Director of Software Engineering

Block Engineering; Southborough (MA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Block Engineering is seeking a Director of Software Engineering to lead our software development efforts in embedded systems. We are looking for a hands-on manager who can contribute to coding while guiding design and architecture, as well as managing other contributors.

All development involves embedded C/C++ and Python on Linux-based ARM and embedded devices. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years leading a software team and a BS in CS/Engineering or EE.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years as lead contributor or manager of a software team.
• Experience with embedded Linux and real-time software environments.
• Experience using AI tools to enhance coding processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead hands-on development of embedded C/C++ software.
• Design and architect software for Linux-based, ARM-focused hardware.
• Oversee code infrastructure and project delivery (GitHub, Jira).
• Mentor engineers and coordinate with cross-functional teams.
• Ensure on-time delivery and maintain documentation and tests.

Skills

C

C++

Python

Embedded Linux

GitHub Actions

Docker

Team leadership

Communication

Education

BS in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

GitHub Copilot

Cursor

Codex

Claude Code

Job description

Block Engineering is an award-winning developer of quantum cascade lasers and chemical detection systems used in research, industrial, semiconductor, life sciences, and safety/security applications. The company is located in Southborough, Massachusetts (greater Boston metro area).

Block Engineering is seeking a Director of Software Engineering to lead our software development efforts. We are seeking a hands-on manager who can individually contribute to software coding/development while also leading the design and architecture of our code, as well as the management of other contributors.

All software development will involve embedded C/C++ and Python. Our target environments are Linux, ARM-based systems and other embedded devices.

The position is hybrid, with four days/week on-site at the Block Engineering HQ in Southborough, MA.

Responsibilities will include:

• Coding/Development: Hands-on development of software applications using C and C++ in an embedded environment.
• Lead the company’s integration of AI development tools such as Cursor, Codex, Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, etc.
• Manage code infrastructure and documentation on services such as GitHub and Jira.
• Ensure on-time delivery of projects including design documents, reference materials and tests.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team to design, build, and test new solutions to meet customer requirements. Manage coding efforts of all contributors.
• Ensure consistency of your code and input from those teams you integrate with. Design, write, debug, document, test and release software used for hardware control, algorithms, communication, etc.

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

• Proficiency in C, C++, and Python, including experience in embedded Linux environments.
• BS degree or higher in Computer Science/Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
• At least five years of experience as a lead contributor or manager of a development team.
• Experience using AI tools such as Cursor, Codex, Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, etc.
• Capacity to develop build and delivery infrastructure (GitHub Actions, Docker, etc.)
• Any of the following would also be beneficial: experience with FPGA programming (VHDL/Verilog), algorithm optimization, and/or analytical instruments.
• Ability to work successfully with people at all levels of the organization and within all functional areas. Excellent listening, written and verbal communication skills.

Address: 132 Turnpike Road
Southborough, MA 01772