Embedded Software Functional Group Leader

Sensata Technologies; Newtownabbey; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in sensor solutions is seeking an experienced Embedded Software Functional Group Leader at their Newtownabbey site. This pivotal role involves guiding the development and execution of Embedded Software for automotive ECUs, especially focusing on TPMS and EVCC. Responsibilities include leading software design and development while ensuring technical compliance and team development. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and strong leadership, communication, and organization skills. A competitive salary and benefits package is offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Development and training opportunities

Qualifications

• A university degree required (i.e. Bachelors degree) or equivalent relevant work experience.
• Ability to lead, coach, and develop team members.
• Strong communication skills; oral, written and presentation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs.

Responsibilities

• Handles the software systems development function, including the design and debugging of software programs.
• Supervises the development of software and tools used for design and platforms.
• Supervises hardware compatibility and/or design.

Skills

Leadership and coaching

Communication skills

Organization skills

Interpersonal skills

Agile development

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

JIRA

Gitlab

Job description

Sensata Technologies is a global leader in sensor and control solutions, delivering mission-critical products to the automotive industry. As part of our continued growth in embedded systems and electric mobility, we are expanding our engineering leadership team in Northern Ireland. This role will be based at our Newtownabbey site and will have dotted-line responsibilities to our Pune, India location. We are seeking an experienced and proactive Embedded Software Functional Group Leader to guide the development and execution of Embedded Software for automotive ECUs, with a focus on Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) and Electric Vehicle Charging Controllers (EVCC). Reporting to the Engineering Operations & Process Manager, this role is pivotal in ensuring technical capability, process compliance, tool strategy, and professional development across global engineering teams.

If you are a Senior Engineer, Technical Leader, or Engineering Manager looking to take the next step in your career, this could be the opportunity for you.

General Responsibilities

• Handles the software systems development function, including the design, development, troubleshooting, and debugging of software programs for software enhancements and new products including cloud-based or internet-related tools
• Supervises the development of software and software tools used for design, infrastructure, and platforms, including operating systems, compilers, routers, networks, utilities, and databases
• Supervises the hardware compatibility and/or hardware design

Experience / Qualifications

• A university degree required (i.e. Bachelors degree) or equivalent relevant work experience.
• Ability to lead, coach, and develop team members
• Holds self and others accountable to achieving goals and standards
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment to handle multiple competing tasks and demands
• Strong communication skills; oral, written and presentation
• Strong organization, planning and time management skills to achieve results
• Strong personal and professional ethical values and integrity
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
• Strong interpersonal & collaboration skills to work effectively with all levels of the organization including suppliers and/or external customers

Desirable Qualities

• Experience with global team coordination and dotted-line leadership
• Familiarity with onboarding and professional development frameworks
• Development of Systems or Software solutions for Electric Vehicle platforms
• Knowledge of secure boot, HSM, and secure diagnostics
• Knowledge of AUTOSAR configuration tools
• Knowledge of ISO26262 Road Vehicles - Functional Safety and/or ISO21434 Road Vehicle – Cybersecurity or similar.
• Exposure to OEM projects and supplier collaboration
• Experience with AI tools in software development and testing
• Agile development methodology experience
• Experience with JIRA, Jama, Gitlab, Confluence, Stages

Company Culture

We foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Our teams are empowered to challenge the status quo, explore new technologies, and contribute to shaping the future of mobility. We value transparency, accountability, and mutual respect, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every engineer can thrive and grow.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Sensata Technologies is committed to the provision of training, development, and promotion opportunities.

Please note that all successful candidates must undergo a medical examination which includes a drugs test.

Smarter Together

• Collaborating at Sensata means working with some of the world’s most talented people in an enriching environment that is constantly pushing towards the next best thing

• Employees work across functions, countries and cultures gaining new perspectives through mutual respect and open communication

• As OneSensata, we are working together to make things work together

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