Power Electronics Software Developer | Software-Entwickler Leistungselektronik (m/w/d)

KACO new energy GmbH

Neckarsulm, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Published Mar 30, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

As a Power Electronics Software Developer at KACO new energy, you will play a vital role in the energy transition by developing and refining software for grid-connected and island inverters, including DC/DC converters for photovoltaics, battery systems, and fuel cells. Your daily responsibilities will span the entire software lifecycle, from analyzing requirements and defining architectures to coding real-time software in C/C++ and implementing control algorithms. You will also conduct integration tests on physical hardware and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL) systems. This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy hardware-proximate programming and want to work with cutting-edge renewable energy technologies. The position offers a unique opportunity to work within an innovative medium-sized company atmosphere while benefiting from the backing of Siemens as its parent company, ensuring a stable yet dynamic professional environment.

Required Skills

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a comparable technical qualification.

Experience

  • Professional experience in developing hardware-proximate and real-time software using C/C++
  • Experience in digital signal processing and control technology specifically for power electronics
  • Experience with scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, and Bash for automated testing
  • Professional experience in software engineering processes including requirements engineering, version control, and testing procedures
  • Experience with Agile methods and DevOps mindsets is preferred
  • Experience using generative AI in a development context is considered an advantage

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Knowledge of grid-feed and island inverters for PV and battery systems is required. Candidates should be familiar with hardware components in the power electronics sector.