Senior Engineering Manager, System Software

HP IQ; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 179,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending account

Generous paid time off policies

Job summary

A leading technology lab in San Francisco is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer who will lead and mentor an embedded software team, drive hardware/software integration, and communicate technical vision effectively. The ideal candidate possesses over 10 years of experience in system software engineering, deep expertise in C and C++, and has a proven track record in fast-paced environments. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in system software engineering.
• 5+ years leading engineering teams in fast-paced environments.
• Proficiency in embedded C and modern C++.
• Experience with development on Windows, Android, or Linux.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a high-performing embedded software team.
• Communicate technical vision to stakeholders.
• Own system-level strategy across multiple products.
• Drive execution of software development in C and C++.

Skills

System software engineering

Embedded software development

Leadership

C and C++ programming

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Windows

Android

Linux

Perfmon

Perfetto

Job description

Overview

HP IQ is HP’s new AI innovation lab. Combining startup agility with HP’s global scale, we’re building intelligent technologies that redefine how the world works, creates, and collaborates. We’re assembling a diverse, world-class team—engineers, designers, researchers, and product minds—focused on creating an intelligent ecosystem across HP’s portfolio. Together, we’re developing intuitive, adaptive solutions that spark creativity, boost productivity, and make collaboration seamless. We create breakthrough solutions that make complex tasks feel effortless, teamwork more natural, and ideas more impactful—always with a human-centric mindset. By embedding AI advancements into every HP product and service, we’re expanding what’s possible for individuals, organisations, and the future of work. Join us as we reinvent work, so people everywhere can do their best work.

About The Role

HP IQ’s System Software team enables on-device experiences to take full advantage of our hardware capabilities. Our team collaborates with internal and external partners to develop unique solutions using cutting edge hardware, sensors, algorithms, and interaction models. If you enjoy solving complex, interdisciplinary problems with a world-class team, we\u2019d love to hear from you!

What You Might Do

• Lead, grow and mentor a high-performing embedded software team in a startup environment
• Serve as a technical leader and escalation point for complex hardware/software integration issues
• Communicate technical vision, risks, and progress clearly to cross-functional and executive stakeholders
• Own system-level strategy, architecture, and technical direction across multiple products
• Drive execution of low-level driver and framework software development in C and C++ across multiple devices and operating systems
• Oversee integration between hardware and software, ensuring alignment across cross-functional teams
• Guide performance, power, and thermal optimization efforts
• Balance hands-on technical involvement with team leadership, including design reviews, mentorship, and delivery accountability
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to define roadmaps, priorities, and deliverables

Essential Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in system software engineering and / or embedded platform software development
• 5+ years leading engineering teams, including mentoring, hiring, team growth, and navigating ambiguity in fast-paced environments
• Deep expertise in system design and architecture
• Proficiency in embedded C and modern C++
• Experience with development on Windows, Android, or Linux
• Experience developing stable APIs that ensure backward compatibility, scalability, and maintainability across system software platforms
• Proven experience leading teams in fast-paced environments
• Experience driving cross-functional programs from concept to delivery

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with optimization tools such as Perfmon and Perfetto
• Working knowledge of Java and/or Kotlin
• Experience porting reference algorithms to hardware accelerators (GPU, DSP, etc.)
• Experience with board bring up, driver development, and communication protocols like I2C, SPI, and UART
• Familiarity with ARM System-on-Chip (SOC) architecture
• Experience developing bare-metal firmware for microcontrollers
• Ability to use common lab equipment (e.g., logic analyzers) to debug low-level SW issues

Salary Range: $179,000 - $252,000

Compensation & Benefits (Full-Time Employees)

The salary range for this role is listed above. Final salary offered is based upon multiple factors including individual job-related qualifications, education, experience, knowledge and skills.

At HP IQ, we offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Long term/short term disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Generous time off policies, including;
• 4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure
• 11 paid holidays
• Additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave (US benefits overview)

Why HP IQ?

HP IQ is HP’s new AI innovation lab, building the intelligence to empower humanity—reimagining how we work, create, and connect to shape the future of work.

• Innovative Work Help shape the future of intelligent computing and workplace transformation.
• Autonomy and Agility Work with the speed and focus of a startup, backed by HP’s scale.
• Meaningful Impact Build AI-powered solutions that help people and organisations thrive.
• Flexible Work Environment Freedom and flexibility to do your best work.
• Forward-Thinking Culture We learn fast, stay future-focused, and imagine what comes next—together.

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