Full Job Description
We are the Critical Communications Networks group, and every day we design, build, deploy and integrate communications systems for customers who depend on having the right information, at the right time.
We look for the most advanced problem solvers - like you - to help us create technologies that rise to the challenges of our customers. To connect firemen to policemen to emergency responders to nurses to specialists to lives saved. To protect communities, grow businesses and make work safer and more efficient.
Bring your talent to the Critical Communications Networks team as we create and improve applications to enhance device usage and integration with the larger portfolio of Motorola products. The ASTRO System Architect will be a technical leader designing solutions for customers utilizing ASTRO voice and data systems.
Job Description
We are seeking a self-motivated System and Software Architect to lead the design, estimation, and implementation of system features within our ASTRO core. In this role, you will provide technical leadership to cross-functional development teams, guiding features seamlessly from architecture to product delivery. You will collaborate closely with global business, development, and support teams to innovate next-generation system solutions while enhancing and supporting existing platforms for our customers. Success in this role requires strong communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and a proven ability to thrive in dynamic, Agile environments alongside diverse engineering teams.
This position requires the following skills and behaviors:
• Expertise in designing and developing application software (C, C++, and/or Rust) using both on-premises (ESXi, KVM, RHEL) and cloud-native (Azure, Kubernetes) technologies within a DevOps environment.
• Hands-on experience developing embedded real-time applications and robust telecommunications features.
• Practical knowledge of version control systems (Git, Bitbucket) and CI/CD automation environments (e.g., Jenkins).
• Experience applying AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Claude Code), agentic coding workflows, and AI-driven automated testing frameworks to increase engineering velocity.
• Deep understanding of core networking protocols (TCP/IP, TLS, UDP).
• Proven ability to decompose complex system architecture into modular, scalable, and innovative software designs.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of coaching and mentoring junior and mid-level engineers.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts clearly to engineers, managers, senior leadership, and business stakeholders.
Target Base Salary Range: $128,800 - $177,600 USD
Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.
Basic Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum / Basic Requirement:10+ years experience in software development and system design.
• Preferred / Ideal Candidate:12+ years of experience, including at least 3+ years leading technical architecture across complex, multi-application systems
• Must be a US Citizen or permanent resident or have a Master's degree and work authorization (F1 Visa on CPT accepted only for masters-level students).
Travel Requirements
None
Relocation Provided
None
Position Type
Experienced
Referral Payment Plan
Yes
Our U.S. Benefits include:
• Incentive Bonus Plans
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• 401K with Company Match
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off Packages
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental & Family Leave
• and more!
