Manager, Software Engineering - Embedded System Architecture

About the role

This position is part of the Evident Inspection Technologies division, which delivers inspection solutions for mission-critical assets and infrastructure using nondestructive testing, remote visual inspection and analytical instruments. It is based onsite in Waltham, MA.

Key responsibilities

• Own end-to-end software architecture for embedded Qt-based applications, including system designs, APIs, interface specifications and design documentation.
• Establish scalable, modular frameworks and drive modern design patterns, testability, maintainability and performance optimization.
• Manage a cross-functional team of software engineers, providing leadership, technical guidance, code reviews and architectural oversight, and define technical strategy.
• Lead integration of software and hardware into embedded Linux (Yocto, Buildroot or custom Linux), including hardware abstraction layers, backend engines and system services.
• Set up unit, integration, UI and automated testing strategies, and support CI/CD pipelines, build automation and OTA updates.

Required profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree (preferred) in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 10+ years of professional experience, including at least 5 years managing a team of software engineers (hiring, performance management, resource allocation).
• 3+ years of technical management of software projects from design to deployment.
• Experience prioritizing tasks and directing an agile team, plus strong leadership, communication and coaching skills.
• U.S. person required, as the role involves export-control-restricted locations or access to export-controlled information.

Required skills

• 7+ years of C++, Qt/QML and full-stack embedded application development.
• Strong background in embedded Linux development.
• Ability to design and develop maintainable system architectures.

What we offer

• Pay of $170,000 - $200,000 annually depending on experience, plus a 12.5% annual bonus target.
• Benefits including health, welfare and retirement, and an annual bonus if eligible.