Job Description

Magnetic is recruiting for a Software Chapter Lead to take ownership of a technically advanced real-time embedded software team, driving innovation in power electronics solutions. This role offers the opportunity to lead a team of seven highly skilled engineers while remaining hands-on in architecture, programming and development, of real-time embedded systems.

The team is responsible for developing a complex control platform, built on high-performance Xilinx System on Chip device.  With a control system operating some functions at ~100 µs (microsecs), the system ensures precise, high-speed power regulation across industrial applications.

This is a leadership role with a 50/50 split between technical expertise and team development, reporting into global Agile leadership while working closely with the Hawke’s Bay-based R&D team.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and mentor a team of embedded software engineers, ensuring high standards in development and system architecture
• Oversee real-time, software for power electronics applications, including UPS and energy storage solutions
• Guide development of C++, Embedded Linux, and RTOS software
• Balance Agile methodologies with practical engineering delivery – driving process improvement while adapting to real-world R&D demands
• Work cross-functionally with hardware, control, and quality teams to deliver high-performance solutions
• Maintain a hands-on technical approach, contributing to key architectural decisions and troubleshooting complex system behaviour

What You’ll Bring

• Proven team leadership experience in embedded software development (ideally leading teams of 5+ engineers)
• Expertise in real-time, embedded C++ and Linux development (RTOS, system-on-chip)
• Understanding of power electronics applications (UPS, drives, solar, EV charging) – though flexibility exists on this requirement
• Experience working with Xilinx SoC or similar high-performance processing platforms
• Strong problem-solving and architectural capabilities, with an ability to bridge hardware and software integration
• Familiarity with Matlab Simulink code generation or FPGA design principles is an advantage
• A collaborative mindset, able to lead a strong, experienced team in a high-stakes, fast-paced development environment

Why Join This Opportunity?

• Take on a senior leadership role while remaining hands-on in cutting-edge software development
• Work in a high-performance R&D team solving complex engineering challenges
• Competitive salary package (~approx $200k total comp, $175k base)
• Based in Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand – flexible work available but primarily an on-site leadership role

Ready to lead a world-class embedded software team? Apply now to take the next step in your career with an industry-leading organisation.

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