Device Software Lead, Horw

Toradex

is a global company strongly focused on engineering&technology. We’re powered by a diverse&uniquely gifted workforce. We pursue the best people to propel our innovative vision of embedded computing and IoT. If you’re interested in being a driving force at an agile technology company, engineering clever computing solutions&helping other companies bring their products to life, we should talk.

Role Overview We are seeking a highly motivated

Device Software Lead

to join our team in

Horw, Switzerland . This is an onsite position, with the flexibility to work from home 1–2 days per week following the initial onboarding period.

As

Device Software Lead , you will be the

architect and driving force

behind how Toradex turns strong hardware and BSP foundations into

innovative, easy‑to‑use, and secure device enablement .

This is a

senior technical and people leadership role

(Lead / Principal / Director level) that combines:

Deep

Embedded Linux&Yocto

expertise Line management

responsibilities from day one A visible

thought leadership

and

external‑facing

component

You won’t just run the current playbook - you will

evolve and reinvent

how Toradex demonstrates industry‑leadership in Device Software: from how we structure BSP and layers, to how we deliver reference images, to how customers experience our platform end‑to‑end.

This role is ideal for leaders who want to combine strategic architectural thinking, hands‑on engineering,

software product management for devices , and people management– shaping both the technology and the team that delivers it.

You’ll be a key voice in both

what we build

and

how the world hears about it .

You’ll be accountable not only for

how the platform is built , but also for

which device software capabilities we prioritize, how they are packaged, and how they land with customers.

What You Will Do 1) Lead and Innovate the Device Software Integration Layer Architect and implement:

You will define the technical vision for our device software stack and personally drive key architectural decisions through to implementation, ensuring technical excellence at every layer.

Continuously innovate

how this stack is put together:

New layering patterns that keep BSP clean but powerful Smarter reuse of product building blocks to cover more use cases with less complexity Simplify advanced software features for the ease‑of‑use of the customer Define and maintain

clear, future‑proof boundaries

across BSP , meta‑layers and distros so we can move fast

without

creating chaos.

2) Drive Cross‑Team Technical Strategy&Change Act as the technical counterpart and sparring partner for leaders in:

BSP / kernel Security Automation / CI Product management Devices Product Management Torizon OS Torizon R&D Director

Shape and champion

medium‑and long‑term technical bets , such as:

How we meet evolving security and regulatory demands How we structure releases and long‑term maintenance How our device software strategy ties into Torizon and other offerings

Turn strategy into

concrete change :

Roadmaps Technical guidelines others can follow

3) Lead, Grow, and Inspire a High‑Impact Team Be

line manager from day one

for the Device Software team:

Set a clear vision and direction Provide coaching, feedback, and growth opportunities Build a culture where innovation and shipping

both

matter Help attract and hire talented engineers who are excited by

platform building and innovation .

4) Turn“Possible” into “Easy” – with New Ideas Own the vision for simplicity for the customer

enablement

on Toradex devices:

Secure boot and encryption that are safe, robust, and simple to adopt Connectivity enablement where Wi‑Fi / BT / 4G/5G are not a project, but a

capability Reference images that are genuinely useful: easy to start from, easy to adapt for production

Rethink and improve

how developers experience our platform:

From first download, to first boot, to first secure, connected product From Yocto experts to teams new to Embedded Linux

Make sure innovation is

visible and usable :

Back technical work with strong documentation, examples, and developer workflows.

5) Thought Leadership, Innovation&External Messaging Act as a

thought leader

for Toradex in the embedded software community:

Speak at conferences and webinars Publish deep technical articles and architecture stories Engage with partners and strategic customers on platform direction

Bring

outside‑in thinking :

Track industry trends (e.g. security, regulatory, RT , connectivity, open‑source tooling) Distill what really matters for Toradex and our customers

Propose and drive new initiatives that keep us ahead of the curve.

Help shape a

clear external narrative :

How Toradex makes Embedded Linux&Yocto easier Why our approach to BSPs, layers, and enablement is different and better How innovation in device software translates into real customer value

What We Are Looking For Technical Background 8+ years

of hands‑on experience in

Embedded Linux

on ARM‑based systems.

Strong, practical experience with

Yocto Project / OpenEmbedded , including:

Designing and maintaining layers and recipes Working with BSPs or Yocto‑based distributions Owning or significantly influencing platform‑level architecture

Very good understanding of:

Linux kernel configuration for embedded Device trees and driver integration Bootloaders (e.g. U‑Boot) and secure boot basics

Experience in at least one of:

Security enablement

(secure boot, encryption, key provisioning) Connectivity enablement

(Wi‑Fi / cellular integration, network stack configuration) Platform / distribution integration

in embedded products

You will regularly design, prototype, and review code, and are expected to directly contribute to critical technical solutions—not just oversee or delegate.

You thrive on solving complex integration challenges and are comfortable jumping into the codebase when needed.

Experience

owning a roadmap or product area

(not just delivering tickets), ideally for developer platforms, SDKs, or embedded device software.

Comfortable working with product managers and customers to

frame problems, define value, and trade off scope vs. time‑to‑market.

Proven experience as a

technical lead, principal engineer, architect, or engineering manager , ideally with:

Responsibility for platform‑level or integration‑level topics Leading change and introducing new approaches, not just maintaining the status quo

Line management

or strong mentoring experience; you enjoy helping people grow.

Can explain complex technical decisions clearly to engineers and non‑engineers.

Can represent Toradex confidently in public forums.

Demonstrated

innovation mindset :

You have introduced new ideas, patterns, or tools that significantly improved a platform, workflow, or product You balance bold ideas with a realistic sense of what teams can maintain over time

Personal Qualities Customer‑and developer‑focused : you care deeply about how others experience the platform you build.

Curious and forward‑thinking : you like to explore what’s next and translate it into practical improvements.

High ownership : you think in terms of outcomes and impact, not tickets.

People person : approachable, empathetic, and able to create an environment where people feel safe to experiment and speak up.

Nice‑to‑Have Experience Experience in industries with long‑lived, high‑reliability devices (automotive, medical, industrial, etc.). Background at embedded Linux integrators / consultancies, or Linux platform vendors. Contributions to open‑source projects or communities. Experience definingor improving CI/testing strategies for embedded platforms.

What Makes This Role Unique You will split your time between hands‑on technical work,

software product management for devices , architectural leadership, and team development.

We expect you to lead from the front: designing, building, and mentoring—not just managing or advising.

What We Offer Senior, high‑impact role

where your ideas and leadership will shape how thousands of products are built on Toradex. The chance to combine

deep engineering ,

people leadership , and

innovation

in one role. A

hybrid workplace

offering the flexibility of 1–2 days working from home each week, within a global, diverse engineering organization. A culture that values

technical excellence, integrity, collaboration, and curiosity . Opportunities for

external visibility

and genuine thought leadership in Embedded Linux&Yocto.

Toradex is a leader in embedded computing, serving innovative products to industrial, medical, automotive&IoT companies creating feature‑rich&intelligent systems for demanding applications, e.g. supercars, self‑driving tractors, patient monitoring systems – to name a few.

We provide effective&robust embedded computing solutions and strive for the best development experience in the industry with a focus on intelligent hardware design, innovative software solutions&free comprehensive support. Our relationship with our customers ensures that we all succeed and it allows us to participate in the realization of incredible new products. Our products are directly sold to more than 3'000 industrial customers in over 70 different countries worldwide.

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