Senior Software Engineer

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Vestas Technology & Operations > Research & Development (R&D) > Converter & Electrical > Converter Control HW & FW
Converter Control HW & FW is one of the 6 functional development teams, within the Converter & Electrical Module.
The Converter Control Hardware & Firmware Sub Module develops and maintains all embedded converter software, controller HW, SW tools, real-time simulation platforms, and SW test systems for all converters. We provide first-in-class Vestas' converter solutions with quality meeting system and grid requirements.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the technical tasks/solutions in different projects and actively work with the converter team and other stakeholders
• You will have software development tasks, as part of the Converter Software development team, which is responsible for the converter software architectural design and development of our real-time embedded control system for all converters
• You will be engaged in product performance feedback from the field and new product requirements will be translated into a new feature, functionality development, or improvement to the modular converter control software platform
• You will have the possibility to guide, participate and interact with team members and other stakeholders to ensure the SW solution developed is according to expectations and adheres to the modular SW roadmap
• You will be asked to take Tech responsibilities roles in different projects 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or similar
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in designing, debugging, and maintaining embedded system firmware and applications
• Advanced programming skills in C++
• Working knowledge of RTOS and embedded Linux
• Experience in developing and executing unit and integration tests
• Good functional and modular SW development understanding
• Solid SW architectural understanding, and ability to perform new software design, development, and debugging with no supervision
• Experience in Product development for systems including HW and SW interactions
• Knowledge of software development tools such as Jira, Git and Jenkins is an added value 
• It's desirable to have:
  • Experience or interest in power system engineering
  • Experience in control software
  • Experience with GIT, JIRA, and other Atlassian tools 

Competencies

• Systematic and structured way of working
• Highly independent and self-initiated to learn
• Highly skilled in problem-solving analysis and software debugging
• Can abstract from details when needed
• Motivated and not afraid to learn new technical areas
• Experience in defining functional specifications, conducting system validation, and preparing technical documentation
• Good communication skills both to internal team and to external stakeholders and fluency in English (written and spoken)
• Process-oriented and product life cycle understanding
• Ability to guide other team members and work in a multi-cultural and global environment
• Being skilled in estimating tasks and communicating with project managers and functional leads is desirable

What We Offer
We offer a truly global experience in a project-oriented organization with excellent opportunities for cross-disciplinary and personal development, where the emphasis is placed on the right balance between creativity and quality in all solutions.
You will benefit from working at a high professional level and with a great technical commitment in a very inspiring environment.
You will be involved in the full lifecycle of converter software from development to delivery into turbines and feature upgrades. We have a people-oriented approach where people are our most valuable asset, and we offer several career development and professional growth opportunities. 

Additional Information
This is a hybrid position based in Porto, Portugal. 
We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis, therefore, early applications are encouraged. To apply for this opportunity please submit your CV in English.

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DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. 
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 173 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field. 
With 29,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future. 
Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity. 
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