Junior Hardware/Software Engineer

Tractive is the most trusted name for keeping cats and dogs safe and healthy. The secret to our success? A team of truly unique individuals who care about each other just as much as going the extra mile for pet parents. Want to be part of our story? Check out this role and see if you’re a good match!

Your territory

As part of our Factory & Tools team, you will:

• Help build and evolve the tools that power our Firmware development and factory workflows - turning ideas into reliable, day-to-day solutions

• Support the Product Owner with discovery and prioritization, making sure each tool solves real problems for our teams

• Collaborate with external partners (e.g., on the Factory Test Tool) to keep production lines running smoothly

• Track and analyze KPIs to spot bottlenecks and help implement data-driven improvements

• Grow our hardware-in-the-loop setup for Firmware CI/CD, trying creative test approaches to boost Firmware quality

• Build and maintain test infrastructure that validates tracker performance, streamlines processes, and lifts Firmware reliability

• Collaborate with the Firmware, Backend, Tech Support, and QA teams - and gradually take ownership of your own projects

• Bring in your fresh ideas to make Tractive better - you’ll never hear the phrase “...because that’s how we’ve always done things”

• Continuously grow personally and professionally, take ownership of areas that show your potential, and attend workshops which help you get to the next level

Your profile

Key requirements:

• Basic proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for integration, automation, and data handling

• Basic understanding of hardware (e.g. electronics, embedded systems), ideally with some hands-on experience from projects, labs, or internships

• Strong foundational problem-solving skills across the stack - from hardware to firmware and factory test software

• Basic grasp of agile practices, Git, code reviews, and software quality

• Familiarity with C++ and CI/CD systems is a plus

• Understanding of manufacturing processes is a plus

• Good English skills

• Valid work permit for Austria

Does this sound like you?

• A self-starter with strong attention to detail and a deep curiosity for hardware and gadgets

• Engaged, hands-on, and ready to take initiative

• An effective communicator who thrives in a collaborative environment

• Passionate about technology, especially IoT

• Excited to work in Austria alongside an outstanding team