Embedded Software Architect - Gateway

Job Description

Looking for an Embedded Software Architect to define and drive scalable, high-quality embedded software architecture. This role requires strong expertise in C/C++ and embedded systems, with working knowledge of connectivity technologies to support connected product development.

Tasks / Responsibilities:

• Translate business and system requirements into technical architecture.
• Define end-to-end embedded software architecture (drivers, middleware, application layers).
• Design scalable solutions across MCU/SoC platforms, RTOS, and hardware abstraction layers.
• Define communication interfaces and integration strategies across subsystems.
• Architect systems for high performance, low latency, and efficient resource usage.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality requirements
• Design and support integration of connectivity modules (RF, Wi Fi) into embedded systems.
• Assess emerging technologies (AI/ML, GenAI, data platforms) with a focus on improving embedded platform engineering and automation.
• Lead technical discussions and architecture / design reviews.
• Drive innovative initiatives and proof-of-concepts (POCs).
• Evaluate emerging tools, frameworks, and connectivity solutions.
• Establish and improve CI/CD pipelines for embedded systems.
• Mentor development teams on architecture, best practices, and technical direction
• Support teams in debugging complex system-level issues and root cause analysis

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong expertise in Embedded C/C++ development on Linux environments
• Proven experience in embedded software architecture and system design.
• Hands-on experience with major cloud IoT platforms
• Experience with modular architecture, and reusable frameworks
• Hands-on experience with RTOS, drivers, BSP, and low-level system development.
• Ability to analyze tradeoffs between performance, memory, power, and cost
• Knowledge in secure boot, OTA updates, and cybersecurity concepts
• Strong analytical thinking and system-level problem-solving capability
• Good communication, technical mentoring, and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Familiarity with automation frameworks and DevOps practices in embedded systems
• Curiosity toward industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in software development

Must Have:

• Extensive experience with Embedded C/C++ programming for Linux environments, gateway product development, covering aspects like kernel modules, device drivers, inter-process communication (IPC), and integration with IoT cloud platforms.
• Good to Have ISAQB Certification

Qualifications

• BE/ME electronics background

Additional Information

• 10 to 15 years