Astrome - Head - Software Engineering (15-17 yrs)

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Director of Software Engineering to lead our embedded, UI, and RTL teams.

This critical role will be responsible for overseeing the full software development lifecycle, ensuring on-time delivery of high-quality product features, and fostering a collaborative and innovative engineering environment.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing diverse technical teams, deep understanding of software development methodologies, and a passion for building cutting-edge products.

Responsibilities:

- Lead and manage three distinct engineering teams: Embedded Software, UI Development, and RTL Design.

- Plan, execute, and track software development projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

- Collaborate with product management and other stakeholders to define product requirements, prioritize features, and develop realistic project timelines.

- Drive the implementation and continuous improvement of software development processes and best practices.

- Mentor, coach, and develop team members, fostering a culture of technical excellence and professional growth.

- Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.

- Manage resource allocation across teams, ensuring optimal utilization of personnel and budget.

- Identify and mitigate project risks, proactively addressing potential roadblocks and delays.

- Communicate effectively with stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status and progress.

- Stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and trends in software engineering, embedded systems, UI/UX design, and RTL development.

- Contribute to the overall software strategy and roadmap.

Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.

- 15+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 7 years in a management role.

- Proven experience managing embedded software, UI development, and RTL design teams.

- Deep understanding of software development methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.

- Strong project management skills, with experience using project management tools (e., Jira, Asana).

- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.

- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

- Experience with C/C++, Python, Verilog, SystemVerilog, specific UI frameworks, etc.

- Experience in developing telecom products is a big plus.

Benefits:

- We offer great career growth, ESOPs, Gratuity, PF and Health Insurance.