R&D Manager Embedded Software

imec the Netherlands; Eindhoven; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Imec The Netherlands is seeking an experienced R&D Manager Embedded Software to lead two embedded software teams across Eindhoven and Wageningen. You will combine people leadership with technical vision to turn research into impactful solutions for healthcare, connectivity and daily life.

You will drive staffing, capability development and cross-functional collaboration with researchers and business stakeholders, shaping the competence roadmap and ensuring delivery excellence in a dynamic R&D

Qualifications

• MSc in Embedded Systems, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
• 10+ years of experience in embedded software development with a track record in leading engineering teams.
• Strong background in modern embedded software systems, architectures, tools and processes.
• Fluent in English; Dutch is a plus; ability to coach and grow international teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and develop embedded software engineers and technical leaders across two sites (Eindhoven and Wageningen).
• Drive staffing, recruitment and capability development to build diverse, future-ready teams.
• Guide project execution, resource planning and engineering excellence across multiple R&D programs.
• Shape the embedded software competence roadmap aligned with future technologies and market opportunities.
• Collaborate with researchers, project leaders and business stakeholders to translate innovation into real-world impact.

Skills

Embedded software development

People management

Engineering leadership

Stakeholder management

English communication

Education

MSc in Embedded Systems, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or a related technical field

Tools

Embedded Linux

Real-time systems

IoT connectivity

Edge AI

Job description

Empower engineers. Drive innovation. Create real-world impact.

What you will do

As R&D Manager Embedded Software, you will lead and develop two embedded software teams in Eindhoven and Wageningen. You combine people leadership, technical vision and operational excellence to help bring breakthrough technologies from research into solutions that improve healthcare, connectivity and everyday life.

You will:

• Lead, coach and develop talented embedded software engineers and technical leaders, enabling them to do their best work and grow their careers.
• Drive staffing, recruitment and capability development to build diverse, future-ready teams.
• Guide project execution, resource planning and engineering excellence across multiple R&D programs.
• Shape the embedded software competence roadmap, aligned with future technologies and market opportunities.
• Build strong, inclusive collaboration with researchers, project leaders and business stakeholders to translate innovation into real-world impact.

What we do for you

We offer a challenging and international environment at the forefront of technology, within a network of renowned industrial customers. This is your opportunity to bring new technologies to market and create impact on tomorrow’s society.

Imec The Netherlands offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including a 100% employer-paid pension plan, flexible working hours and a wide range of training opportunities. We support flexible ways of working and believe great leadership can be combined with personal and family commitments.

By joining our R&D team in the Netherlands, you will work with disruptive innovators and thinkers. Together with your teams, you will develop embedded software for intelligent systems, mostly based on imec technology, like novel sensor and future communication technologies, Edge AI chips, photonics and medical technology

Who you are

• MSc in Embedded Systems, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
• Strong experience (10+ years) in embedded software development and a proven track record of leading and developing engineering teams (+/- 3 years people management).
• Strong technical background in modern embedded software systems, architectures, tools and development processes.
• Passionate about building, coaching and growing engineering teams in an international high-tech environment.
• You build trust, create alignment and help teams succeed through coaching, collaboration and clear direction.
• Able to balance long-term technology vision with day-to-day delivery, decision-making and execution.
• Comfortable operating in a dynamic R&D environment while maintaining engineering quality, structure and rigor.
• Experience with embedded Linux, real-time systems, connectivity, IoT, Edge AI or similar software-intensive environments is highly valued.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to connect technology, people and business goals.
• Fluent in English; Dutch is a plus.
• Willing to work across both the Eindhoven and Wageningen locations and occasionally visit Leuven.

At imec, we believe diverse teams create stronger innovations. We welcome applicants with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives, and encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every requirement listed above.

Note: A ½ day assessment center will be part of the selection process.