Lead Software Development Engineer (Renewable Energy, Hybrid, Porto)

Job summary

This role involves leading the development of embedded software and firmware solutions for wind turbines, contributing to both new projects and ongoing improvements in technology. The position includes responsibilities for team delivery and collaboration, potentially serving as a Scrum Master for multiple teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in IT or Electronics
• At least 3 years of relevant industry experience
• Proven experience in architecture and design of complex software features
• Strong programming skills in C and C++
• Familiarity with Linux and Windows operating systems
• Knowledge of frameworks, protocols, and application performance optimization
• Experience with middleware and hardware/platform abstraction layers

Responsibilities

• Design and implement embedded software and firmware for wind turbines
• Collaborate in a team-oriented environment, promoting ownership and accountability
• Manage the full software development lifecycle, including code reviews and unit testing
• Write maintainable and well-documented code
• Diagnose and resolve hardware and software issues
• Ensure compliance with security and data protection regulations
• Engage in defining functional and software requirements

Skills

• Motivated, problem-solving, and results-oriented mindset
• Ability to meet deadlines with high-quality output
• Creative approach to new challenges
• Effective collaboration and knowledge sharing with team members
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and spoken
• Experience working in an international team environment

Education

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in IT or Electronics

Tools

• Proficient in C and C++ programming languages
• Familiar with software development tools and methodologies