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# Embedded Software Engineer at Innatera Nanosystems

- **Company:** Innatera Nanosystems
- **Location:** Rijswijk, Netherlands
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2026-07-22
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-07
- **Apply:** https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/innatera/7243fd43-84da-48a7-aaab-2d44b34bb725

## Job description

About Us:

Innatera is a rapidly growing Dutch semiconductor company that develops ultra-efficient neuromorphic processors for AI at the edge. These microprocessors mimic the brain’s mechanisms for processing fast data streams from sensors, enabling complex turn-key sensor analytics functionalities, with 10,000x higher performance per watt than competing solutions. Innatera's technology serves as a critical enabler for next-generation use cases in the IoT, wearable, embedded, and automotive domains.

To support our new chip releases and SDK product, we are seeking an enthusiastic Embedded Software Engineer to join our HQ in the Netherlands. You will work at the intersection of embedded software and semiconductor development, gaining direct exposure to what is "under the hood" in hardware systems and edge AI.

## WE WILL TRUST YOU WITH:

- Designing, implementing, maintaining, and testing embedded software components (e.g. device drivers or other software systems of equivalent complexity);
- Debugging and resolving complex issues in embedded systems, and performing root cause investigations for bugs, utilizing tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and hardware debuggers;
- Planning software development activities, breaking larger work packages into tasks, estimating effort, and ensuring that planned items are delivered on time and at the required quality;
- Providing consultation on development strategy and assessing related risks and technical gaps as early as possible;
- Promoting best engineering practices and demonstrating sufficient knowledge and expertise in one's own developments;
- Developing requirements for embedded software components of all complexity levels;
- Implementing and maintaining tests for embedded software (e.g., embedded test programs, scripts);
- Collaborating with engineers of different disciplines in requirements and design activities related to embedded software (e.g., application development, hardware development).

## YOUR EXPERIENCE INCLUDES:

- MSc or BSc degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or equivalent;
- 3+ years of experience in Embedded Software development with the C programming language;
- Experience with Version Control Systems, especially Git and Gitlab;
- Experience in HIL testing for embedded targets with a hardware debugger or other tools;
- Experience with requirements tools.

## NICE TO HAVE:

- Previous experience working in the semiconductor industry;
- Good understanding of assembly language for RISC architectures, especially RISC-V;
- Experience with working with Python;
- Familiarity with Machine Learning concepts, Artificial Intelligence, and Artificial Neural Networks;
- Experience with Mixed-signal Integrated Circuit development processes;
- Knowledge of analog and digital electrical circuits.

## WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:

- Exceptional analytical skills and attention to detail;
- Good organizational, planning, and documentation abilities;
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams;
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.

## WE OFFER YOU:

- A dynamic working environment around a fearless engineering culture;
- Ambitious teams with the freedom to innovate;
- A Flexible working environment (work from home policy, flexible working hours, advantageous holiday scheme);
- An inclusive company culture that embraces communication, diversity, and support around holistic and personal development.

## OUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Our hiring process is designed to be engaging and efficient. You can expect an initial recruiter screening, a technical interview with the hiring manager, a team interview, and a final culture-fit discussion. For on-site candidates, we also welcome you for an office visit in Rijswijk.

Whether you’re passionate about microarchitecture, excited by verification or physical design, driven by supporting operations, building strong teams, or mastering the details of accounting, we’d love to hear from you!

If you're ready to shape the future of technology with us, click Apply and share your story.

Innatera is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, or other protected characteristics. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know – we’re happy to support you.

## About Innatera Nanosystems

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Innatera develops ultra-low-power neuromorphic processors that bring brain-like intelligence to sensors at the edge.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Series A-II)
- **Headquarters**: Rijswijk, Netherlands (Patrijsweg 20, 2289 EX)
- **Founded**: 2018
- **Founders**: Sumeet Kumar (CEO), Amir Zjajo (CSO), Rene van Leuken (CAO), Uma Mahesh (Managing Director – India)

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Neuromorphic semiconductors / Edge AI hardware
- **Target customers**: OEMs and system integrators in consumer electronics, industrial IoT, wearables, robotics, and smart home sectors (B2B, deep-tech)
- **Mission**: "Make a billion sensors intelligent by 2030" – enabling ambient intelligence where every device is seamlessly smart, safe, and efficient.

