Embedded Systems Engineer (m/w/d)

At DFT, film is our passion and quality is our mission.

Leveraging state-of-the-art IT technologies, we make film digitization efficient and enable the highest standards of image preservation. As the global market leader, we design and manufacture cutting-edge film scanners and digital solutions in Darmstadt, Germany, serving the needs of film archives and post-production facilities worldwide.

Our esteemed clientele—including the German Federal Film Archive, the Library of Congress, Warner Brothers, NBC Universal, and FotoKem—trust us for the exceptional quality, performance, and reliability of our products and services. With additional teams in Burbank, USA, and London, UK, we ensure premium customer support around the globe.

Are you passionate about embedded systems, hardware-centric software development, innovative technology, and the world of film? If so, we invite you to become part of our dedicated team.

Your Role

As an Embedded Systems Engineer (m/f/d), you will work with us to design powerful control and electronics solutions. You will be jointly responsible for the interface between hardware and software and will help to further improve our products and enable new solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implementation of embedded components for our film scanners
• Hardware and software development for the control of various hardware modules
• Design, development, and optimization of control and regulation systems
• Developing hardware and software for sensor integration and data evaluation
• Active participation in an agile, multidisciplinary development team, including requirements coordination, peer reviews, and project documentation
  

Your Qualifications

• Degree in computer engineering, electrical engineering, physics, or a related discipline
• In-depth knowledge of sensor and actuator technologies
• Proficiency in embedded development using C/C++
• Familiarity with hardware design tools (e.g., Altium Designer)
• Experience in FPGA programming, particularly with VHDL
• Working knowledge of I²C and CAN bus protocols
• Strong analytical thinking, teamwork skills, and a structured work style
• Excellent written and spoken German and English communication skills

What We Offer

• Outstanding Work Environment
  Experience a dynamic workplace with flat hierarchies and a collaborative, open culture.

• Creative Freedom
  From day one, you’ll have the freedom to express your ideas and actively shape your working environment. Comprehensive onboarding and mentoring await you.

• Work-Life Balance & Professional Growth
  Benefit from flexible hours, attractive and fair compensation, individualized professional development, and excellent long-term prospects within a rapidly expanding organization.

• Convenient Mobility
  Our facility is easily accessible via public transportation (a short walk from the Darmstadt-Arheilgen S-Bahn S6 station). Free on-site parking is available, and you have the option to lease a company bike for both business and personal use.
  

• Culinary Perks & Extras
  Enjoy a variety of subsidized meals in our cafeteria, complimentary beverages and coffee, fresh fruit, and access to a range of attractive corporate benefits.

Ready to join us?

We look forward to receiving your comprehensive application, including:

• A cover letter detailing your salary expectations and earliest possible start date
• Detailed résumé
• Copies of relevant academic and professional certificates

Please submit your application as a single PDF file via email to: jobs@dft-film.com

Your contact: Jennifer Lehmann, Manager People & Culture