Senior Embedded Developer

At Manta Marine Technologies, we are committed to advancing greener shipping through intelligent technologies — supporting operational efficiency, reduced carbon emissions and fuel consumption as well as simplifying emissions reporting. We provide a wide range of innovative and intelligent maritime technologies, including Vessel Optimisation solutions, Marine Electrification systems and comprehensive Lifecycle Services for all our products. Manta Marine is headquartered in Oslo, Norway, with offices in Sweden, Poland, and China.

Do you want to help us to promote a healthy planet for future generations? We are currently seeking a Senior Embedded Developer to enhance our Vessel Optimization team.

Main responsibilities

As part of Manta Marine Technologies Vessel Optimization business line, you’ll work with FuelOpt, our onboard fuel optimisation system installed on more than 500 vessels worldwide. FuelOpt helps ship owners improve operational performance, reduce fuel consumption, and lower emissions through real-time propulsion optimisation.

As a Senior Embedded Developer, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining embedded applications running on our proprietary hardware platform. You will work closely with other developers, application engineers, and adjacent product teams to deliver reliable and high-quality solutions for vessel operating worldwide.

The role combines software development, troubleshooting, product improvement, and technical collaboration across the organization.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain embedded software in C running on real-time embedded kernel, on in-house hardware
• Contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of our proprietary hardware platform
• Diagnose and resolve issues across hardware, operating system, and application layers
• Participate in concept development and implementation of new product features
• Develop and maintain internal tools that support system configuration and deployment
• Integrate software with operator-facing HMI solutions
• Review, test, and improve code quality and development practices
• Collaborate with adjacent engineering teams on shared solutions
• Provide technical support and expertise to internal stakeholders and customer-facing teams when needed

Background and skills

We are looking for a Senior Embedded Developer with at least six years of professional experience in embedded software development. You hold a BSc or MSc in Embedded Systems, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent. You have strong programming skills in C and experience working in complex embedded environments.

Furthermore, you have:

• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) or real-time embedded kernels
• Experience developing software on custom or non-standard hardware platforms
• Strong debugging skills across hardware and software boundaries (e.g., JTAG)
• Experience with industrial and embedded communication protocols such as TCP/IP, Modbus, serial communication, or similar
• The ability to work independently and take technical ownership of solutions
• Professional proficiency in English, both written and spoken

Meriting experience

Experience in one or several of the following areas is considered an advantage:

• Experience with HMI integration (e.g., Beijer Electronics or similar industrial HMI platforms)
• Familiarity with C# for scripting/configuration tooling
• Familiarity with Python for internal tooling/automation
• Practical understanding of digital/analog I/O and basic electronics
• Experience in maritime and/or industrial automation
• Exposure to cybersecurity practices, especially in embedded/connected systems
• Experience with IoT devices and cloud platforms (Azure or AWS)

Personal qualities

We believe you are a curious and technically driven person who enjoys solving complex problems. You are analytical, structured, and take ownership of your work. As a senior developer, you are comfortable working independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues across different teams. You enjoy sharing knowledge, contribute to a high-quality engineering culture, and take a pragmatic approach to solving technical challenges.

What we offer

We offer an opportunity to be part of a market leading innovative global company in the forefront of green technology for ships. An open and inspiring environment where your energy will make a difference. We provide great potential for personal and professional development.

Manta Marine is committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is not only the right thing to do, but also the smart thing to do. Let’s make the world a greener place!

Application

When submitting your application, please include "Application – Senior Embedded Developer" in the subject line of your email. We review applications on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.