Lead C++ Software Architect

Astrome; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 3,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

ESOPs

Gratuity

PF

Health Insurance

Job summary

Astrome in Bengaluru is hiring a Lead Software Engineer to oversee software projects and lead development teams. You will develop system software, ensure coding standards, and create a feature development roadmap. The ideal candidate has 13+ years of experience, strong C++ skills, and expertise in embedded systems. We offer significant career growth, ESOPs, and health insurance. Join us in revolutionizing telecommunications in underserved areas.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge and experience in C++ programming.
• Overall 13+ years of experience with at least 3 years leading a team.
• Hands-on experience in embedded systems and communication protocols.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

C++ programming

Debugging real-time embedded systems

Hands-on experience in device drivers

Hands-on experience in I2C, SPI, UART

Python

Automated testing

Object-Oriented Programming skills

Problem-solving skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field

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

Requirements

• 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 of experience 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

Benefits

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