Lead IoT Engineer

Innowave Tech Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Innowave Tech, a Singapore-based AI solutions provider in semiconductors, is seeking a Lead IoT Engineer to drive end-to-end IoT product development, including hardware, firmware and software integration for production environments.

You will lead a small team of 2–3 engineers, engage with clients, and collaborate with product, operations and manufacturing to deliver production-ready solutions and scalable industrial IoT platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering (EE/EEE) or equivalent.
• 3+ years in IoT, embedded systems or related product development.
• Experience leading small engineering teams and coordinating with clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end IoT development spanning hardware, firmware and software.
• Manage product lifecycle from concept and prototyping to pilot and production.
• Provide technical leadership for a 2–3 engineer team, including mentoring and code reviews.
• Engage with clients for requirements, demos and troubleshooting.
• Oversee project timelines, documentation and risk management with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Python

Node.js

AWS/Azure

Docker

Kubernetes

TCP/IP

MQTT

HTTP/REST APIs

Security protocols

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering (EE/EEE)

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS/Azure

Job description

Innowave Tech is a leading AI solution provider in the semiconductor industry, specializing in developing cutting-edge technologies for innovation and efficiency. Our focus is on leveraging computer vision and large-scale data analytics to meet the complex needs of our clients.

Experience (years) 3+

About Innowave Tech

Innowave Tech turns human expertise into intelligent systems that solve real industrial challenges. Headquartered in Singapore, we build AI platforms that help manufacturers inspect quality, understand complex processes and automate equipment operations.

Our work connects artificial intelligence, software and practical engineering with the realities of the factory floor. From detecting subtle defects to helping equipment respond to changing conditions, we turn specialist knowledge into capabilities that people can use, trust and scale.

We’re looking for people who ask thoughtful questions, care about how things work and take pride in making them better. Join us to tackle demanding problems, bring ideas into real operating environments and help shape how industry works next.

About the role

We are looking for a Lead IoT Engineer to spearhead the end-to-end development of our IoT products. This role covers hardware, firmware, and software integration, with a strong focus on product lifecycle management. You will lead a small team of engineers, work closely with clients, and collaborate across product, operations, and manufacturing teams to deliver production-ready solutions.

Key responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end development of IoT solutions, covering hardware, firmware, and software.

Manage the full product lifecycle from concept and prototyping to pilot and production.

Provide technical leadership for a team of 2–3 engineers, including mentoring, task allocation, and design/code reviews.

Engage directly with clients for requirement gathering, solution presentations, and troubleshooting.

Oversee project management activities: timelines, documentation, and risk tracking. Collaborate with product managers, operations, suppliers, and manufacturing teams.

Required skills and experience

Software: Python, Node.js (or similar) for middleware; cloud integration (AWS/Azure); containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).

Networking: TCP/IP, MQTT, HTTP/REST APIs, and security protocols.

Good to have

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering (EE/EEE), or equivalent experience.

3+ years of experience in IoT, embedded systems, or related product development.

Prior team leadership and product development experience preferred.

Background in semiconductors, industrial IoT, or automation industries preferred.