantage
  • Experience with Linux and RTOS (or other Open Source Software) would be an advantage
  • Experience with Static Code analysis tools (e.g. SonarQube, Coverity) and CI-CD environment following Coding standards & best industry practices would be an advantage
  • Experience in SAFe Agile WoW would be an advantage
  • Understanding of Data Collection (sensing) and Digital Signal Processing on Embedded platforms would be an advantage

Signify uses lighting as an interconnected system for homes, businesses, and cities, with products like Hue, WiZ, professional fixtures, and horticultural lighting. Its systems run on IoT-enabled devices and software that control, monitor, and automate lighting via apps, hubs, and building-management integrations. The company distinguishes itself through a long history, a large consumer and professional ecosystem, and a broad product range from street lighting to indoor and agricultural lighting, plus growth through strategic acquisitions. Its goal is to unlock the potential of light to improve everyday life and support sustainability at scale.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Eindhoven, Netherlands

Founded

2016

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What believers are saying

  • Sports Live software monetization and Championship 2026 rollout drive recurring revenue.
  • China and India growth offsets 5.1% decline; 323 Philips Smart Hubs operational.
  • NatureConnect biophilic lighting captures B2B2C workplace wellness and corporate real estate.

What critics are saying

  • Conventional lighting sales dropped 17.9% in Q1 2026; restructuring erodes margins.
  • Chinese competitors Yeelight and Xiaomi undercut WiZ and Hue pricing in emerging markets.
  • Mercedes F1 partnership ends December 2026, removing premium brand visibility channel.

What makes Signify unique

  • 144 million connected light points installed by end 2024, unmatched IoT lighting scale.
  • Philips Hue brand recognition and Sports Live software create recurring revenue streams.
  • 54.8% US lighting manufacturing market share with emerging markets geographic diversification.

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Company News

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Signify, the world leader in lighting, repurchased 126,776 shares between 23 and 27 February 2026 at an average price of €20.11 per share, totalling €2.5 million. The buyback forms part of a programme announced on 13 February 2026. The company will use the shares to cover obligations from its long-term incentive performance share plan and other employee share schemes. To date, Signify has repurchased 266,276 shares under this programme for a total consideration of €5.3 million. Signify, listed on Euronext as LIGHT, reported sales of €5.8 billion in 2025 and employs approximately 27,000 people across over 70 markets.

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Eindhoven News
Aug 7th, 2024
Signify teams up with Mercedes Formula 1

Eindhoven-based lighting company Signify will be working with the Mercedes Formula 1 team until the end of 2026.

Canadian Association of Women in Construction
Jul 19th, 2024
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