Senior Embedded Software Lead, Control Systems

General Atomics; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 128,000 - 229,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics in San Diego seeks a software lead to guide a team developing embedded control software. You will set requirements, design approaches, and supervise development, testing, and integration with hardware.

The role emphasizes leadership, complex problem solving, and collaboration with engineers and customers. Travel and extended hours may be required. A strong background in engineering and software leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in engineering or related field.
• Ability to organize, plan, and lead software projects.
• Strong understanding of software engineering principles and coding languages.
• Ability to interface with clients and cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to travel and work extended hours.

Responsibilities

• Leads a software team to ensure timely completion of development activities.
• Determines project software requirements and implementation plans for embedded control systems.
• Performs difficult engineering work with minimal guidance.
• Conducts functional testing of embedded software and control systems.
• Documents findings and presents results to project leadership.

Skills

Team leadership

Software engineering

Coding languages

Communication

Education

Bachelors degree

Masters degree

PhD

Tools

GUI design tools

EO/IR signal processing tools

Signal processing tools

Job description

General Atomics in San Diego seeks a software lead to guide a team developing embedded control software. You will set requirements, design approaches, and supervise development, testing, and integration with hardware.

The role emphasizes leadership, complex problem solving, and collaboration with engineers and customers. Travel and extended hours may be required. A strong background in engineering and software leadership is essential.