Motivepower, Inc

Engineer, Lead Software - Embedded System Architecture -ANI

Motivepower, Inc$116K — $162K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
  • 10 years professional experience in software development.
  • 7+ years of extensive experience in C++, Qt/QML, and full-stack embedded application development.
  • Strong background in embedded Linux development with Yocto or Buildroot.
  • Proven experience in a leadership role or acting as a senior technical lead.

Responsibilities

  • Own end-to-end software architecture for embedded Qt-based applications.
  • Develop and maintain system designs, APIs, and interface specifications.
  • Establish scalable and modular frameworks for complex embedded systems.
  • Drive adoption of modern design patterns and performance optimization.
  • Lead integration of software and hardware components into embedded Linux environments.
  • Promote high-quality standards and systematic problem solving.
  • Ensure robust system performance and efficient inter-component communication.

Benefits

  • Health and welfare benefits.
  • Retirement plans and contributions.
  • Annual bonus opportunities based on performance.
  • Access to professional development resources.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Software Architecture & System Design
  • Own end-to-end software architecture for embedded Qt-based applications.
  • Develop and maintain system designs, APIs, interface specifications, and design documentation.
  • Establish scalable, modular frameworks for complex embedded systems.
  • Drive adoption of modern design patterns, testability, maintainability, and performance optimization.

Technical Leadership & Team Direction
  • Lead a cross-functional team of software engineers, providing mentorship, technical guidance, code reviews, and architectural oversight.
  • Define technical strategy, evaluate design trade-offs, and ensure alignment with long-term product goals.
  • Promote high-quality standards, systematic problem solving, and continuous improvement.

System Integration & Embedded Linux Architecture
  • Lead integration of software and hardware components into embedded Linux (Yocto, Buildroot, or custom Linux).
  • Architect and Integrate with hardware abstraction layers, backend engines, and system services.
  • Ensure system robustness, resource efficiency, and smooth inter-component communication.
  • Establish and enforce testing strategies (unit, integration, UI, and automated validation).
  • Support CI/CD pipelines, build automation, and OTA update systems.

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
  • 10 years professional experience
  • Extensive experience (7+ years) in C++, Qt/QML, and full-stack embedded application development.
  • Strong background in embedded Linux development.
  • Proven experience leading engineering teams or acting as a senior technical lead.
  • Demonstrated ability to produce elegant, maintainable software architectures and design artifacts.

Soft Skills
  • Strong leadership and communication skills.
  • Ability to mentor, influence, and elevate team performance.
  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
  • Comfortable leading initiatives in fast-paced, agile environments.

Pay Range $116,385 - $162,939 base salary depending on experience plus 12.5% annual bonus target.

**Many Evident positions are located at export-control-restricted work locations or require access to export-controlled information. To be considered for these positions, you must be a U.S. Person. If hired, you must be able to provide valid proof of such status.

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Additional Information

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $116,385 - $162,939. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.

About Motivepower, Inc

MotivePower, Inc. is an American manufacturer of diesel-electric locomotives. The company is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Wabtec, and traces its history back to the MK Rail division of Morrison-Knudsen.
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