Embedded Systems Team Lead

IT House is looking for an Embedded Systems Team Lead for a direct placement with an end client in the Telecommunications & Communications Engineering sector, located in Aveiro.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead the roadmap and continuous evolution of a proprietary embedded operating system;
• Drive embedded software development with a strong focus on embedded Linux, custom OS builds, device drivers and system tuning;
• Oversee hardware architecture and integration, including advanced communication modules (Wi-Fi and Cellular 4G/5G);
• Design and manage edge networking features, ensuring robust and secure device communication;
• Manage and mentor the embedded engineering team, promoting technical excellence and collaborative problem-solving;
• Act as the technical bridge between embedded systems and backend/platform teams to ensure seamless device integration.

Requirements

• Degree in Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Telecommunications or a related field;
• Proven experience in Embedded Systems and Hardware engineering, ideally with technical leadership or mentoring experience;
• Strong business acumen, able to translate business needs into clear technical requirements and drive a product roadmap;
• Deep expertise in embedded Linux, including hands-on experience with build systems and kernel-level work;
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ and scripting languages, with additional languages considered a plus;
• Solid networking knowledge (TCP/IP, routing protocols, wireless standards) applied to embedded devices;
• Hands-on experience integrating and troubleshooting Wi-Fi and Cellular (4G/5G) systems;
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles applied to embedded and IoT devices;
• Good communication skills to align technical requirements across engineering teams;
• Autonomous, proactive and organized mindset with strong backlog management skills.
• Valued (not mandatory): experience with hardware lifecycle and manufacturing coordination, hardware certification/compliance processes, backend/IoT communication protocols, and PCB/hardware debugging.

Benefits

• Direct integration into the end client's organization;
• Contractual conditions aligned with the candidate's profile and experience;
• Hybrid working model (Aveiro).

Apply by sending your CV to marta.martins@ithouse.pt