Software Manager - Embedded Systems

_{31st July, 2026}

An established Australian technology company is looking for an experienced Embedded Software Manager to lead a team of 10 engineers developing embedded systems, desktop applications, and cloud-based software used in complex environments worldwide.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll drive engineering best practices, modernise development processes, mentor engineers, and help shape the future direction of the software team.

If you're a Software Engineering Manager, Head of Software, Technical Lead, or Project Manager ready to step into a broader leadership role, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do:

• Lead and mentor a team of 10 software engineers and testers.
• Drive improvements across engineering processes and software delivery.
• Provide technical leadership through architecture, code reviews, and problem solving.
• Work closely with stakeholders to deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Help build a strong engineering culture focused on innovation and continuous improvement.

What You'll Bring:

• Proven experience leading software engineering teams as a manager or team lead.
• 10+ years of commercial software engineering development experience.
• Strong background in embedded C / C++
• Experience across Linux and Windows embedded environments.
• Strong understanding of embedded software development and modern engineering practices.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Nice to Have:

• Cloud platforms and CI/CD environments
• Experience working in regulated or safety-critical industries.

What's On Offer:

• Lead a talented engineering team working on innovative products.
• Influence technology strategy and engineering direction.
• Work across embedded systems, cloud platforms, AI, and real-time software.
• Stable, long-term opportunity with genuine career growth.
• Offering up to $180k + super, depending on experience.
• Hybrid work arrangement & flexible work hours depending on project requirements.

You must be based in Perth and have full working rights in Australia to be eligible for this position. Sponsorship is not on offer for this role.  

Please feel free to get in touch with any questions via luke@codematix.com.au
  
Luke Johnson
Recruitment Consultant
Codematix Pty Ltd
E: luke@codematix.com.au

You can find out more about Codematix Pty. Ltd. by visiting codematix.com.au