Lead C++ Software Architect

Astrome Technologies; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

ESOPs

Gratuity

PF

Health Insurance

Job summary

A cutting-edge telecommunication startup in Bengaluru is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to oversee software development projects and manage teams. The ideal candidate should have over 13 years of experience, strong knowledge of C++ programming, and expertise in embedded systems. Responsibilities include leading teams, reviewing code, and contributing to software development. The company offers attractive benefits including career growth opportunities, ESOPs, gratuity, PF, and health insurance.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge and experience in C++ programming, not just C.
• Overall 13+ years of experience, at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Experience in managing software development teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers to develop system software for products.
• Review code to ensure compliance with coding standards.
• Create a roadmap for feature development.

Skills

C++ programming

Debugging real-time embedded systems

Team leadership

Device drivers

Python

Automated testing

Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Linux

FreeRTOS

Job description

Company Description

Astrome is a deeptech startup that is revolutionizing 5G and rural telecommunication deployment through its patented millimeter wave E-band radios and satellite communication products. Our solutions offer cost-efficient, low-latency, and high-capacity connectivity to remote and underserved areas. We are headquartered in Bengaluru and are committed to enabling equitable access to communication networks across the globe.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Lead Software Engineer. The Lead Software Engineer will be responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of software projects, managing software development teams, and leading the design and architecture of software systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers to develop system software required for our products
• Review code of the team to ensure that coding standards are complied with
• Create a roadmap for feature development to meet customer needs
• Contribute hands‑on with your team in the development of the software stack
• Design, develop, test, debug, update, and maintain code

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge and experience in C++ programming (not just C)
• Experience in abstraction and algorithmic thinking
• Ninja of debugging real‑time embedded systems and logical reasoning
• Design, develop, and implement program and process improvements
• Overall 13+ years of experience, of which at least 3 years are in leading a team
• Hands‑on experience in device drivers and board bring‑up in Linux and FreeRTOS
• Hands‑on experience in I2C, SPI, UART, and other serial communication protocols
• Experience with Linux kernel and hardware accelerator based datapath (in SoCs) for packet processing is a plus
• Experience in memory‑mapped devices in Linux and RTOS environments
• Experience in wireless firmware (example PHY/MAC layer drivers for WiFi) for Linux
• Hands‑on experience in Python
• Experience in automated testing
• Computer Science and Software Development skills
• Programming and Object‑Oriented Programming (OOP) skills
• Experience in managing software development teams
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication and team‑player skills
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field
• Experience working in deeptech, telecommunications, or related fields is a plus

We offer great career growth, ESOPs, Gratuity, PF and Health Insurance.