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Pivotal Solutions lists this Embedded Software Director - Tysons, VA opportunity in mclean, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
We are seeking a Director of Embedded Software - Video to lead our Device Engineering organization's video embedded software strategy and execution. As a Director, you will oversee multiple teams of Embedded Software Engineers and Engineering Managers to deliver high-quality, secure, and scalable software across our camera and video device portfolio. This role requires deep technical expertise in embedded video systems combined with executive leadership skills to drive organizational vision, strategy, and long-term technical roadmaps. The ideal candidate is a strategic engineering leader who can set technical direction across the organization, build high-performing teams, and collaborate with senior leadership and external partners to ensure successful product delivery at scale.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead and manage embedded video software engineers and managers and overseeing software delivery across camera and video device portfolio
Define and execute the long-term embedded video software strategy, architecture, and technology roadmap aligned with company objectives
Collaborate with executive leadership, product management, and engineering teams to drive strategic initiatives and business outcomes
Manage project leads who work closely with third-party hardware companies to jointly develop embedded video software solutions and ensure seamless integration into our ecosystem
Oversee collaborative embedded software development efforts with external partners, ensuring project leads have the resources and support needed for successful joint development initiatives
Drive technical excellence across the organization through standardization, best practices, and scalable development processes
Build, recruit, and retain top engineering talent while developing succession planning and career growth paths for team members
Oversee budget planning, resource allocation, and project prioritization across multiple concurrent embedded video software initiatives
Champion innovation and emerging technologies to maintain competitive advantage in the embedded video software space
Other duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS
B.S. in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field; M.S. preferred
Strong technical background with knowledge of C++, embedded systems architecture, and modern development practices
10+ years of experience in Embedded Systems development with increasing leadership responsibility, with a meaningful portion in video, camera, or imaging products
Experience with camera SoCs, image signal processors, video codecs, pipelines, and streaming protocols; on-device AI/ML for video analytics a plus
Experience with Embedded Operating Systems like Buildroot, Yocto Project, Android, or embedded Linux distributions
5+ years of experience leading engineering teams, including experience managing managers or multiple teams
Proven track record of building, scaling, and leading diverse technical organizations across multiple product lines
Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, resource allocation, and cross-functional collaboration at senior leadership level
Strong business acumen with ability to align technical decisions with company strategy and market requirements
Worksite address
mclean, VA, 22102, US
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