Senior Member of Technical Staff Systems

Senior Member of Technical Staff -

SystemsLocation:

Austin, TX

ABOUT WIND

RIVERWind River is a global leader in delivering software for mission-critical intelligent systems. For more than four decades, the company has been an innovator and pioneer, powering billions of systems that require the highest levels of security, safety, and reliability. Wind River helps customers across automotive, aerospace, defense, industrial, medical, and telecommunications industries solve complex technology challenges on their journey toward the new intelligent machine economy. The company's software powers generation after generation of the safest, most secure systems in the world. Examples include playing a key role in NASA space missions such as Artemis I, the James Webb Space Telescope, and multiple Mars rovers. We've achieved recent 5G milestones including the world's first successful 5G data session with Verizon and building one of the largest Open RAN networks in the world with Vodafone. The company has received industry recognition for its technology innovation and leadership, and for its workplace culture, including global Great Place to Work certification and being named a "Top Workplace" for ten consecutive years. If you want to be part of a unique culture where the lived experience is based on our cultural attributes of growth mindset, customer-focus, and diversity, equity, inclusion & belonging, come join us and help advance the future software defined world.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

The Senior Member of Technical Staff (SMTS) - Systems is a principal engineer role that provides the highest level of technical leadership and expertise. SMTS engineers are recognized technical experts who drive strategic technical initiatives, influence architecture decisions across the organization, and serve as technical mentors and advisors to the entire engineering organization. In your daily job you will: Strategic Technical LeadershipDrive technical vision and strategy for major systems initiativesDefine and influence system architecture and design decisionsLead technical evaluation of new technologies and approachesProvide technical guidance on complex, cross-cutting problemsRepresent engineering in technical discussions with customers and partners Technical ExcellenceDesign and architect large-scale, complex systemsSolve the most challenging technical problemsEstablish technical standards and best practices organization-wideReview and approve critical architecture and design decisionsEnsure technical quality and excellence across all deliverablesMentorship & DevelopmentMentor senior engineers (MTS) and technical leadsProvide technical guidance to managers and leadershipConduct technical training and knowledge sharing sessionsDevelop technical career paths and growth opportunitiesBuild technical capability across the organization Innovation & ResearchLead research and development of new technologiesEvaluate emerging technologies and industry trendsDrive proof-of-concept and prototype developmentContribute to open source projects and communitiesPublish technical papers and present at conference

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE

Key skills and competencies for succeeding in this role are: Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field12+ years of software engineering experience8+ years of experience with embedded Linux or systems programming5+ years in a senior technical leadership roleProven track record of technical leadership and innovationCandidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis - without requirement for any type of visa sponsorship/transfer, now, or at any time in future. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Must be a local resident of Greater Austin, TX, with ability to work on campus. Technical SkillsExpert-level proficiency in C/C++ and systems programmingDeep, comprehensive understanding of Linux kernel architectureExtensive experience with embedded systems and real-time systemsStrong knowledge of system design, architecture, and patternsExperience with multiple build systems and toolchainsExpertise in debugging complex system-level issuesUnderstanding of security, performance, and reliability principles Domain ExpertiseLinux kernel development and architectureEmbedded systems design and developmentSystem software architecture and designCompiler toolchains and build systemsDevice drivers and hardware abstraction layersSecurity, safety, and reliability engineering Leadership & CommunicationExceptional technical communication skillsAbility to influence and drive technical decisions Preferred QualificationsExtensive Yocto Project experience and contributionsSignificant open source contributions (Linux kernel, etc.)Experience in safety-critical industries (aerospace, automotive, medical)Knowledge of functional safety standards (ISO 26262, DO-178C, etc.)Experience with formal methods and verificationIndustry recognition (awards, speaking engagements, etc.) BENEFITSHybrid work model for workplace flexibilityComprehensive health, dental, and life insuranceShort and long-term disability coverageRRSP matching for financialsecurityFlexibletime-off policies for work-life balanceEmployee assistance program for mental well-beingLearning benefits, including a LinkedIn Learning subscription and seminars Join us at Wind River, where we're not just shaping technology; we're shaping the future of a safer, more connected world. Your... For full info follow application link. We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.