Wizedom

A defense-tech startup of 50 people is developing an advanced, multi-module system that combines sensor data, real-time processing, edge computing, and distributed software to address complex operational challenges in the field.
We're looking for a
Head of Software
to lead the software domain end-to-end, from architecture and development to system integration and customer deployment. You'll lead a team of 8-10 engineers, shape the software architecture across Embedded, Backend, Microservices, and UI, and provide hands-on technical leadership in Embedded Software.
The Role
<ul>
<li>Own the end-to-end software architecture across embedded systems and kernel, DSP, backend services, microservices, edge computing, and UI.</li>
<li>Lead software development from design through system integration, deployment, and delivery to customers.</li>
<li>Provide hands-on technical leadership of the Embedded Software team, including design reviews and critical technical decisions.</li>
<li>Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team of ~8 engineers across Embedded, Backend, Full Stack/UI, and DevOps.</li>
<li>Establish and evolve software development processes, CI/CD, source control, and engineering practices.</li>
<li>Drive seamless integration between software components and hardware interfaces.</li>
<li>Collaborate closely with Algorithm, Hardware, Systems, and Product teams, reporting directly to the VP R&amp;D.</li>
</ul>
Requirements
<ul>
<li>BSc in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering from a leading university.</li>
<li>8+ years of software engineering experience, including software architecture and technical leadership.</li>
<li>Strong hands-on experience in Embedded Software, with or without an OS, including interrupts, memory management, and real-time software design.</li>
<li>Excellent proficiency in C and/or C++.</li>
<li>Strong backend development experience, including microservices and distributed systems.</li>
<li>Proven ownership of complex software products, from architecture and development through deployment in the field.</li>
<li>Familiarity with DevOps practices, Git, CI/CD, and agile development methodologies.</li>
<li>Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams while maintaining strong technical involvement.</li>
</ul>
Advantages
<ul>
<li>Experience with Python and/or Node.js.</li>
<li>Experience in a startup or small-to-medium-sized technology company.</li>
<li>Background in defense tech, robotics, computer vision, sensors, edge computing, or real-time systems.</li>
<li>Experience with CUDA/GPU processing, Embedded Linux, or hardware-software integration.</li>
</ul>
This is an opportunity to shape the software architecture and engineering culture of a growing defense-tech company, lead a multidisciplinary team, and bring a complex system from development into operational deployment.

Head of Software | Embedded, Backend & Microservices | Defense Tech

Head of Software | Embedded, Backend & Microservices | Defense Tech

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