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Embedded Software Lead

Glydways
Location
United States
Posted
11 days ago
Department
Engineering
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Experience leading an embedded software team or serving as a technical lead responsible for execution, engineering quality, and team growth.
  • Expert-level C and/or C++ experience developing production embedded systems.
  • Experience with RTOS or embedded Linux environments, MCU bootloaders, device drivers, and board or SoC bring-up.
  • Strong understanding of embedded communications, including SPI, UART, I2C, CAN, TCP, and UDP.
  • Experience optimizing resource-constrained systems and building automated unit, integration, and hardware/software tests.
  • Solid command of the embedded software life cycle, including version control, code review, CI, release management, and automated testing.
Nice to have
  • Experience in automotive, transit, aerospace, medical, industrial, robotics, or other safety-critical domains.
  • Experience with automotive-grade safety MCUs, ideally the NXP S32K3 family or comparable lockstep/ASIL-rated devices such as Infineon AURIX or TI TMS570.
  • Familiarity with kernel internals and low-level operating-system concepts.
  • Experience with deterministic timing and networking, including NTP, PTP, or time-sensitive networking.
  • Experience with CAN tooling and DBC-based workflows.
What the job really is

As the Embedded Software Team Lead at Glydways, you will oversee a team responsible for developing the low-level software that powers autonomous vehicles. Your role involves setting technical direction, mentoring team members, and collaborating with various engineering teams to ensure the reliability and safety of the software. You will guide the entire process from prototype development to production deployment, ensuring that the software meets safety-critical standards.

Things to weigh
  • No salary listed.
  • Emphasis on safety-critical software suggests high accountability and pressure in the role.
  • The position requires a mix of technical leadership and hands-on coding, which may appeal to candidates looking for a balance of management and technical work.
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