Head of Software Engineering

Our Embedded Software Engineering domain is a core R&D unit responsible for crafting reliable, high-performance software for smart IoT devices, AI-powered cameras, and connected hardware. The team focuses on the full software stack close to hardware: low-level firmware, Linux-based and RTOS-based embedded platforms, middleware, file systems, connectivity (Wi-Fi, BLE, cellular), and real-time audio/video streaming. We operate with an agile, delivery-first R&D approach, driving software architecture from concept and prototyping to edge AI deployment, secure OTA management, and mass-production readiness.

• Proven leadership experience as a Head of Engineering, Director of Software, or Engineering Delivery Lead managing embedded software/firmware organizations using C/C++, Embedded Linux, and RTOS.
• Deep architectural background in embedded systems including OS drivers, middleware, connectivity, video/audio streaming, and edge processing.
• Hands-on experience in pre-sales enablement, including technical proposal writing, client pitches, and effort estimations.
• Solid understanding of modern software delivery practices, Agile frameworks, and CI/CD for embedded systems.
• Ability to build trust, empower autonomous leads, resolve team friction, and balance technical excellence with project deadlines and budget constraints.
• Advanced/Fluent English communication skills (C1/C2) with ability to articulate complex technical architectures to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Nice to have:

• Experience with AI/ML integration at the edge (on-device object detection, ISP tuning, smart camera features).
• Domain experience in smart home, IoT, or camera security platforms.
• Understanding of full hardware lifecycle including integration with EE/RF and mass-production pipelines.
• Strong negotiation skills regarding delivery scope, boundaries, and timelines.

Software Delivery & Technical Strategy:

• Take full accountability for domain-wide software delivery across multiple projects, ensuring high-quality architectural choices, secure software lifecycles (OTA, secure boot), and execution against business goals.

Pre-Sales & Technical Discovery:

• Actively participate in pre-sales calls, technical discovery sessions, and client proposals.
• Evaluate system constraints, design high-level software architectures, and estimate engineering efforts for prospective clients.

Engineering Excellence & Standards:

• Establish domain-wide coding guidelines, automated testing frameworks, and CI/CD practices tailored for embedded Linux, RTOS, firmware, and edge AI development.

Leadership & Team Alignment:

• Partner with, support, and align seasoned Software Development Managers and Tech Leads.
• Empower autonomous execution while maintaining a unified technical direction.
• Resolve interpersonal friction, defuse technical disagreements, and unite the engineering team under a shared strategic vision.

Resource Management & Domain Scaling:

• Oversee resource allocation and capacity planning to balance team utilization across projects.
• Partner with Recruitment to align hiring and scale engineering capacity.

Executive Stakeholder Management:

• Serve as the primary embedded software domain authority for clients, product managers, and cross-functional leaders.