Director of Software Engineering

This is a full-time Director of Software Engineering opportunity focused on leading embedded software and firmware development across a diverse portfolio of medical device, consumer product, and industrial automation robotics projects. The role is based in a hybrid or flexible environment and involves close collaboration with cross-functional engineering teams and executive leadership. Core technologies include embedded C/C , Python, Linux-based systems, RTOS environments, and a wide range of hardware integration and connectivity protocols.

This is a highly impactful leadership role for someone who enjoys being both strategic and hands-on. The most compelling aspect of this opportunity is the ability to shape engineering direction across highly regulated and cutting-edge industries, including medical devices and robotics, while still staying close to the technical work. You will partner directly with senior leadership to define technical roadmaps, lead multidisciplinary engineering teams, and serve as a technical authority across multiple client engagements. The role offers exposure to startups and Fortune 500 organizations, with strong opportunities to influence product direction, build high-performing teams, and drive innovation across complex systems.

Required Skills & Experience

• 10 years of embedded software development experience
• 5 years of experience in the medical device industry
• Strong expertise in C/C and Python programming
• Experience with Linux-based development and scripting environments
• Hands-on experience with version control, build systems, and tooling such as Git, GCC, and CMake
• Strong understanding of embedded systems including microcontrollers (ARM Cortex M series)
• Experience with firmware development for communication protocols (RS232/485, I2C, SPI, CAN, USB, Ethernet)
• Strong knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, sockets, Wireshark)
• Experience with secure embedded systems including encryption and cryptography (AES, RSA)
• Familiarity with RTOS-based systems and state machine architectures
• Experience working in regulated environments and understanding FDA requirements (IEC 62304, IEC 60601)
• Experience with hardware-in-the-loop testing and debugging embedded systems
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies
  
  

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience with wireless technologies such as BLE and Wi-Fi
• Experience integrating cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure with embedded systems
• Exposure to robotics systems or industrial automation environments
• Familiarity with PLC systems and automation software
• Experience with MQTT, JSON, and JavaScript-based tooling
• Experience with Qt framework
• Experience managing outsourced development teams or third-party engineering resources
• Strong understanding of cost reduction strategies in hardware/software systems
• 3 years of robotics experience
• Exposure to cybersecurity, HIPAA, or other regulated data environments
  
  

What You Will Be Doing

Tech Breakdown

• 50% Embedded Software & Firmware Development (C/C , Python, RTOS, Linux)
• 25% Systems Architecture & Technical Strategy
• 25% Cross-functional Engineering & Hardware Integration
  
  

Daily Responsibilities

• 40% Hands-on technical leadership and architecture
• 30% Team leadership, mentoring, and hiring
• 30% Client and stakeholder collaboration across projects
  
  

The Offer

• Bonus eligible
  
  

You Will Receive The Following Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k)
  
  

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.

Posted By: Shane Tomlinson