Software Design Engineer

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Denna position rapporterar till:
Deputy Integration Leader

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Your role and responsibilities

We are looking for a Software Design Engineer interested in working with embedded technologies to join our team at ABB Netcontrol, part of our Distribution Solutions Division. This role can be located in either Helsinki, Finland or Västerås, Sweden. In this role you will report to our Program Manager, Embedded SW & HW. You will get to focus especially on Linux-based operating system kernel and distribution. You will mainly work with two of our products: Netcon 200, which is a compact feeder remote terminal unit for secondary substations, and Netcon 500, which is a cyber secure and versatile standards-based remote terminal unit and substation gateway.

The work model for the role is: hybrid

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Participating in the development of Netcon 200 and Netcon 500 products
• Maintaining Netcon 200 and Netcon 500 products

Qualifications for the role

• Previous experience in a Linux-based operating system kernel and distribution is necessary to succeed in this role
• Good knowledge of the C programming language, along with experience in embedded programming and hardware-oriented programming
• A suitable educational background, for example a B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Software Engineering or similar
• Understanding of network communication and firewalls as well as Python and Bash scripting ability
• Experience working with tools such as GIT and / or Azure DevOps
• Fluency in English is necessary in this role, skills in Finnish or Swedish are an advantage
• Familiarity with cybersecurity principles for embedded systems as well as skills in C++ are an advantage in the role

Benefits

Our culture and benefits reflect our values: courage, care, curiosity and collaboration. The most appreciated benefits according to our personnel are at the moment e.g. an annual performance bonus, employee share acquisition program, continuous learning opportunities, and other wellbeing and family benefits. We have a hybrid working model. 

More about us

In 2026, Netcontrol became part of ABB, a global technology leader in electrification and automation. As part of ABB's Distribution Solutions division, we continue to support utilities and critical infrastructure operators in an increasingly complex business landscape, driven by electrification, decentralized energy production and the growing need for reliability and resilience.

ABB's Distribution Solutions Division facilitates the efficient and reliable distribution, protection and control of power. Our technologies and solutions support utilities, industries and infrastructure in strengthening the reliability, efficiency and resilience of electrical distribution. Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

For more information, please contact Director, Product Development and Management, Marcus Biström, tel. +358 201 520 628. Please apply for the position by October 18, 2026. We look forward to receiving your application.

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