Linux Embedded Software Lead

As a highly skilled and technically hands-on Embedded Linux Software Team Lead, you will be responsible for managing and guiding a team of approximately 20 engineers, including Linux developers, BSP engineers, Yocto experts, and QA specialists. Your role will be central to the design, implementation, and delivery of high-quality embedded software solutions. Your key responsibilities will include: - Leading and coordinating a cross-functional embedded software team (~20 members). - Defining and maintaining the overall embedded Linux software architecture for the platform. - Making strategic decisions on technology stack and libraries to ensure system reliability, maintainability, and performance. - Overseeing development activities related to Yocto, Linux kernel, BSP, and user-space components. - Ensuring code quality, robustness, and maintainability through rigorous code review processes and technical oversight. - Working closely with QA engineers to define and enforce test strategies and release criteria. - Promoting best practices in software development, CI/CD, version control, and documentation. - Serving as the main technical authority for embedded software within the project. - Actively contributing to the continuous improvement of engineering processes and team skill development. - Reporting progress, risks, and technical challenges to upper management. To qualify for this role, you should have: - A Masters degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. - 15+ years of experience in embedded Linux software development and 5+ years in managing developer teams. - Proficiency in C/C++. - Strong expertise with Yocto Project, Linux BSP, and system integration. - Solid understanding of Linux kernel internals, device drivers, and system startup. - Proven experience in software architecture and technical leadership roles. - Ability to manage technical complexity and lead teams to deliver high-quality embedded products. - Experience working with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and Agile/Scrum methodologies. - Strong communication and team coordination skills. - Fluency in English (spoken and written). Preferred qualifications include experience in managing mid-sized software teams, familiarity with security features like Secure Boot, SELinux, and over-the-air (OTA) updates. You should also possess leadership and soft skills such as technical leadership, team facilitation, cross-functional communication, decision making, mentorship, adaptability, and conflict resolution.,