Embedded Software Manager

Firmware & OS Engineering Manager - Leading RISC-V & AI Accelerator Innovator

Location - Barcelona

Are you a seasoned leader with a passion for cutting-edge hardware and embedded software? We're working with a pioneering company at the forefront of RISC-V chip development with HPC and AI acceleration. They're seeking a Firmware & OS Engineering Manager to lead a talented team and help shape the future of high-performance, secure, and reliable computing.

Firmware Manager Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop a team of firmware and OS engineers, nurturing a collaborative, high-performing culture.
• Drive the development of low-level software (BIOS, firmware, device drivers) and mid-level solutions (emulation, simulation, virtualization) for next-gen hardware.
• Collaborate closely with hardware and software teams to maximize system performance, security, and reliability.
• Oversee technical contributions to foundational and challenging project areas.
• Manage the full team lifecycle: performance, career development, hiring, and mentoring.
• Communicate technical insights across the organization and ensure alignment with business goals.

Firmware Manager Background:

• Experience: 10+ years in firmware, OS, or related areas; 3+ years managing small teams (3-7 engineers).
• Technical Skills: Expertise in computer architecture, Linux kernel internals, pre-boot/boot processes, and low-level languages (C, Rust). Experience with assembly language, source control (git), CI, and task management (Jira).
• Collaboration: Strong within- and cross-team collaboration skills.
• Preferred: Experience with RISC-V, kernel/device driver development, emulators/simulators, hypervisors, open source, and system boot technologies.

Interested?

If you're ready to take on a leadership role in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment, please get in touch with Harry Resources