Engineering Manager, Embedded Software

<div>Job Purpose/Summary<br/><br/>The Engineering Manager, Embedded Software leads a team of embedded software engineers delivering firmware and hardware-integrated software for Knowmadics' edge and sensing products. This role combines people leadership with technical depth to drive execution, quality, and team growth.<br/><br/>Duties and Responsibilities<br/><br/><ul><li>Lead, manage, and grow a team of embedded software engineers, including hiring, coaching, and performance management.</li><li>Own delivery of embedded software commitments across schedule, scope, and quality.</li><li>Provide technical guidance on embedded architecture, hardware/software integration, and engineering standards.</li><li>Partner with Product and Program Management to plan releases and allocate capacity.</li><li>Remove blockers, manage risk, and coordinate cross-functional dependencies with hardware, RF, and integration teams.</li><li>Establish and improve engineering processes, CI/CD, and code-quality practices.</li><li>Conduct design and code reviews; ensure adherence to security and MOSA standards.</li><li>Foster a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.</li></ul><br/><br/>Qualifications<br/><br/><ul><li>Eligible to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance - U.S. Citizenship required.</li><li>Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.</li><li>10+ years of embedded software experience, including 3+ years managing engineering teams.</li><li>Strong technical foundation in embedded C/C++, Linux/RTOS, and hardware/software integration.</li><li>Proven track record delivering embedded products through the full lifecycle.</li><li>Experience with engineering processes, agile delivery, and team capacity planning.</li><li>Excellent leadership, communication, and mentorship skills.</li></ul><br/><br/>Working Conditions<br/><br/>Employees may be called upon to participate in in-person meetings, trainings, or company functions at Knowmadics offices or other designated locations. Travel in support of business operations may also be required, and employees are expected to comply with these obligations as part of their position.<br/><br/>Should be willing to work in a variety of settings as needed. Flexible to work long hours as required.<br/><br/>Physical Requirements<br/><br/>Prolonged periods of remaining in a stationary position at a desk and working on a computer.</div>

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