Team Lead Onboard Software

Job Description

As the Onboard Software Team Lead, you will drive the development of cutting-edge software for our autonomous shuttles, shaping both the technical architecture and the strategic direction of our robotics applications. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will mentor a high-performing team, collaborate across disciplines, and deliver innovative solutions that define the future of our products.

• Lead and inspire a cross-functional software team to develop high-quality applications for our autonomous shuttles;
• Define and execute the strategic vision and short-term priorities for the software development lifecycle;
• Collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment with Movu Robotics’ goals and product roadmap;
• Design, implement, and maintain the application software architecture, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance;
• Contribute to the definition of the shuttle controls strategy, integrating cutting-edge robotics and automation technologies;
• Prioritize and manage project tasks to meet deadlines without compromising quality, balancing innovation with practical execution;
• Build and optimize the software release process and CI/CD pipeline to streamline development and deployment;
• Support software and product testing, working alongside QA teams and product experts to ensure robust, user-centric solutions;
• Drive the creation of clear, comprehensive software product documentation to facilitate knowledge sharing and compliance.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mechatronics, Electronics, Automation, Computer Science, or a related field;
• 10+ years of engineering experience in machine or robot application software development;
• Proven experience in embedded software or firmware development is a strong plus;
• Familiarity with MATLAB or ROS2 is highly desirable;
• Experience with the V-model (requirements, design, coding, integration, testing) is required;
• Leadership experience in managing teams or projects is greatly valued;
• “Maker” mentality: You’re hands-on, proactive, and driven by a passion for building and improving systems;
• Autonomous yet collaborative: You take ownership of your work while thriving in a team environment;
• Strong communicator: Fluent in English (B2 or higher), with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders;
• Problem-solver: You approach challenges with creativity, resilience, and a focus on solutions.