Lead Embedded Software Engineer

Nickerson Talent Solutions; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Nickerson Talent Solutions is seeking an Embedded Software Technical Lead in Grand Rapids, MI. The role combines hands-on embedded development with technical leadership to deliver aerospace software.

You will lead daily software activities, shape solutions, and manage scope, cost, schedule, risks, and deliverables across the lifecycle. Collaboration with customers and engineering leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• At least 4 years of embedded software development experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily software activities and contribute to embedded software solutions.
• Manage technical scope, cost, schedule, risks, and deliverables across the lifecycle.
• Act as Control Account Manager for assigned project elements and collaborate with customers and engineering leadership.

Skills

Technical leadership

Project management

Team leadership (global/virtual)

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/science or related field

Job description

Hiring: Embedded Software Technical Lead | Grand Rapids, MI

I’m looking for an embedded software professional who enjoys hands-on development and leading a team to deliver aerospace software.

In this role, you’ll lead daily software activities, contribute to embedded software solutions, and manage technical scope, cost, schedule, risks, and deliverables throughout the software development lifecycle. You’ll also serve as Control Account Manager for assigned project elements and collaborate closely with customers and engineering leadership.

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field
• At least 4 years of embedded software development experience

Preferred:

• At least 5 years of experience with DO-178B/C development and certification across the full software lifecycle
• Experience with DO-178B/C DAL B
• Strong technical leadership and project management skills
• Experience leading global or virtual teams