SumUp

Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Hardware

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1 month ago
Estimated salary
€5,483 – €7,963per month

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Description

SumUp's Hardware Development team builds the payment devices that millions of small businesses use daily, and this role starts a new chapter by moving the in-house hardware onto the Android platform for the first time. The engineer supports system bring-up of a highly customised, security-first Android embedded platform, from bootloader through kernel to framework. Responsibilities include integrating and maintaining kernel modules and drivers such as power management and connectivity, contributing to build system integration, and debugging hardware and software issues at protocol level. Testing and validation to confirm platform stability and security before release are also part of the job. The work is done alongside hardware, software and QA engineers plus experienced embedded and secure processor leads, in an office-first setup in Berlin.

Requirements

  • Several years of professional experience developing embedded systems with a strong focus on Android OS
  • Strong knowledge of Android OS architecture from bootloader (U-Boot, Little Kernel) and kernel through to framework and services
  • Hands-on experience debugging hardware interfaces at protocol level including I2C, SPI, UART and SDIO
  • Solid understanding of embedded security concepts such as Secure Boot, TrustZone (TEE), dm-verity, encryption and hardware-backed key storage
  • Comfort working with Qualcomm Snapdragon or MediaTek platforms
  • Expert-level C programming for embedded Linux environments

Experience Level

InternEntry LevelMid-levelSeniorLeadExecutive

Benefits

Virtual Stock Option programme
Annual learning and development budget of EUR 2,000
Corporate pension scheme with matching of up to 20% of contributions
28 days of paid leave plus public holidays and special leave days
Urban Sports Club subsidy
Kita placement assistance
Subsidised office lunches
One-month sabbatical after three years of service
Referral bonus

💰 Net Salary Calculator

Tax class 1, no church tax
Gross Salary
€80,676/year
€6,723/month
Total Deductions
€32,267
40% effective rate
Net Salary (Take Home)
€4,034/mo
€48,409/year

Deduction Breakdown

🏛️ Income Tax€15,940
🏦 Pension Insurance€7,502
🏥 Health Insurance€6,103
🫶 Care Insurance€1,674
📋 Unemployment Insurance€1,048

🏠 Cost of Living in Berlin

Monthly Essentials

Rent (1BR)
€1231
Groceries
€280
Transport
€75
Utilities
€220
Internet
€40

Lifestyle & Entertainment

Eating Out
€13
Gym/Month
€45
Coffee
€4
Beer (0.5L)
€4
Cinema
€12
Monthly Net Salary:€4,034
Comfortable Living:€1,897
Monthly Savings:€2,137 (53%)
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Strong savings potential: You could save €2,137 monthly, which is €25,644 per year.

💡 These estimates are based on average costs in Berlin. Actual expenses vary based on lifestyle, neighborhood, and personal choices. "Comfortable living" includes rent, utilities, groceries, transport, and reasonable dining/entertainment.

Eligible for the EU Blue Card

A salary of €80,676 meets the EU Blue Card minimum of €45,300 (2026).

The EU Blue Card is a residence permit for highly qualified non-EU workers. It offers a fast track to permanent residency and allows family reunification.

Processing
4-12 weeks
Visa fee
€100
Requirements
University degree + Job offer

Also eligible: EU Blue Card (Shortage Occupation) (€41,042+)

Documents needed

Valid passport
Recognised university degree
Employment contract or binding job offer
Proof of salary meeting threshold
Health insurance coverage
Biometric passport photo
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📍 Life in Berlin

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Population
3.6M
⭐
Quality of Life
8.0
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English Friendly
9.0
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Tech Scene
9.0
🌍
International
10.0
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Public Transport
9.0
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Bikeability
9.0
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Air Quality
6.0
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Green Spaces
7.0
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Car Free
8.0
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About Berlin

  • •Creative and tech hub
  • •Diverse neighborhoods
  • •Excellent public transport
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Climate

  • •Continental climate
  • •Cold winters
  • •Mild summers
  • •Four distinct seasons
❄️Jan: 0°C☀️Jul: 19°C📅Avg: 10°C
☀️1625 sunshine hours/year
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Safety

  • •Generally safe
  • •Higher petty crime than Munich
  • •Some areas less safe at night
Overall:7.0
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Healthcare

  • •Good hospital network
  • •Charité is world-renowned
  • •Wait times can vary
Quality: 9.0Access: 8.0
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Culture

  • •World-class museums
  • •Vibrant art scene
  • •Rich history
10.0
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Nightlife

  • •Famous club scene
  • •Diverse nightlife
  • •24/7 culture
10.0
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Recreation

  • •Many parks
  • •Lakes
  • •Tiergarten
  • •Active outdoor scene
8.0
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Cost of Living

  • •More affordable than Munich
  • •Prices rising rapidly
  • •Still cheaper than many European capitals
🏠 Rent (1BR center):€1231
⚡ Utilities:€220
🛒 Groceries:€280
🍽️ Dining out:€16
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Your situation in Germany

The default for anyone single, divorced or widowed.

Only changes the church tax rate — 8% in Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg, 9% everywhere else.

Childless employees over 23 pay a higher Pflegeversicherung (care insurance) rate.