As a Principal Embedded Software Architect, you’ll lead the design and optimisation of embedded systems for connected electronic products, defining robust BLE/Wi-Fi integration and guiding Joint Development Manufacturer (JDM) suppliers in software delivery. You’ll work with business teams to refine requirements, define high-level architecture alongside JDM architects, and proactively size and present alternative solutions to stakeholders—ensuring only the best options advance.
You’ll collaborate with hardware teams on MCU selection, participate in DFMEA, and define both software safety and security requirements, developing resilient and secure software architecture throughout. From concept to production, you’ll provide technical solutions, build relationships across functions and partners, and continually review current practices—proposing and implementing initiatives that improve efficiency and effectiveness.
Key Responsibilities
Define and document software requirement documents and software architecture.
Work with hardware teams to select MCUs that balance performance and cost.
Participate in DFMEA processes for early risk identification and mitigation.
Define software safety requirements and engineer strong safety designs.
Define software security requirements based on product security requirement; develop and implement secure software architecture and design (authentication, encryption, secure boot, OTA updates).
Size work packages, propose options, discuss alternatives with stakeholders, and support selection of optimal solutions.
Guide and mentor software development teams internally and at JDM suppliers.
Integrate BLE/Wi-Fi connectivity and secure cloud communication.
Lead design reviews, assure code quality, and validate compliance for supplier-developed software.
Maintain oversight of the development process, providing solutions as needed throughout projects.
Build strong professional relationships inside and outside software functions.
Continually assess and improve current working practices—propose new initiatives to boost overall function effectiveness.
Requirements
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in electrical, Electronics, Telecommunication, or Computer Engineering (or equivalent).
8+ years of experience in embedded systems software development, including requirements analysis, design, coding, and testing.
3 years as a software architect
Technical Skills
Advanced proficiency in C, C++, UML, RTOS, and/or embedded Linux.
Strong understanding of MCU architecture for embedded systems.
Extensive experience with communication protocols: I2C, SPI, UART, MQTT, DIPC.
Expertise with connectivity standards: Wi-Fi, BLE, NFC.
Practical knowledge of IoT protocols (MQTT, HTTPS).
Skilled in real-time operating systems (RTOS) for embedded environments.
Familiarity with cloud integration, OTA firmware updates, and secure provisioning.
Experience with MCU selection and system-level hardware/software co-design.
Exposure to DFMEA and safety analysis for embedded appliance development.
Knowledge of software safety standards and secure software architecture.
Skilled in embedded software security: requirements definition, secure coding, authentication, encryption, secure boot, and OTA updates.
Leadership & Communication
Skilled at refining requirements and defining architecture with business teams and JDM partners.
Able to size work, present options, and facilitate stakeholder discussions toward smart decisions.
Proven guidance for JDM suppliers through design, implementation, and validation.
Effective communicator with strong documentation and cross-functional collaboration.
Process & Quality
Strong understanding of Agile development, requirements management, and version control (Git).
Familiarity with regulatory compliance and product certification.
Ability to define and enforce coding standards, testing strategies, and software validation.
Committed to reviewing practices and driving continuous process improvements.
Dyson is an equal opportunity employer. We know that great minds don’t think alike, and it takes all kinds of minds to make our technology so unique. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other any other dimension of diversity.
Dyson solves real-world problems and creates better products through the application of engineering, science, design and creativity. It is a family-owned, global technology company, founded by Sir James Dyson who remains at the helm alongside his son Jake.
Since inventing the first cyclonic bagless vacuum cleaner, the DC01, Dyson has consistently invested in research and development to improve its products and technologies radically. Dyson offers products across a growing range of areas: floorcare, air purification, robotics, haircare including formulations, lighting, hand drying, and most recently audio. Dyson continues to expand into new areas.
Today, Dyson sells products in more than 80 markets, has 450 Dyson stores worldwide and is available in all major technology and beauty retailers. Dyson has global headquarters in Singapore and major technology campuses in Singapore, the UK, Malaysia, and the Philippines. Its global team of engineers, scientists and software developers are focused on developing technology-enabled products which work better and which people love to use. Key areas of focus have included high-speed electric digital motors, sensing and vision systems, robotics, machine learning and aerodynamics.
Beyond products, to encourage an inventive future, Dyson is also inspiring the next generation of engineers and inventors through the Dyson Institute of Engineering and Technology, the James Dyson Foundation and the James Dyson Award.
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