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# Embedded Software Team Lead

- **Company:** Octagon Group
- **Location:** Madrid, Spain (Remote available)
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Continuous Integration, Embedded Software, Firmware, Software Architecture, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Engineering, Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter, Serial Peripheral Interface, Bare Metal
- **Published:** August 20, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.buscojobs.com.es/embedded-software-team-lead-en-alcobendas-ID-368436804

## About the Role

bare-metal and RTOS experience, ideally FreeRTOSStrong knowledge of MCUs and low-level protocols including I2C, SPI, UART, CAN and PWMPython for automation and testingGit and CI/CD experienceAbility to read PCB schematics40 hours per week23 days holiday + 6 additional Christmas daysPrivate health insurance€1,000 annual learning budgetUp to 10 days remote working per monthA great opportunity for an experienced embedded engineer who wants to take real ownership of the software architecture behind cutting-edge space technology.

## Description

Embedded Software Lead - Madrid, SpainAn exciting opportunity to take ownership of the embedded software architecture behind a next-generation space propulsion system.You'll lead the full software lifecycle across flight-critical firmware, laboratory automation and EGSE, while also leading and developing a team of embedded engineers.What you'll be doing: Embedded Software Lead - Madrid, SpainOwn the embedded software architecture from bare-metal through to RTOSLead and mentor a team of embedded software engineersDrive the migration from legacy 8-bit firmware to a modern 32-bit RTOS architectureDevelop verification strategies, HIL testing and CI/CD for embedded systemsWork closely with hardware engineers on propulsion and laboratory systemsHelp shape software that will ultimately support real spaceflightWhat we're looking for: Embedded Software Lead - Madrid, Spain7+ years' embedded software experience, including technical leadership/mentoringStrong C and C++ experienceHands-on bare-metal and RTOS experience, ideally FreeRTOSStrong knowledge of MCUs and low-level protocols including I2C, SPI, UART, CAN and PWMPython for automation and testingGit and CI/CD experienceAbility to read PCB schematics40 hours per week23 days holiday + 6 additional Christmas daysPrivate health insurance€1,000 annual learning budgetUp to 10 days remote working per monthA great opportunity for an experienced embedded engineer who wants to take real ownership of the software architecture behind cutting-edge space technology.


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