Sr. Embedded Software Engineering Manager

Sr. Embedded Software Engineering Manager | Nextracker Inc. Join to apply for the Sr. Embedded Software Engineering Manager role at Nextracker Inc. Job Description Nextracker's Product Engineering organization is a global team of experts dedicated to helping customers achieve maximum performance from our solar tracker solutions. We develop high-quality software and hardware for the devices at the heart of solar plant operations. We are seeking a driven and experienced Embedded Software Engineering Manager to lead a team of talented firmware developers. In this high‑impact role, you will guide the development of low‑level software and embedded solutions that power our field‑deployed edge control systems. You will work in close collaboration with hardware, software, product, and field operations teams to deliver robust, efficient, and scalable embedded products. Key responsibilities include guiding the embedded software roadmap, championing engineering best practices, and ensuring the success of complex product releases from concept through deployment. You will foster an environment of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement, ensuring that your team delivers impactful solutions to support the global energy transition. Key Job Responsibilities Lead and mentor a team of embedded software developers working on firmware for solar field‑deployed edge devices. Drive planning, architecture, and execution of embedded software development, ensuring timely and high‑quality delivery. Collaborate with hardware engineers to define hardware‑software interfaces and ensure integrated system performance. Oversee firmware design, implementation, debugging, testing, and documentation. Implement and enforce embedded security best practices, including secure boot, encrypted firmware updates, and hardware‑based key storage. Ensure implementation of authentication, authorization, and certificate/key management protocols across embedded platforms. Promote and enforce best practices in embedded software development (e.g., version control, continuous integration, code review, automated testing, static analysis). Manage Agile development processes including sprint planning, backlog grooming, and team retrospectives. Proactively identify and address technical risks, blockers, and system bottlenecks. Guide the design and integration of wireless communication protocols (e.g., Wi‑SUN, Wi‑Fi HaLow, Zigbee, Bluetooth, or proprietary RF solutions) for robust and secure field connectivity. Influence the long‑term architecture and technology strategy for embedded systems used in Nextracker’s edge device platform. Basic Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field. Experience: 8+ years of embedded software development experience with 2+ years in a technical leadership or management role. Technical Skills: Proficient in C/C++, JavaScript and real‑time firmware development. Proficiency in MQTT protocol. Strong understanding of embedded microcontrollers, peripherals, RTOS, and interrupt‑driven design. Experience with board bring‑up, device drivers, and bootloaders. Familiarity with digital/analog interfaces: UART, SPI, I2C, ADC, GPIO. Solid understanding of wireless networking protocols and their integration in embedded systems (e.g., 802.11, BLE, Wi‑SUN, Wi‑Fi HaLow, Sub‑GHz RF). Hardware Knowledge: Ability to read schematics, debug hardware‑software integration issues, and work closely with hardware engineers during product development. Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead technical teams, manage priorities, and communicate effectively across disciplines. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly. Languages: Fluency in English. Preferred Qualifications Education: Master’s degree in Embedded Systems, Computer Engineering, or related field. Experience: Experience leading firmware development for industrial, solar, or energy control products. Tools and Technologies: Python or scripting knowledge for test automation. Experience with Git, Jira, Confluence, and CI/CD tools for embedded development. Experience with embedded Linux or bare‑metal platforms. Knowledge of wireless mesh networks, device provisioning, and secure communication protocols. Cross‑Disciplinary Experience: Understanding of cloud integration, edge computing, or remote diagnostics is a plus. Why Join Nextracker?