## Products & Services
- **Spiking Neural Processor T1**: A neuromorphic AI accelerator unveiled at CES 2024, using spiking neural networks (SNNs) on an analog-mixed signal architecture for ultra-low-power, real-time sensor processing.
- **Pulsar (Neuromorphic Microcontroller)**: Launched in 2025 as the world’s first mass-market neuromorphic microcontroller for the sensor edge; won Best-in-Show at COMPUTEX 2025 in the Microcontrollers, Microprocessors & IP category.
- **Spiking Compute Fabric (Analog + Digital)**: A core technology platform combining analog and digital compute for event-driven, privacy-preserving AI at the edge.
- **CNN Accelerator**: Efficient dense inference engine for familiar AI models within tight edge power budgets.
- **RISC-V CPU Subsystem**: Flexible control and system orchestration integrated with neuromorphic cores.
- **Multiple sensor interfaces**: Supports ADC, QSPI, UART, I2S, I2C, CPI, PDM for broad sensor integration.

## Market Standing
- **Total Funding**: $27.22M (as per CB Insights)
- **Last Raised**: $19.8M oversubscribed Series A extension (June 2024), following a €15M Series A (March 2024)
- **Seed Round**: €5M led by MIG and btov/ITF
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: MIG Capital, btov Partners, IT-Fonds, European Innovation Council (EIC Accelerator grant/equity), Intel Ignite (Fall ’21 cohort)
- **Board Chair**: Alberto Sangiovanni-Vincentelli (renowned EDA pioneer)
- **Growth Signals**:
  - Deployed in real-world applications by Aaroh Labs, Cyran AI Solutions and more
  - Won Best-in-Show at COMPUTEX 2025
  - Selected for EIC Accelerator support
  - 100+ employees across 15 countries (as of 2025)
  - 70+ engineers on the team

## Competitive Advantages
- **Neuromorphic architecture**: Uses spiking neural networks with analog-mixed signal computing, enabling 100-1000x lower power than traditional digital AI chips for always-on sensor processing.
- **Privacy-first edge intelligence**: All processing happens on-device, eliminating cloud dependency for latency-critical and privacy-sensitive applications.
- **First-mover in mass-market neuromorphic MCUs**: Pulsar is positioned as the world’s first mass-market neuromorphic microcontroller, giving them a unique market position.
- **Deep academic roots**: Spin-out from Delft University of Technology after a decade of neuromorphic research, with strong IP and scientific foundation.
- **Board leadership**: Alberto Sangiovanni-Vincentelli brings world-class semiconductor credibility.

## Strategic Focus
- **Scale mass production**: Using the Series A extension to drive high-volume manufacturing of the T1 and Pulsar chips.
- **Expand real-world deployments**: Growing partnerships with solution providers in consumer, industrial, and medical verticals.
- **Talent acquisition**: Actively hiring senior engineers (CPU architecture, SoC verification, SDK, field application) to build out global teams.
- **Global presence**: Operating across the Netherlands, India (Managing Director), and targeting US market with field application roles.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: "Driven by Curiosity. Built by People." – values include innovation, care for people, one-team mindset, leadership ownership, growth mindset, and customer value delivery.
- **Team**: 70+ engineers across hardware, software, and AI; 100+ employees from 15 countries – highly international and diverse.
- **Work environment**: Hybrid/office setup based in Rijswijk, Netherlands (near The Hague); also has an India office.
- **Impact**: Work on cutting-edge brain-inspired silicon that could redefine how sensors and edge devices operate globally.
- **Growth trajectory**: Fast-growing deep-tech startup with strong funding, EU backing, and commercial traction – offers significant ownership and career acceleration.
- **Perks**: Not explicitly detailed, but culture emphasizes respect, openness, recognition, care, and continuous learning.

## Sources
1. [innatera.com - About Us](https://www.innatera.com/about-us/)
2. [innatera.com - Main Site](https://www.innatera.com/)
3. [innatera.com - Careers](https://www.innatera.com/careers/)
4. [CB Insights - Innatera](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/innatera)
5. [LinkedIn - Innatera](https://ci.linkedin.com/company/innatera)
6. [Ashby Careers Page](https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/innatera)

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