Embedded Software Manager

Senior Embedded A/V Manager

Location: Cambridge, UK (4 days a week onsite)

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

An industry leading global technology company in the digital media and embedded systems space is seeking an experienced Senior Embedded A/V Manager to join its growing engineering team.

This is a hands-on leadership role within a highly skilled group working on cutting-edge embedded products used worldwide across multiple sectors. The company designs and manufactures its own hardware, delivering robust, high-performance embedded media solutions that support a wide range of video, audio, and HTML rendering capabilities. You’ll be leading a talented team responsible for developing and maintaining embedded system software that underpins rich multimedia experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a team of up to 10 embedded software developers working in C and C++ across the company’s A/V stack and adjacent areas.
• Oversee development and maintenance of embedded system software for high-definition video and complex audio.
• Collaborate closely with product managers and cross-functional stakeholders in an agile environment.
• Translate business and technical requirements into production-ready solutions.
• Adapt to hardware and manufacturing schedules, balancing technical excellence with delivery timelines.
• Champion quality and testing throughout the development lifecycle.

About You:

• 5+ years’ experience managing teams delivering embedded software in a commercial environment.
• Strong background in Linux (both as a developer and user).
• Proficient in C, C++, Python, and JavaScript.
• Understanding of 2D/3D graphics APIs, audio/video codecs, HDMI, and multimedia systems.
• Familiarity with web technology stacks.
• Solid grasp of Agile/Scrum/Kanban methodologies – and when to adapt them.
• Proven ability to deliver robust, testable code and maintain high engineering standards.
• Excellent communication, attention to detail, and stakeholder management skills.
• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).