Principal Engineer (Middleware)

Rapsodo; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Principal Engineer, Middleware, and lead the development of a cutting-edge middleware platform that powers innovative sports analytics products. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-performance, low-latency middleware solutions, optimizing for embedded and multiprocessor systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive advancements in real-time sports technology, enhancing athlete performance through data-driven insights. If you're passionate about technology and eager to make an impact in the sports industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• 10+ years in embedded software and middleware development, with 5 years in leadership.
• Experience with ARM-based processors and real-time systems.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement a scalable middleware solution for Rapsodo’s systems.
• Lead technical initiatives and mentor engineers in middleware development.

Skills

Embedded Systems

Middleware Development

C Programming

C++ Programming

Rust Programming

Real-time Linux

Problem-Solving

Analytical Skills

Education

Master’s in Computer Science

Ph.D. in Embedded Systems

Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Iceoryx

ZeroMQ

GDB

Valgrind

perf

Job description

Rapsodo is a global Sports Technology company with offices in the USA, Singapore, Turkey, and Japan. We develop cutting-edge sports analytics products that are data-driven, portable, and easy to use, empowering athletes at all levels to analyze and improve their performance. From Major League Baseball pitchers to professional Golf tour players, athletes around the world rely on Rapsodo technology to refine their game.

We are an innovative, high-growth company seeking a Principal Engineer, Middleware to develop a world-class middleware platform that powers multiple Rapsodo products across different processors, applications, and platforms.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop High-Performance Middleware – Architect and implement a scalable, multi-platform middleware solution that enables seamless integration across Rapsodo’s embedded and cloud-based systems.
• Optimize for Embedded & Multiprocessor Systems – Design high-performance, low-latency middleware for ARM-based processors, real-time Linux environments, and IoT devices.
• Enhance System Communication – Leverage shared memory architectures, inter-process communication (IPC), and real-time data exchange to ensure efficient software-hardware integration.
• Establish Robust CI/CD for Embedded Development – Implement automated testing, deployment pipelines, and best coding practices to maintain a reliable middleware framework.
• Lead & Collaborate – Provide technical leadership, mentor engineers, and work closely with hardware, embedded software, and cloud teams to drive innovation.

• Education – Master’s or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Embedded Systems, or Electrical Engineering.
• Experience – 10+ years in embedded software, middleware development, or distributed systems, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.

Technical Expertise:

• Embedded & Multiprocessor Systems – Experience with ARM-based processors, multi-threading, and real-time Linux environments.
• Middleware & IPC – Deep knowledge of shared memory communication, Iceoryx, ZeroMQ, or other high-performance IPC frameworks.
• Linux & System Optimization – Strong understanding of kernel tuning, device drivers, system profiling, and real-time constraints.
• Programming & Development Practices – Proficiency in C, C++, Rust, and scripting for embedded software development, automated testing, and CI/CD.
• Performance & Debugging – Expertise in low-latency, high-throughput computing, profiling tools (GDB, Valgrind, perf), and debugging complex systems.
• Problem-Solving & Leadership – Strong analytical, debugging, and architectural skills, with a proven ability to design scalable, high-performance embedded software.

Why Join Us?

• At Rapsodo, you will build and lead the development of a unified middleware platform that powers next-generation sports technology. Join us in driving real-time, AI-driven sports analytics that redefine athletic performance.
• Apply now to be a key innovator at Rapsodo!