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.