We’re looking for a Senior Developer to work on embedded systems and cutting-edge development projects involving mobile work machinery, networked industrial equipment and sensors.

Your Role
In this position, you can expect technically captivating projects across domains such as industrial automation, heavy machinery and autonomous vehicles. You’ll collaborate on networked embedded systems, mobile work machines, intelligent sensors and protocols — developing robust, scalable systems that power cutting edge products.
Depending on your background and interests, your focus can be on different layers of the technology stack: on the user interfaces, in the middleware layers or down at the RTOS and bare-metal end.

• On the GUI and middleware development, our typical projects are part of or related to different kinds of mobile work machines or industrial systems. Most often we're talking about more or less distributed, Linux-based systems with C++, Qt and QML being the typical main technologies.
• Closer to the hardware, we are talking about individual sensors and controllers, usually as part of systems like mentioned above. Our tools of choice are usually C or C++ on top of embedded Linux, some RTOS or bare metal.

What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a skilled embedded systems developer with a strong technical foundation. Ideally, you bring:

• At least five years of experience in embedded systems development
• Solid understanding of C++, Qt and QML if your focus is on GUI/middleware
• Strong skills in both C and C++, and familiarity with real-time systems if you work closer to the hardware
• Proficiency with Linux; experience with Yocto is considered a plus
• Familiarity with communication protocols and field buses — exact technologies aren’t critical, but a genuine passion for embedded tech and curiosity to work directly with hardware are
• Bonus: experience with other programming languages such as Python or C#
• A mindset geared toward writing clean, efficient and reliable code

Beyond the technical skills, we value people who take initiative, work independently, and thrive in small, agile teams. You enjoy collaborating, learning continuously, and contributing to a culture of shared ownership and responsibility. Fluency in English is essential, and Finnish is a nice bonus.

Why Join Us
At Insta, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking embedded software consulting team that builds real-world solutions for industrial automation, autonomous systems and heavy-duty mobile machinery. We combine deep technical expertise with a human-centric culture that values curiosity, collaboration and long-term impact.
Here’s why our developers enjoy working here:

• Purposeful engineering: You’ll work on robust, scalable software powering e.g. mining equipment, harbor cranes or intelligent industrial systems — where reliability truly matters. Our projects tend to be long term, typically between 1-3 years.
• Growth built-in: We have a team of highly competent professionals you can hone your craft with. We actively support continuous learning, and you’re encouraged to use working hours for professional development.
• Flexible by design: Work from home, our Finlayson office or customer sites — depending on the project. Some projects can involve 1–2 on-site days per week in the Pirkanmaa region. Thus location close to Tampere is preferred.
• Relaxed and respectful culture: We keep things low-stress and inclusive. Whether you’re an introvert or extrovert, you’ll find space to thrive.
• Agile mindset: We believe in autonomy, transparency and long-term partnerships with both our clients and our people.
• No micromanagement: You’ll have ownership of your work and the trust to make decisions that matter.

The salary range for this position is approximately 5000–5500 euros per month, depending on experience.

Curious about what it’s like to work with us in real life?
Read more about your team and their projects here
Read more about Maija and Sami.

We at Insta
People, expertise and responsibility are at the core of our culture. As a Finnish family-owned company with over 65 years of history, our roots are firmly planted in Tampere. From there, we’ve grown into a community of nearly 1,200 professionals with an increasingly international presence.
We combine deep expertise with modern technology to build solutions that strengthen critical security and ensure the smooth functioning of society. When nothing unexpected happens in your everyday life, we—more than one thousand Insta team members—have succeeded in our work.

Excited to Join Us?
Submit your application or apply with your LinkedIn profile by October 5th 2025. Our roles are flexible by design, so we’d love to hear what kind of position would be the perfect fit for you. We review applications continuously and fill the role as soon as we find the right person.

If you have questions about the position, feel free to contact Markus Mäkelä at markus.makela(at)insta.fi or 020 771 7874.
For recruitment-related questions, Johanna Välimäki is happy to help at rekry(at)insta.fi or 020 771 7128.

Please note that a security clearance by the Finnish Security Intelligence Service will be conducted for successful applicants.

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