Team Lead Embedded Software (ARM Linux)

Location: Munich, Germany; hybrid with an expectation of three days onsite each week, with an onsite setup also listed

Company

hirify.global develops mobile mapping products combining hardware, embedded software, and mapping technology.

What you will do

• Lead and develop the Embedded Software team through feedback, growth planning, performance management, hiring, and onboarding.
• Own technical direction and architecture across ARM Linux systems, kernel drivers, bare-metal and RTOS firmware, and Python-based engineering and production tooling.
• Shape the roadmap and priorities with Electrical Engineering, System Software, Product, Production, Quality, and Support.
• Drive architecture reviews, automated testing, hardware-in-the-loop setups, build systems, CI/CD, firmware packaging, and deployment.
• Review designs and code, remove blockers, reduce knowledge silos, and contribute to complex technical work.
• Support new hardware platform bring-up and translate product and system requirements into technical plans.

Requirements

• Significant experience in embedded software engineering on real hardware, including substantial experience working closely with Electrical Engineering teams.
• Strong expertise in embedded C and C++, including kernel and driver development, bare-metal Cortex-M or RTOS environments, and solid Linux fundamentals.
• Hands-on experience with Linux-based embedded systems, including user-space or kernel-space drivers, cross-compilation, toolchains, device trees, or system bring-up.
• Practical experience with Python for engineering tooling or test automation, modern build systems, CI/CD, and automated testing.
• Experience leading and developing engineers through formal people management or substantial technical leadership, including clear feedback, prioritization, and individual growth support.
• Strong architectural and cross-functional communication skills, including defining software architecture, deployment, and testing strategies.

Nice to have

• Experience with MIPI cameras and image sensors.
• Experience with over-the-air firmware deployment or provisioning tools such as Ansible or Nix.
• Knowledge of USB 3.x, MIPI CSI-2, MIPI DSI, HDMI, or Gigabit Ethernet.
• Experience with hybrid SoC and FPGA architectures using high-speed PCIe interfaces.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work setup with flexible working hours.
• 30 days of paid time off per year.
• Full visa and relocation support for international candidates.
• EGYM Wellpass subsidy, Deutschlandticket subsidy, JobRad bike leasing, and support for local language classes.
• Competitive compensation package and up to 4000 EUR employee referral bonus.
• Inclusive and diverse workplace with recruiting assistance available for candidates with disabilities.

Hiring process

• Screening call followed by up to three interview rounds.