Manager_ Software

Centum Electronics Ltd.; Bengaluru Urban; On-site; INR 2,000,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading ESDM multinational company is seeking a Software Design Manager in Bengaluru to lead a team of software engineers. The ideal candidate has over 15 years of software development experience with 3 years in a managerial role, strong proficiency in C++, Java, and Python, and familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies. This full-time position requires excellent communication and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to drive architectural and design strategies in software development.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in software development with minimum 3 years in a leadership role.
• Strong proficiency in programming languages and operating systems.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of software engineers.
• Define and drive software architecture and design strategies.
• Oversee the software development lifecycle.

Skills

C++

Java

Python

C#

Windows

Linux

VxWorks

Agile/Scrum methodology

DevOps practices

Communication protocols (TCP/IP, UDP)

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

GCC compiler/linker

Debugging tools on Windows/Linux

Job description

Centum Electronics Ltd is a leading ESDM (Electronics System Design & Manufacturing) Indian multinational company founded in 1994 that offers mission‑critical design, development and manufacturing of customized system/subsystem solutions for high‑reliability applications for global customers in defense, aerospace, space, industrial, medical and transportation domains. Centum has around 2000 employees and operations across India, Europe and Canada. Centum has been recognized by the World Economic Forum as a global growth company and Forbes Asia featured Centum as Asia’s 200 best companies under a billion. The Strategic Electronics Business Unit designs, develops and manufactures customized, complex products for defence and space customers. Centum is a leading industry partner for India’s DRDO labs, defence PSUs, as well as the Indian Space Research Organization, having delivered mission‑critical electronics on major missile, radar, electronic warfare and satellite applications. Centum’s unique microelectronics capability enables development of lightweight, high‑reliability electronics for on‑board applications.

Software Design Manager

What You’ll Do

• Lead and mentor a team of software engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Define and drive software architecture and design strategies aligned with product and business goals.
• Oversee the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment and maintenance.
• Ensure adherence to coding standards, design principles and best practices.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including hardware, QA, product management and UX/UI design.
• Manage project timelines, resources and deliverables to ensure successful execution.
• Conduct design and code reviews to ensure quality and performance.
• Evaluate and integrate new technologies, tools and frameworks to enhance development efficiency.
• Support risk management, troubleshooting and resolution of technical issues.
• Develop the software that manages electronic devices.

Key values, beliefs, and attitudes

• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good planning and organizational skills

Who You are?

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related field.
• 15+ years of experience in software development, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Strong proficiency in programming languages such as C++, Java, Python or C#.
• Strong proficiency in operating systems such as Windows, Linux and RTOS such as VxWorks and Integrity.
• Experience with software architecture, design patterns and system integration.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and DevOps practices.
• Excellent problem‑solving, communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to trace difficult problems using a variety of tools (debugger, JTAG emulator, logic analyzer, oscilloscope).
• Knowledge of serial interfaces and peripherals (I2S, I2C, SPI, 10G/25G Ethernet).
• Knowledge of GCC compiler/linker and debugging tools on Windows/Linux platforms.
• Good knowledge of communication protocols TCP/IP, security protocols and UDP.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Design
• Software Development

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