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MSP Staffing is looking for an Embedded Systems Engineer in Cape Town to take embedded products from concept through to volume production, including hardware bring-up, certification and field deployment. This is a permanent, senior hands-on role. Applications close on 29 December 2026.
Please note: the salary figure shown on the original advert header (R4 583.00 – R4 750.00 per month) looks incorrect for a senior engineering role of this kind, so no salary is shown here. Confirm the pay directly on the original advert before applying.
About the company and the work
MSP Staffing is a specialist recruitment agency that focuses on engineering, construction, mining and related sectors, connecting skilled professionals with employers in South Africa and abroad. This role is for a practising embedded engineer who stays close to the hardware, not a management-only or specification-only position.
Role details and duties
The role covers embedded systems design and development across the full product journey: taking embedded products from concept through to volume production, with hands-on work in embedded C or C++; hardware bring-up; certification; and field deployment. The engineer also travels occasionally for vehicle testing, supplier engagements and certification work, and takes part in a screening call before interview.
Requirements
Only the requirements stated in the original advert are listed here:
- 6 to 8 years of post-graduate experience in embedded systems design and development.
- At least 3 years in a senior, lead or architecture capacity.
- Demonstrable involvement in taking at least two embedded products from concept to volume production.
- Currently hands-on in embedded C or C++.
- Not suitable for candidates who have moved fully into management or specification-only work.
- Embedded C or C++ hands-on capability.
- Hardware bring-up, certification and field deployment experience.
- South African citizenship required; foreign nationals will not be accepted.
- Valid driver’s licence.
- Clear criminal and credit record; verification required.
- Willingness to travel occasionally for vehicle testing, supplier and certification engagements.
- Preference for Employment Equity (EE) candidates.
- Candidates will undergo a screening call prior to interview.
- Resumes will be forwarded exclusively to the recruiter, with no direct communication with the hiring company.
Where to find and apply safely
This opportunity is listed on Careers24, and the Apply button on this page links to the original listing. Use that link to read the full advert and submit your application through the official channel. The reference number for this vacancy is ESEPTA10, and the advert asks applicants to include it in the subject line when replying.
Practical tips
- Lead with the products you have taken from concept to volume production, naming your role in each.
- Show current, hands-on embedded C or C++ work, including bring-up and field deployment.
- Be ready for a screening call before interview, and confirm the salary position early given the unclear figure on the advert.
- Have your driver’s licence and clearance details ready, since verification is required.
How the process works
Use the Apply button to reach the original Careers24 listing, then follow its instructions to submit your application, quoting reference ESEPTA10. Shortlisted candidates take a screening call before interview.
Important information
This page is informational only. It summarises a third-party job advert and does not guarantee employment. Always confirm the closing date, requirements and application steps on the original advert before applying. Applications for this role close on 29 December 2026.
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