Embedded Tech Lead

As an Embedded Tech Lead at Powertalent, your key responsibilities include overseeing the Software Development Life Cycle, providing technical leadership, driving agile activities, and developing advanced Satcom systems for aircraft. You'll motivate a team of embedded software engineers and ensure effective collaboration across departments.

To qualify for the Embedded Tech Lead position at Powertalent, you need a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. Additionally, 10+ years of experience in embedded software development and technical leadership are essential.

For the Embedded Tech Lead role at Powertalent, essential experience includes at least a decade of embedded software development, skills in leading teams, and a proven track record in project coordination. Proficiency in C and C++ is also critical for this position.

Embedded Tech Leads at Powertalent enjoy a competitive salary based on experience, along with benefits such as a food subsidy, health insurance for themselves and their families, and 26 vacation days. The role also offers a hybrid work model for better work-life balance.

Powertalent fosters a collaborative and innovative environment for Embedded Tech Leads. Emphasis is placed on best practices in software development and a proactive work approach, ensuring team members can thrive and contribute positively to exciting projects like aircraft engineering.

When leading a team of embedded software engineers, it's essential to foster open communication, set clear expectations, and encourage collaboration. Show that you value team input and ensure each member feels empowered to contribute to the project.

Discuss your familiarity with various phases of the Software Development Life Cycle, emphasizing your specific experiences in requirements gathering, design, implementation, testing, and maintenance, particularly in an agile environment.

Highlight specific challenges, such as compatibility issues or time constraints, and detail the strategies you implemented to address them, including collaboration with other teams and adopting agile methodologies.

Emphasize your understanding of regulatory frameworks relevant to embedded software in aerospace, and discuss how you integrate compliance checks into the development process through thorough documentation and quality assurance practices.

Describe previous projects where you've developed Satcom systems, outlining your role, the technologies used, and the impact these systems had on the overall project success in an aviation context.

To motivate a team, I believe in open dialogue and recognizing achievements, big and small. Encouraging team bonding and celebrating milestones creates a supportive atmosphere that drives engagement even during challenging times.

When faced with technical disagreements, I promote a structured discussion where each team member shares their perspective. This approach helps to reach a consensus while valuing diverse opinions, ultimately leading to informed decisions.

Best practices in embedded software development include thorough code reviews, regular testing, and adhering to design principles like modularity and reusability. I also advocate for continuous learning and staying updated on industry standards.

Effective integration involves a clear understanding of both hardware and software requirements. I engage in cross-disciplinary collaboration, ensuring that all components are aligned and tested thoroughly to meet functional and safety standards.

Communication is vital—it ensures that everyone is on the same page and that projects progress smoothly. Regular updates, feedback loops, and team engagement help to build trust and keep the momentum going on successful projects.