[Hiring] Embedded Software Development Manager @Kepler Communications

Role Description

Kepler is seeking a hands-on technical leader to manage and grow our embedded software team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, brings structure and clarity to execution, and can lead a team through the complexities of delivering high-reliability software for space systems. You’ll balance leadership, technical oversight, and team development while contributing to the execution of mission-critical programs.

Expected Time Breakdown:

• 50 percent, team leadership and execution oversight
• 20 percent, technical guidance and design input
• 20 percent, recruiting and onboarding
• 10 percent, administrative and reporting

Key Responsibilities:

• Build, lead, and retain a high-performing embedded software team
• Ensure the team has the tools, training, and support needed to deliver high-quality software
• Partner with program and product leads to define scope, resourcing, and delivery milestones
• Establish and enforce engineering processes that drive quality and execution consistency
• Participate in sprint planning and daily syncs to unblock issues and maintain momentum
• Provide ongoing coaching, technical guidance, and career development through regular 1:1s and structured performance reviews
• Support hiring plans, lead interviews, and onboard new team members
• Monitor day-to-day execution across multiple projects, ensuring alignment with program goals and timelines

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related discipline
• Minimum 5 years of experience in embedded software development
• Minimum 3 years of experience managing software teams in an agile environment
• Strong background in C, C++, and Python
• Experience with embedded Linux and bare-metal systems
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally
• Proven ability to manage shifting priorities and drive execution through ambiguity
• Track record of building healthy team culture and driving performance through clear expectations and feedback

Requirements

• Experience managing teams in a startup or scaling environment (Bonus Points)
• Familiarity with RTOS, BSPs, and embedded platform bring-up (Bonus Points)
• Exposure to satellite systems, aerospace programs, or other high-reliability domains (Bonus Points)
• Experience with static analysis, CI pipelines, and V&V practices for embedded systems (Bonus Points)

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with a robust equity plan to share in our success
• Comprehensive coverage for health, dental, and vision insurance—including dependents
• Unlimited vacation, supportive parental leave policy, and company-wide holiday shutdown
• Semi-annual company-wide parties and frequent in-office team events
• Relocation packages available for approved roles
• $1,500 annual professional development fund to support your growth
• Fully stocked Toronto office kitchen with snacks, drinks, games and top-notch kitchen appliances
• Town Halls, Celebration Calls, and Company-wide events to stay connected and engaged
• We’re a certified Great Place to Work®, five years in a row!