Stealth Startup

Director of Software Engineering

LocationOakland, CA
Job Typefull_time

About This Job


Job Title:

Director of Software Engineering


Location:

Oakland, CA (onsite)


About Us:

We are a fast-growing technology company based in Oakland, California, building cutting-edge systems that bridge software and hardware in high-performance environments. Our mission is to deliver innovative, reliable solutions that push the boundaries of what's possible in complex, real-world scenarios.


The Role:

We’re seeking a seasoned

Director of Software Engineering

to lead and scale our talented software engineering team. This is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for driving the vision, execution, and delivery of software solutions that seamlessly integrate with advanced hardware systems. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional leaders in systems, hardware, and product to ensure our technology meets rigorous performance and reliability standards.


Key Responsibilities:

Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and strategic direction for the software engineering organization.

Oversee architecture, development, and deployment of embedded, application-level, and cloud-connected software systems.
Collaborate with hardware, product, systems, and test engineering teams to ensure cohesive and integrated solutions.
Champion software engineering best practices including CI/CD, automated testing, code quality, and agile development.
Drive recruiting, hiring, and career development to build a high-performing engineering culture.
Ensure successful execution of software development milestones and timelines across multiple initiatives.
Lead technical reviews, design discussions, and risk assessments with senior technical staff.


Required Qualifications:

15+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 5 years in technical leadership or management roles.
Proven success delivering production-grade software in environments where software interfaces directly with hardware systems.
Strong experience with embedded systems, real-time computing, and system-level integration.
Solid understanding of C/C++, Python, and software design for high-reliability applications.
Experience with cloud platforms, distributed systems, or DevOps practices is a plus.
Exceptional communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.


Preferred:

Experience in mission-critical or safety-critical system domains.
Familiarity with hardware bring-up, diagnostics, and sensor integration.
Track record of building and scaling multidisciplinary engineering teams.


Why Join Us?

You'll be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team that’s solving tough technical challenges with real-world impact. We offer competitive compensation, meaningful equity, and a chance to lead in a company where your work truly matters.

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