Principal Software Engineer - Technical Lead

Boston Engineering improves the way people work and live through innovative product design and novel engineering. We are product designers and engineers for the Medical, Industrial, Commercial, and Defense sectors. Experts in robotics, motion control and embedded systems, DFX, and digital transformation, we are ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 certified.  Founded in 1995, we are located in Waltham, MA.  

Boston Engineering seeks a Technical Lead, Principal Software Engineer.

In this role, you will be responsible for driving the successful execution of software development efforts across projects within our Maritime Intelligence Business. Your focus will be on enhancing productivity and delivering software solutions that directly support the commercialization and standardization of our maritime technologies, aligned with our strategic roadmap. You will take ownership of software development at both tactical and strategic levels, contributing meaningfully to team performance and long-term growth. A key part of your responsibility will be to streamline, standardize, and document software development processes, enabling the team to accelerate project delivery, adapt to diverse opportunities, and consistently produce high-quality outcomes.

This role is restricted to US persons (i.e., US citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 USC 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. Boston Engineering will require proof of status prior to employment.

Proven ability in: 

• leading the design, development, and optimization of embedded software for robotic systems; 
• architecting/implementing software solutions integrated with hardware, sensors, and control systems; 
• ensuring software meets real-time performance and reliability requirements; 
• fostering a collaborative and innovative team culture, encouraging continuous learning and improvement; 
• communicating technical concepts and project status effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders; 
• leading design reviews, technical discussions, and roadmap planning sessions; 
• staying current with emerging technologies and industry trends in applicable subjects; 
• anticipating, identifying, and addressing technical challenges/bottlenecks in the development process. 

Experience: 

• with common engineering development tools for software development; 
• in a challenging technical, fast-paced, and customer-focused environment; 
• working with cross-disciplinary teams; 
• Excellent organizational plus written as well as verbal communication skills; 
• Ability to get a security clearance is required; 
• Occasional travel required 

If this sounds like the right challenge for you, apply today! 

• BS (acceptable) or MS (preferred) in Computer Science or related field, 7+ years’ experience as embedded software developer, and 3+ years in lead role; 
• Fluency in C, C++ for embedded systems, ROS2, Java, Python, Zephyr OS, Ubuntu 22; RTOS a plus; 
• Experience with I2C, Ethernet, serial, GPIO, and CI/CD;
• Experience in robotics, uncrewed systems, and military systems including software development on embedded targets such as but not limited to STM32, x-86, PIC32, and ARM; 
• Fluency in the development and review of software requirements, specifications and design documents, and conducting of successful design reviews; 
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 and CMMI desired;
• Maritime systems development (relevant sensors, communications) desired;
• Cloud and/or other networks/servers for data offload, analysis, and management a plus; and
• Uncrewed system navigation, localization, and autonomy are a plus.

What sets you apart?

• Experience in and continued interest in identifying business opportunities, potentially writing proposals; 
• Experience with machine learning, computer vision, or AI; 
• Familiarity with safety-critical software development and certification standards; 
• Knowledge of agile development methodologies and DevOps practices; 
• Experience with government contract-based technology requirements, standards, approaches, and customer interfacing; 
• Experience with quality management systems. 

This role is restricted to US persons (i.e., US citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 USC 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. Boston Engineering will require proof of status prior to employment.

Location: Office-based role in Waltham, MA

Reports to: General Manager, Maritime Intelligence Business

Salary Range:  The final salary offer will be based on individual education, skills, and experience.

**No relocation**

We offer a full employee benefit plan, including a matching 401 (k) plan, in an open, energetic working environment that fosters strong client relationships and an entrepreneurial team spirit.

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