Principal Software Engineer

Huber+Suhner AG

Cambridge, MA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Agile Programming Methodologies, Analysis Skills, Architectural Services, Best Practices, C Programming Language, Coaching, Code Reviews, Coding Standards, Communication Skills, Computer Networks, Computer Science, Computer Security, Computer Software, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Data Storage, Debugging Tools, Design Document, Device Drivers, Documentation, Embedded Programming Languages, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Entrepreneurship, Hardware-Software Integration, I2C, Identify Issues, Information Architecture, Kernel Programming, Leadership, Linux Administration, Linux Kernel, Linux Operating System, Memory Leaks, Middleware, Multitasking, Network Operations Center, Network Security, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Product Design, Product/Service Launch, Project Execution, Root Cause Analysis, Schematics, Science Software, Software Architecture, Software Development, Software Engineering, System Architecture, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Analysis, Team Building, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Testing, Time Management, USB, Unit Test, Universal Asynchronous Receiver-Transmitter (UART)
LOCATION
Cambridge, MA
POSTED
30+ days ago

At HUBERSUHNER we design and create essential components that transport power and data through networks. This is how our employees around the globe contribute to a world where people get and stay connected.

Principal Software Engineer -------------------------

Cambridge | 100 | Unlimited

Your tasks: • Architecture and Design: Work with Software Architect in defining system and software architecture across multiple projects leveraging deep product knowledge HWSW design constraints and Linux expertise. Maintain architecture and design documents for assigned projects. • Technical Expertise: Proficiency in embedded software development and customization to meet specific hardwaresoftware requirements. Experience in Linux system administration including configuration performance tuning and troubleshooting. • Hardware Integration: Hands-on experience with hardware integration including I2C UART SPI and USB protocols. Familiarity with reading and understanding hardware schematics for effective software-hardware integration.

Cross-Functional Collaboration -----------------------------

• Collaborate across multiple functions within engineering to define the scope of work packages for software teams. Contribute to planning and estimation of the work packages. • Technical Leadership: Lead the design and implementation of complex features that span multiple subsystems kernel middleware hardware interfaces networking etc. and multiple engineering disciplines. Set engineering standards for code quality testing documentation and CICD practices in embedded environments. Drive root‑cause analysis for difficult system‑level issues e.g. kernel panics memory leaks timing issues hardware-software integration problems.

Team Development -----------------

• Assist in building highly efficient teams by educating and training team members on products features and best practices for embedded software development. • Collaboration and Issue Resolution: Collaborate with production and NPI teams in addressing potential software issues during switch production and ensuring their resolution. Work with the customer support team and customers to address potential field issues in software and drive them to resolution.

Infrastructure and IT Architecture ---------------------------------

• Collaborate with the manager to define the IT architecture and lab infrastructure required for efficient project execution emphasizing Linux-based systems. Contribute to maintaining the lab tools and other team infrastructure.

Your Profile -------------

Bachelors in computer science Software Engineering or related field.

At least 10 years of experience in Linux platforms including administration platform security troubleshooting and performance optimization. Advanced skills in Linux customization kernel or platform to tailor software for specific hardwaresoftware requirements.

Advanced proficiency in C programming language in an embedded environment. Experience of developing highly efficient and maintainable software in an embedded environment. Expertise in running code reviews coding standards and software development best practices.

Proven technical leadership on translating architectural direction into actionable engineering plans ensuring high‑quality delivery. Capable of diagnosing kernel issues integrating drivers and working closely with hardware teams to resolve HWSW integration challenges. Comfortable with tools for highly efficient teams - unit test framework debugging tools. Skilled at root‑cause analysis of difficult system‑level issues.

Solid understanding of networking concepts especially within data centre networks and security mechanisms including data storage and preventing vulnerabilities.

Experience working in Agile software development to suggest and implement process improvements optimizing the teams workflow and productivity.

Excellent communication skills to convey complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Active listening skills to understand requirements concerns and feedback from team members and other stakeholders.

Analytical thinking sound judgement problem-solving abilities and ability to identify issues and make timely well-informed decisions especially in high-pressure situations.

Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to coach and develop skills and efficiencies of the team. Excellent collaboration skills both within the team and across functions.

Why HUBERSUHNER Polatis -------------------------

Our aim is to be the employer of choice and as such you can be assured of a market leading remuneration package that matches your skills and experience. Your employment and development is at the heart of our Fundamentals. We have an entrepreneurial and collaborative culture within the business.

We cant wait to hear from you. Apply now

You will hear back from us as soon as possible. For further information please contact

The HR Team hr.polatishubersuhner.com

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