Senior Lead Engineer, Software (Advanced Technology Solutions)

Celestica Inc.; George Town; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Celestica is hiring a Senior Lead Engineer, Software (Advanced Technology Solutions) in Penang. You will oversee architecture, development and integration of complex embedded software for regulated markets.

You will lead cross-functional teams, ensure compliant processes, and drive high-quality, secure solutions across hardware and cloud interfaces. International travel applicable.

Qualifications

• Masters or MSc/BE in a relevant engineering field with strong embedded software background.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary software/hardware projects in regulated markets.
• Proven ability to design, verify and deliver safe, secure embedded solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture, design and implementation of embedded software across multiple markets.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, suppliers and customers to deliver world-class products.
• Enforce MISRA C/C++ and SDLC practices; drive automated testing and code quality.

Skills

C/C++

RTOS

Linux driver development

Software architecture

Embedded systems

SDLC

MISRA C/C++

Security engineering

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Master's or Bachelor's Degree in Computer/Electronics Engineering or Embedded Software

Job description

Senior Lead Engineer, Software (Advanced Technology Solutions)

Date: Jul 1, 2026

Location: Penang, 07, MY

General Overview

Functional Area: Engineering

Career Stream: Design - Software Engineering

SAP Short Name: SLE-ENG-DSE

Job Level: Level 09

IC/MGR: Individual Contributor

Direct/Indirect Indicator: Indirect

Summary

In this role, the Senior Lead Software Engineer will play a pivotal role with cross‑functional engineering teams, project leadership and customers to ensure solutions meet the highest industry standards.

Our organization is built on a culture that prioritizes continuous learning and people development. The Senior Lead Software Engineer will have the opportunity to grow within this environment, leveraging an extensive global network of expertise.

Job Responsibilities

Product Design and Development

• Leads the architecture, design and implementation of technical solutions in multiple market segments that meet customer and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and customers to develop world‑class products in highly regulated markets.
• Familiar with SW development processes & workflows to realize products on a product/system level.
• With the relevant technical competencies, lead and execute product realization from conceptual stages all the way through the manufacturing transition.
• Able to support the development of technical proposals for customers, providing technical solutions to realize concepts and estimating associated labor and material costs required.
• Recognized subject matter expert for one or more technical areas.

Continuous Learning and Innovation

• Always staying abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, regulations and best practices to contribute to the advancement of design best practices, procedures, quality, efficiency or the acquisition of new capabilities within the organization.
• Passionate about solving complex issues and innovating under tight project requirements.

Design for Quality Assurance

• Proficient in enforcing strict software quality standards (e.g., MISRA C/C++) and utilizing static/dynamic analysis tools to eliminate vulnerabilities early in the lifecycle.
• Strong champion of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) best practices, including automated unit, integration, and system‑level testing to ensure software robustness.

Technical Leadership

• Demonstrate “People & Team Leadership Behaviors” as per Celestica Leadership Imperatives. (Value Customers, Grow Talent, Drive Decisions, Build Partnerships, Develop Strategies).

Project Management (technical leadership context)

• Ability to manage/lead complex engineering projects in‑discipline and also on a cross‑functional level. Demonstrate solid understanding of the technical, financial and people aspects of the project.
• Able to create a project/change management plan and ensure the project is delivered within the assigned time and budget. Ability to recognize project barriers and develop mitigation plans.

Right‑the‑First Time Lean and Quality mindset.

The following competencies are fundamental for this role: Coaching/Mentoring; Communication/Negotiation/Presentation; Creative Problem Solving (8D/Corrective Actions), Customer/Stakeholder Management, and Agile methodologies.

Core Technical Expertise

• Full‑stack embedded systems architecture and development across multiple disciplines (Hardware, Cloud, and Mobile).
• Mastery in at least one or more programming languages, e.g. C, C++, or Rust.
• Deep knowledge in OS development such as RTOS and Linux Device Drivers development.
• Experience in software security processes like OS hardening and encryption.
• Foundational electronics knowledge for circuit design and basic schematic reviews.
• Proven experience driving software compliance and documentation in accordance with IEC 62304 (Medical) and/or DO‑178C (Aerospace) is an added advantage.

Cyber Security

• Secure Architecture & Design: Implementation of secure boot, hardware‑based roots of trust, and firmware resiliency principles (e.g., NIST SP800‑193, IEC 62443‑4‑1, IEC 62443‑4‑2) for robust embedded systems.
• Risk Management: Experience in conducting threat modeling, vulnerability assessments, and implementing mitigation strategies for industrial control systems (ICS) and IoT environments.

Process and Methodologies

• Proficiency in Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) best practices, including unit and integration testing.
• Expertise in requirements analysis and translation into technical specifications for software/hardware integration.

Leadership and Professional Skills

• Advanced problem‑solving and critical thinking for cross‑domain hardware and software troubleshooting.
• Strong technical leadership and customer‑facing communication skills for global project coordination.

Master or Bachelor’s Degree in Computer, Electronics Engineering, Embedded Software or similar field.

Minimum 5‑10 years of direct working experience in product design within a multi‑disciplinary environment, having completed multiple product development cycles.

PHD applicants with fewer years of industry experience will be considered.

Fluent in both written and spoken English, ability to work with an international team.

Strong team work attitude, collaboration and communication skills.

Business travel possible (including overseas travel).

Self‑motivated with the capability to drive development efforts to completion.

Passion for building a strong innovative team to produce a reliable embedded system that solves real‑world problems.

Company Overview

Celestica (NYSE, TSX: CLS) enables the world’s best brands. Through our recognized customer‑centric approach, we partner with leading companies in Aerospace and Defense, Communications, Enterprise, HealthTech, Industrial, Capital Equipment and Power Infrastructure to deliver solutions for their most complex challenges. As a leader in design, manufacturing, hardware platform and supply chain solutions, Celestica brings global expertise and insight at every stage of product development – from drawing board to full‑scale production and after‑market services for products from advanced medical devices, to highly engineered aviation systems, to next‑generation hardware platform solutions for cloud.

Celestica is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on any protected status (including race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran or disability status or other characteristics protected by law).

At Celestica we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. Special arrangements can be made for candidates who need it throughout the hiring process. Please indicate your needs and we will work with you to meet them.

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