Lead the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of an embedded software team, including software architects and test engineers
Insourcing a portion of software development by end of 2026, reducing reliance on external partners and optimizing cost efficiency.
Oversee embedded Linux software transitions from proprietary to open source on Broadband Consumer Premise Equipment (CPE) (OpenWRT/Prplware Or similar experience preferred).
Structure the team with a balanced focus: 70% maintaining broadband gateway stability, 30% developing innovative features (e.g., Smart home integration, AI-driven services).
Champion the adoption of AI tools to boost team productivity and efficiency—position AI as an enabler, not a replacement.
Lead delivery in a high-stress, high-expectation environment where software reliability is critical for millions of customers.
Instill a culture of quality-first delivery, with rigorous automated testing and daily functional checks before lab releases.
Collaborate with Consumer Product and Business teams to deliver differentiated software for both consumer and business broadband devices.
Drive the software roadmap for unified hardware with market-segmented, software differentiated features.
Manage workflow bottlenecks and capacity constraints, ensuring realistic timelines and clear accountability.
Lead process improvement efforts to counteract bureaucratic slowdowns in hiring and onboarding.
Support the company’s insourcing strategy to enhance innovation, reduce costs, and maintain market agility.

Requirements

10+ years’ experience in embedded software development, with 5+ years in engineering leadership roles.
Proven track record building and scaling software development teams – preferably in broadband device, gateway, router, or CPE environments.
Strong experience with embedded Linux, open source platforms (OpenWRT/Prplware preferred), and software architecture.
Demonstrated success driving AI/automation adoption for productivity gains.
Prior experience in high-stakes delivery for large-scale customer deployments.
Onsite work required in Dallas, TX or Bothell, WA.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
401(k) plan
Tuition reimbursement program
Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 28 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Caregiver Leave
Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
Adoption Reimbursement
Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
Life and Accidental Death Insurance
Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Extensive employee wellness programs
Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone
Long Term Grants and Deferred Compensation

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

embedded software developmentembedded Linuxopen source platformssoftware architectureAI adoptionautomationautomated testingfunctional checkssoftware roadmapprocess improvement

Soft Skills

leadershipteam buildingcollaborationaccountabilitycommunicationproblem-solvingadaptabilityquality-first mindsettime managementstrategic thinking