Jobs · Engineering · Massachusetts

Engineer, Lead Software – Embedded System Architecture -ANI

Wabtec Corporation · Waltham, MA · 4 wk ago
On-siteEngineering$116k–$163k/yrFull-time

Job Description

Software Architecture & System Design

  • Own end-to-end software architecture for embedded Qt-based applications.
  • Develop and maintain system designs, APIs, interface specifications, and design documentation.
  • Establish scalable, modular frameworks for complex embedded systems.
  • Drive adoption of modern design patterns, testability, maintainability, and performance optimization.

Technical Leadership & Team Direction

  • Lead a cross-functional team of software engineers, providing mentorship, technical guidance, code reviews, and architectural oversight.
  • Define technical strategy, evaluate design trade-offs, and ensure alignment with long-term product goals.
  • Promote high-quality standards, systematic problem solving, and continuous improvement.

System Integration & Embedded Linux Architecture

  • Lead integration of software and hardware components into embedded Linux (Yocto, Buildroot, or custom Linux).
  • Architect and integrate with hardware abstraction layers, backend engines, and system services.
  • Ensure system robustness, resource efficiency, and smooth inter-component communication.
  • Establish and enforce testing strategies (unit, integration, UI, and automated validation).
  • Support CI/CD pipelines, build automation, and OTA update systems.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
  • 10 years professional experience
  • Extensive experience (7+ years) in C++, Qt/QML, and full-stack embedded application development.
  • Strong background in embedded Linux development.
  • Proven experience leading engineering teams or acting as a senior technical lead.
  • Demonstrated ability to produce elegant, maintainable software architectures and design artifacts.

Soft Skills

  • Strong leadership and communication skills.
  • Ability to mentor, influence, and elevate team performance.
  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
  • Comfortable leading initiatives in fast-paced, agile environments.

Qualifications

  • Additional Information
  • Our job titles may span more than one career level.
  • The salary rate for this role is currently $116,385 - $162,939.
  • The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location.
  • The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.
  • More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com.
  • Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.

Pay Range

$116,385 - $162,939 base salary depending on experience plus 12.5% annual bonus target.

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