Embedded Firmware Team Lead — Hands-on Role | Industrial Automation

Siemens•Published 1 days ago•First seen 9 hours ago

Join the team developing the next generation of Siemens SIMATIC ET 200 decentralized I/O systems. As our portfolio grows, you will help deliver new features and communication protocols for products used in industrial automation worldwide.

This is a hands-on leadership role: approximately 70% embedded development and 30% people leadership. You will lead around six mid-level and senior developers while staying involved in architecture, coding, and debugging. We welcome experienced team leads as well as senior developers ready to take their first formal leadership role.

What you’ll do

Design and develop embedded firmware in C/C++, contributing to architecture and key modules.
Work with hardware, testing, project management, and production teams to turn requirements into reliable products.
Maintain engineering quality through code reviews, automated testing, and clear documentation.
Set expectations, give regular feedback, and support your team’s development and career growth.
Communicate priorities, progress, and risks with project leads and international stakeholders.
Improve engineering standards, share reusable solutions, and contribute to the firmware department’s technical direction.
Explore AI-assisted tools and practical improvements that can raise the team’s productivity or quality.

What you bring

Strong hands-on experience developing embedded firmware in C or C++.
Experience with real-time operating systems and hardware debugging tools.
Familiarity with Git, automated testing, and continuous integration.
Practical experience using AI-assisted tools in development, testing, or documentation.
Experience leading or mentoring engineers, or a clear motivation to move from a senior developer role into leadership.
Interest in helping people grow and the ability to turn unclear problems into practical plans.
English sufficient for meetings and technical discussions with international colleagues.
A relevant engineering degree or equivalent practical experience.
You’ll receive structured leadership onboarding and regular mentoring, with opportunities to grow as both an embedded engineer and a people leader.

What we offer

Up to 33 days of holiday.
Signing bonus of up to CZK 100,000, depending on your technical expertise.
Flexible working hours and the option to work from home.
Flexible benefits budget of up to CZK 58,000 for additional leave, cafeteria credits, or pension/life insurance contributions.
Relocation support of up to CZK 100,000, depending on your move location.
Meal vouchers and a Multisport contribution.
Professional development through coaching, mentoring, and learning opportunities.
Collaboration with Siemens AG development teams and access to unique technologies.
A friendly workplace and the stability of a global organization.
The opportunity to participate in the Siemens employee share program.

Siemens is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity.

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