- Family-like organization
- Biggest Automotive company in the Netherlands
- Long term commitment within the organization
Job Description
Embedded Software Engineer
Introduction to the job
PACCAR stands as a global leader in technology, excelling in the design, manufacture, and support of premium light, medium, and heavy-duty trucks under the renowned names of Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF. Alongside advanced diesel engine design and manufacturing, PACCAR offers financial services, information technology, and distributes truck parts integral to its core business.
Joining us as an Embedded Software Engineer, you will be part of a seasoned international team within the Application Software Department of DAF Embedded Engineering. Our primary location is in Eindhoven, the Netherlands, with an additional office in Pune, India. Embedded Engineering collaborates closely with PACCAR Embedded Engineering based in Renton, near Seattle, USA. With a team of over 180 highly skilled professionals, we deliver top-tier engineering in the fields of engine controllers and vehicle controllers. Our unique, fully model-based software development process sets us apart in the industry. Our products are not only applied in DAF trucks but also in the well-known PACCAR brands Kenworth and Peterbilt. Through component sales, leading bus and coach manufacturers also utilize our products.
We are seeking experienced candidates to bolster our Software Development Team in Eindhoven, which comprises around 50 software engineers, with a specific focus on integration and build
Roles & Responsibilities
You will collaborate with our top engineers, bringing your software expertise while learning automotive-specific technologies. Our Embedded Engineering Academy program will provide you with comprehensive knowledge of our organization during your first year.
A large company like ours offers many opportunities. You might be working as a software developer on the engine controller one day and acting as the scrum master for the digital instrument panel team the next. Additionally, you can participate in exchange programs with our sister brands, working for a sprint with the Kenworth team in Renton, near Seattle, or the Peterbilt team in Denton, near Dallas. Standout performers may get the chance to work at our PACCAR Innovation Center in Sunnyvale, the heart of Silicon Valley.
Despite the complexity of the tasks, the rewards are significant. Seeing the results of your hard work on the roads, whether in DAF trucks or in the first Zero Emissions Kenworth, offers a deep sense of accomplishment.
Design, implement, and test systems, subsystems, and components as part of a user story/feature; understand and communicate how the design impacts the architecture
Ensure designs are testable, both manually and automatically
Take part in planning and retrospective processes during scrum rituals
Identify and resolve impediments, with support from the scrum master if needed
Collaborate with, support, and guide team members to achieve team goals
Execute the definition of done, minimize build failures due to integration issues, and promptly address any failures
Challenge the status quo and introduce your best software development practices into the automotive industry
Participate in bi-annual hackathons
Report to the supervisor of Platform Development - Software Engineering
Education, Experience & Skills
A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Software Engineering, Informatics, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Candidates with mechanical or mechatronics education backgrounds will be rejected unless they can demonstrate relevant software engineering coursework.
Proficiency in software engineering, with at least 6 years of experience in Python, C, C++, or similar languages
Experience with Matlab/Simulink & Stateflow, CI/CD, Agile/Scrum teams, and tools like Azure DevOps, GitHub, GitHub Actions, or equivalent
Demonstrable projects on GitHub (or similar platforms) to discuss during the interview
Strong collaboration skills, ability to manage conflicts and interdependencies, and a proactive, adaptive work style
A willingness to learn and show perseverance, with a propensity to take initiative for continuous improvement
Fluency in English, with effective verbal and written communication skills, and a willingness to learn Dutch
To thrive in this job, you’ll need the following skills:
Experience in the automotive industry, particularly as a software programmer
An entrepreneurial mindset and a readiness to explore uncharted territories
The ability to coach and mentor junior team members
Our client
DAF Trucks is a Dutch truck manufacturing company and a division of Paccar. Its headquarters and main plant are in Eindhoven.
Within the company there are different departments who specialize all in their own field, but still have to work together to achieve the goals the company has set.
DAF started as a small construction workplace, and developed into a leading truck fabricant who is focused on an innovative, quality and efficient transport.
Job Requirements
Who is Xelvin?
Xelvin is a Dutch consultancy company specializing in Engineering. We hire National Degree, Bachelor, Masters and Ph.D. candidates with a background in Mechatronics, Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Automotive and Physics. Our focus is within the High-Tech, Industrial Automation and Automotive industry in the Eindhoven region.
Xelvin is specialized in International Recruitment, within Europe and beyond. In the past years we have helped over a thousand candidates from more than 50 different nationalities with finding their perfect job here in the Netherlands and are striving to help so many more!
As Xelvin we hire candidates for a specific position for a set amount of time, after which a permanent contract with our client is granted and the candidates automatically transfers.
What do we offer?
Contract Wise
A 1 or 2 year contract;
25 paid holidays a year (+ potential ADV days);
Public holidays, with a maximum of 7 per year, which are paid by Xelvin;
Holiday allowance of 8.33% (instead of 8,0%) over your total gross annual income, paid each year in May;
Overtime and shift allowance will be paid by Xelvin accordingly;
Travel allowance per km, for the use of travelling to work and back home.
Onboarding & benefits
Your 1st house in the Netherlands will be arranged by Xelvin, with the help of our Housing Consultant. In case of having to pay the 1st month’s rent or potential deposit, Xelvin is willing to pay it for you upfront, after which we’ll set up a loan agreement, for you to pay us back in terms;
A relocation assistance allowance will be paid to you, to cover the cost of relocating to the Netherlands;
Xelvin is certified to do VISA applications for you and your family, and get your work permit in order so you can travel and start working, in case you do not have an EU passport;
You (and your family) will be picked up at the airport or train station by your Consultant/ Recruiter after your arrival, and will be taken to your new house;
Onboarding: we’ll advise you on how to set up a Dutch bank account, apply for health insurance, getting a Dutch BSN number, registering with a dentist and general practitioner and other useful or necessary cases to arrange;
Offboarding: just before your transition to our client, we will organize a meeting with you to discuss the last 1 or 2 years on contract and organize the last things;
New Hire Dinner organized for all newly recruited engineers to make them aware of our Dutch tax system and explain the Dutch payslip.
A few social gatherings with all Xelvin employees and recruited engineers;
- New Years drink at the local PSV stadium, where you’ll get a tour of the building and beverages and bites are served.
- Summer BBQ at the Evoluon, where you can grow your social circle and dance to some nice music while enjoying the food.
Salary €3.750 - €4.500 gross income per month
Company Profile
DAF Trucks is a Dutch truck manufacturing company and a division of Paccar. Its headquarters and main plant are in Eindhoven.
Within the company there are different departments who specialize all in their own field, but still have to work together to achieve the goals the company has set.
DAF started as a small construction workplace, and developed into a leading truck fabricant who is focused on an innovative, quality and efficient transport.
Location Eindhoven
