What development for Embedded Systems is all about

Interconnecting devices through the Internet to collect data and with this, improve efficiency and optimize usage of the available equipment, that is what Embedded Systems is all about.

Prodrive Technologies portfolio ranges from products that can be used in harsh environments, such as high powered machinery and vehicles, to products for residential application, such as smart thermostats and gateway.

Research & Development

The Netherlands - Eindhoven

Mobility

Industrial

Industrial Automation

Patrick

Information security

Embedded software

Linux

Wireless interfacing

At Prodrive Technologies we develop our own software and hardware, while most companies that are active in the Internet of Things industry focus mainly on software. Being in full control of the software and hardware enables us to offer highly competitive solutions.

My usual day at work starts off with a beautiful bike ride to Prodrive Technologies. After arriving at work, it is time for the best thing to start the day with a cup of good coffee.

The first thing on my agenda is a conference call with the customer to discuss the project’s progress. Specifically, this meeting is quite important, since next month a software release for the Telematics product is planned.

Just before lunch, I scheduled a meeting with Merijn about the implementation of a new functionality for the Telematics product. To finalize the boardsupport layer we need to design a state machine which handles the wireless connections of the product. The application will interact with the state machine to enable WLAN or cellular. The state machine will take care of maintaining an active WLAN or cellular connection to being able to push the gathered data to the cloud.

Within Prodrive Technologies you can have quite a lot of freedom and responsibility. For example, as an embedded software developer I need to make sure the software I am end‑responsible for is tested thoroughly before being deployed in the field.

During lunch, I get to enjoy a healthy meal in the cafeteria and a brief walk outside. After lunch, I head straight to the lab to set up the nightly run tests. Testing software and hardware separately is important but running integrations tests is key before deploying any new functionality in the field. These nightly tests run every night to assure both software and hardware are still working correctly.

In the evening I planned some drinks with a few colleagues at my place to look back at another productive day.

If you are working on something exciting that you really care about, you don’t have to be pushed. The vision pulls you.

Pros and cons

• Flexibility of working hours, even during weekdays and holidays
• The possibility to work from home
• Team building activities with the project team
• Free healthy and nutritious lunch, snacks, and dinner
• Fitness facilities on the grounds
• The fitness coach keeps signing me up for the various fitness activities

The Prodrive Technologies Mindset

Responsibility

You don’t just go to work, you feel responsible for your project

Flexible

You decide when, where and how much you want to work

Manufacturing

You like to think about manufacturability when designing

Initiative

You don’t sit and wait, you have a hands‑on mentality

Have you got what it takes to become a Prodriver?

What we offer

• Perfect environment for those eager to develop themselves and take full responsibility for a project.
• Many opportunities for personal and professional development, along with the flexibility to explore diverse roles across various projects.
• A young and dynamic culture which stimulates innovative thinking and taking initiatives.
• Personal budget just for you to learn new things. Your growth is our priority.
• Flexible working hours and lunch, dinner, and access to our company gym.
• Personalized development plan to craft your future.
• You will receive essential tools if these are necessary to perform your job (i.e. iPhone and laptop).
• On‑campus sports facilities enable you to incorporate exercise seamlessly into your work routine.
• A performance‑driven salary that grows with your accomplishments.
• Unlock the opportunity to become a shareholder and entrepreneur within the company.
• Travel allowance based on the days you are actually at Prodrive Technologies.
• Work‑life balance with at least 33 vacation days per year.
• Access a retirement plan.