Principal System Software Architect

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Landshut, Bayern, DEU
In-Office
Senior level
Gaming • Hardware • Sports
The Role
Lead and evolve system software architecture across embedded firmware, SDKs, and PC applications using SOA principles. Design modular interfaces, ensure reliable hardware↔firmware↔application communication, drive cross-team alignment, run architecture reviews, define stable APIs/SDKs, mentor engineers, and contribute to long-term architecture strategy and roadmaps.
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Key Responsibilities

  • Define and evolve the system software architecture across embedded firmware, SDKs, and PC applications using Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) principles.
  • Design modular interfaces and services that enable scalable device integration and feature development.
  • Drive architectural alignment across hardware, firmware, and software teams.
  • Lead architecture reviews, design discussions, and technical workshops.
  • Define and maintain stable APIs and SDK structures supporting internal and external development.
  • Ensure reliable communication layers between hardware, embedded systems, and PC applications.
  • Solve complex cross-layer system challenges (hardware ↔ firmware ↔ application software).
  • Promote strong architectural practices, documentation standards, and system modeling.
  • Mentor engineers in modular system design, abstraction, and platform thinking.
  • Contribute to the long-term software architecture strategy and technology roadmap.

 

Essential Skills and Experience:

  • 8+ years of professional software development experience
  • Several years of experience in senior or architectural roles
  • Strong expertise in C/C++ (embedded or hardware-related systems preferred)
  • Experience across embedded software and software application development
  • Solid understanding of hardware interfaces, communication protocols, and performance constraints
  • Experience with modular system design and architectural patterns
  • Strong debugging and performance optimization skills
  • Experience with modern development practices (version control, CI/CD, code reviews, testing strategies)
  • Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or comparable qualification

Skills Required

  • 8+ years of professional software development experience
  • Several years in senior or architectural roles
  • Strong expertise in C/C++ (embedded or hardware-related systems preferred)
  • Experience across embedded software and software application development
  • Solid understanding of hardware interfaces, communication protocols, and performance constraints
  • Experience with modular system design and architectural patterns
  • Strong debugging and performance optimization skills
  • Experience with modern development practices (version control, CI/CD, code reviews, testing strategies)
  • Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or comparable qualification

Corsair Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Corsair and has not been reviewed or approved by Corsair.

  • Healthcare Strength — Corsair lists comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with 100% in‑network preventive care, alongside mental health resources and an Employee Assistance Program. Plan options include major carriers and access to HSA/FSA and commuter accounts.
  • Retirement Support — A 401(k) with automatic enrollment and a dollar‑for‑dollar company match on the first 4% is highlighted, with immediate vesting noted in materials. These elements position the retirement offering as straightforward and competitive for a mid‑size tech employer.
  • Parental & Family Support — Materials describe 12 weeks of paid parental leave and a return‑to‑work program, with childcare benefits mentioned in public listings. These provisions point to meaningful support for growing families, subject to eligibility by location and status.

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The Company
HQ: Fremont, CA
1,800 Employees
Year Founded: 1994

What We Do

Founded in 1994, CORSAIR has grown from pioneering the high-performance DRAM market into one of the world’s leading providers of high-performance PC peripherals and components. CORSAIR offers a complete range of products to equip gamers, enthusiasts and e-sports athletes.

Why Work With Us

What does it mean to be part of the Corsair Team? It means being part of a winning culture that stems from the products we develop, the customers we build them for and most of all our employees who make it all happen.

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