Embedded Software Engineer

Do you have experience as an Embedded Software Engineer and want to become part of a team that is on a mission that to change how we feed the world?

At Growy we believe it’s our collective responsibility to seek solutions that help attain sustainability and deal with larger social and environmental issues. We are the first large-scale commercial vertical farm in the Netherlands, using water and energy efficiently while remaining completely pesticide-free. In Amsterdam, we grow salads, herbs, and microgreens by combining extensive agricultural experience with cutting‑edge technology to deliver high‑quality, on‑demand fresh greens.

To build the farm of the future, we need world‑class technology — and this is where you come in.

Our Growy Tech department is looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to help us develop highly reliable firmware for the robotic systems that power our farm. This department covers all technical aspects of the farm: robotization, sensoring, seeding, harvesting, climate control, and software/firmware development. You’ll collaborate with a diverse engineering team to bring robotics from prototype to production, ensuring our systems are fast, stable, and robust.

• Embedded Firmware Development: Design and implement embedded software from requirements analysis through production and commercial deployment.

• Robotics Engineering: Support the transition of robotic systems from prototype to full production, ensuring reliability and scalability.

• Debugging & Optimization: Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve firmware issues while continuously improving performance and reliability.

• Maintenance & Enhancements: Maintain and expand software deployed in existing embedded products and systems.

• Sensor & Control Integration: Work closely with researchers to implement real‑time signal processing and control algorithms using a variety of sensors and actuators.

• Cross‑functional Collaboration: Partner with electrical, mechanical, and software engineers to ensure system functionality and seamless interface integration.

• Code Quality & Reviews: Participate actively in design discussions and code reviews, contributing to best‑practice development standards.

• The opportunity to be part of a company that is truly changing the world

• 26 days off per year

• Commute allowance

• 8% vacation pay (paid annually in May)

• A strong pension plan — we cover 60% of the premium

• One paid day per year to volunteer

• Fresh vitamins daily — we lunch together, and there’s always plenty of fruit and salad

• A diverse and inspiring team of ~90 people from all around the world, united by the mission to make a positive impact

At Growy, you’re not just working — you’re helping build the future of food. Ready to Grow(y)?

• Strong understanding of firmware design, methodologies, and architectural approaches

• Proven experience developing high‑reliability firmware for real world applications

• A problem solving mindset and strong root cause analysis skills

• Solid working knowledge of C/C++

• Experience with FreeRTOS

• Experience with Python (a plus)

• Knowledge of hardware and processors (STM, Controllino, Arduino)

• Hands‑on experience with communication protocols (e.g., CANbus, Modbus) is a plus

• Experience with Git and best‑practice firmware development techniques

• BSc or MSc in Embedded Systems, Computer Science or similar, with focus on embedded firmware

• Professional proficiency in English

• Available 32–40 hours per week