Software Lead (Embedded SDK / Firmware)

About the Role

We are seeking a Software Lead to lead the firmware and software development team. This role combines technical leadership and hands-on development responsibility for SDK, firmware, and embedded software supporting SparkGrid optical communication products.

Key Responsibilities:

· Lead and mentor software engineers in the design, development, and maintenance of SDK and firmware for chips and devices.

· Drive software architecture, technical roadmap, and development best practices.

· Participate in system development, maintenance, feature enhancements, and software upgrades.

· Develop and review software features based on product and customer requirements.

· Ensure software performance, quality, reliability, scalability, and security requirements are met.

· Perform hands-on software design, coding, debugging, integration, and problem resolution for critical modules.

· Collaborate with hardware, ASIC, RTL, validation, application engineering, and system teams during product development and bring-up.

· Develop software utilities, APIs, diagnostic tools, and supporting applications.

· Conduct code reviews and establish coding standards and development processes.

· Own project planning, task allocation, technical risk management, and delivery schedules.

· Prepare and review technical documentation, design specifications, and development reports.

Requirements:
· Bachelor's degree or above in Electronics Engineering, Communication Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related disciplines.

· Minimum 5 years of experience in embedded C/C++ development.

· At least 1–2 years of technical leadership or mentoring experience.

· Strong foundation in software engineering principles and embedded system development.