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Agency job
6 - 10 yrs
₹10L - ₹15L / yr
Bengaluru (Bangalore)
Skills
Embedded Systems
Linux/Unix
skill iconC
skill iconC++
Microcontrollers
RTOS

Technical Lead (Embedded Software - Linux)

Job Responsibilities:

Lead a team of software/Linux development engineers working on microcontroller firmware development, Linux platform drivers and IOT solutions. Should be able to guide team members, resolve technical roadblocks and deliver project commitments. Will be the go-to person and first-level escalation point for all technical issues faced by the team. Looking for someone with 6+ years in the embedded industry and a passion to build a core team in a growing company. Team size will vary from 6 to 12 people, mainly firmware and Linux engineers.

  

The selected candidate for this role will be reporting to the software director/manager in the organization.

  • Work with firmware and application architects to create a project execution plan
  • Review project proposals for execution scope & timelines
  • Lead embedded software development activities by the team
  • Work with QA teams to resolve bugs and ensure release readiness
  • Work with h/w design and PM teams to ensure smooth execution and timely delivery of projects

  

The main responsibilities of this role are:

  

Technical:

  • Strong programming skills (C, C++, assembly)
  • Linux development experience (porting & platform drivers)
  • Expert-level knowledge of embedded microcontroller & microprocessor-based systems
  • Prior experience in delivering critical modules for microcontroller projects
  • Good understanding of commonly used embedded communication protocols
  • Good understanding of common embedded peripherals, interfaces & sensors
  • Experience working on Real-Time systems (RTOS)
  • Should be able to quickly learn new technologies and enable the team on the same
  • Should be able to work with minimal technical guidance

  

Leadership:

  • This role requires excellent communication skills
  • Strong analytical & problem-solving skills
  • Should be able to lead junior engineers by providing technical mentoring
  • Owns task division, task allocation and tracking within the team
  • Require multi-tasking and time management skills
  • Prior experience working with overseas clients
  • Periodically report progress to management

  

Other desirable skills:

Knowledge of Python

  

Experience: 6 to 10 years
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