Principal Software Engineer - Architect

Overview

The Principal Software Engineer - Architect is responsible for design, development, testing and support of new and existing software components for Envipco’s Reverse Vending Machines. The Principal Software Engineer - Architect is responsible for identifying, documenting and implementing new functionality. The successful candidate will work with the Validation team to create and execute comprehensive test plans. The Principal Software Engineer - Architect will also be responsible for research and documentation of new and existing defect resolutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaboration : Work with cross-functional teams (Support, Validation, Product Management) to align architectural goals with product requirements.
• System Architecture :
  1. Define high-level software architecture, and design modular, scalable components; tailored for global interworking systems.
  2. Design and document software architecture for Linux based products and servers, defining component interactions and interfaces.
  3. Define and document interfaces between system-level components, including kernel modules, drivers, and middleware.
• Technical Leadership : Lead design reviews, mentor team members, and promote coding standards.
• Hardware/Software Integration : Collaborate with hardware teams to incorporate new processing systems and debug complex system interactions.
• Performance Optimization : Analyze and optimize processing systems for utilization, power consumption, and real-time responsiveness.
• Linux Mastery : Deep understanding of Linux internals, including system programming, OS kernel, and middleware.
• Requirements : Translate functional requirements into technical specifications and design documentation.
• Tools : Experience with tools such as UML for modeling, Git for version control, Jira for work process control, and Jenkins based CI/CD pipelines.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
• 15–20 years of experience in Linux software development.
• 2-3 years experience in a technical leadership or design role.

Technical Skills

• Expert-level proficiency in C and C++.
• Proficient in Python.
• Proficient with MySQL.

Bonus Skills

• Experience integrating vision systems into embedded systems.
• Experience integrating TinyML/ML into embedded systems.
• Experience developing Android / iOS mobile applications or services.

Benefits

• 30 days of annual leave
• Subsidized company pension plan
• A high degree of freedom
• Flexible working hours
• Employee discounts for various online shops via Corporate Benefits
• Company (e-)bike leasing
• Subsidy for gym memberships
• Health management programs

Envipco is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.