Team Lead Embedded Linux (m/f/d)

Computer Futures; Wien; Hybrid; EUR 90.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Relocation support

Immigration assistance

Hybrid work model

Zusammenfassung

Computer Futures is seeking a Team Lead Embedded Linux in Vienna to guide a growing software team while staying hands-on with embedded Linux development. You will balance leadership with technical work and drive architecture decisions across Linux-based product development.

You should bring several years in embedded software or Linux-based development, strong English, and a practical understanding of Yocto. Relocation assistance and AI-driven tooling adoption are part of the role.

Qualifikationen

• Several years of professional experience in embedded software development or Linux-based product development.
• Strong technical understanding of Embedded Linux and related development environments.
• Practical experience and knowledge of Yocto is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of Linux kernel, driver development, debugging, or system-level troubleshooting is a strong advantage.
• Familiarity with C or Embedded C and hardware-near software development.
• Experience leading software engineers, ideally with disciplinary responsibility.
• Genuine interest in coaching, performance development, team building, and organizational responsibility.
• Ability to quickly understand unfamiliar technologies and guide specialists across different technical domains.
• Practical experience with AI-assisted development tools, or a strong motivation to establish their effective use within an engineering team.
• Strong communication, stakeholder-management, presentation, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent English skills; German is a significant advantage.
• A relevant university degree or comparable technical qualification.

Aufgaben

• Lead, coach, and develop a growing team of approximately 12 software engineers.
• Create an environment built on trust, accountability, open communication, and continuous learning.
• Combine people leadership with hands-on technical contribution, with an expected split of approximately 50% leadership and 50% technical work.
• Provide technical direction across Embedded Linux, Linux-based product development, and adjacent embedded software topics.
• Support engineers with architecture decisions, technical reviews, troubleshooting, and complex problem-solving.
• Oversee software development activities, priorities, resource allocation, and delivery planning.
• Improve development processes, engineering quality, and collaboration across teams.
• Guide the practical and responsible adoption of AI-assisted software development tools.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders, customers, testing teams, and other engineering functions.
• Build team capabilities in line with future product and technology requirements.
• Contribute to safety-conscious development practices for reliable embedded systems.

Jobbeschreibung

Join an established technology company in Vienna developing reliable embedded systems for demanding, real-world applications. As Team Lead Embedded Linux (m/f/d), you will guide a growing software engineering team while remaining close enough to the technology to make informed decisions, coach experienced developers, and help solve complex engineering challenges.

This is not a pure people-management position. It is an opportunity for a technically credible leader who enjoys developing people, improving engineering practices, and turning innovation into dependable products.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a growing team of approximately 12 software engineers
• Create an environment built on trust, accountability, open communication, and continuous learning
• Combine people leadership with hands-on technical contribution, with an expected split of approximately 50% leadership and 50% technical work
• Provide technical direction across Embedded Linux, Linux-based product development, and adjacent embedded software topics
• Support engineers with architecture decisions, technical reviews, troubleshooting, and complex problem-solving
• Oversee software development activities, priorities, resource allocation, and delivery planning
• Improve development processes, engineering quality, and collaboration across teams
• Guide the practical and responsible adoption of AI-assisted software development tools
• Work closely with internal stakeholders, customers, testing teams, and other engineering functions
• Build team capabilities in line with future product and technology requirements
• Contribute to safety-conscious development practices for reliable embedded systems

Your Profile

• Several years of professional experience in embedded software development or Linux-based product development
• Strong technical understanding of Embedded Linux and related development environments
• Practical experience and knowledge of Yocto is highly desirable
• Knowledge of Linux kernel, driver development, debugging, or system-level troubleshooting is a strong advantage
• Familiarity with C or Embedded C and hardware-near software development
• Experience leading software engineers, ideally with disciplinary responsibility
• Alternatively, substantial experience as a Technical Lead, Lead Developer, or Engineering Lead with strong lateral leadership skills
• Genuine interest in coaching, performance development, team building, and organizational responsibility
• Ability to quickly understand unfamiliar technologies and guide specialists across different technical domains
• Practical experience with AI-assisted development tools, or a strong motivation to establish their effective use within an engineering team
• Strong communication, stakeholder-management, presentation, and decision-making skills
• Excellent English skills; German is a significant advantage
• A relevant university degree or comparable technical qualification

What You Can Expect

• A high-impact leadership role with genuine influence over people, technology, and engineering practices
• A growing team of experienced software professionals
• A meaningful balance between leadership responsibilities and technical involvement
• Products that operate in visible, real-world environments where reliability and performance matter
• Modern development practices and an active commitment to AI-supported engineering
• Flat hierarchies, direct communication, and a hands-on culture
• Hybrid working with at least 50% on-site presence in Vienna
• Flexible working models, home-office options, and additional benefits
• Limited travel, typically around two to four business trips per year
• Relocation and immigration support for eligible international candidates
• An inclusive workplace that welcomes applications regardless of gender, age, ethnic or social background, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or identity

Compensation

The salary range for this position is €90,000 to €110,000 gross per year, depending on qualifications, leadership experience, and technical expertise. The final compensation package may include a variable component and will be discussed transparently during the recruitment process.