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R&D Team LeadYour role and responsibilities:
In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute significantly to successful project results in technology, software, product, and/or solution development, as well as associated Intellectual Property (IP). Each day, you will act as the first point of contact in Research and Development for specific product-related issues and maintenance. You will also showcase your expertise by identifying, proposing, and implementing innovative solutions.
The work model for the role is: #LI-Hybrid
This role is contributing to the Electrification Business Distribution Solutions division in Bangalore, India
You will be mainly accountable for:
Define and design the overall Linux system architecture for embedded or enterprise applications.
Provide technical leadership in Linux application and driver development.
Architect and implement microservice-based systems running on Linux platforms.
Design and guide solutions involving IPC (Inter-Process Communication) mechanisms such as sockets, shared memory, message queues, etc.
Lead containerization efforts using Docker, Podman, or similar tools, and define deployment models (Kubernetes, systemd services, etc.).
Collaborate with software, hardware, and network teams to ensure seamless system integration.
Review code and design documents to ensure compliance with best practices, security, and performance standards.
Mentor and guide development teams in Linux application development and DevOps integration. Participate in troubleshooting, debugging, and performance tuning of Linux-based systems.
Qualifications for the role:
10+ years of experience in Linux-based software development and system architecture.
Strong knowledge of Linux kernel and driver development.
Hands-on experience in C/C++, Python, or Go in Linux environments.
Expertise in microservices architecture and distributed application design.
Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Podman, LXC) and orchestration (Kubernetes preferred).
Solid understanding of Linux networking, sockets, and IPC mechanisms.
Strong grasp of multi-threading, synchronization, and inter-process communication concepts.
Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and Linux system performance optimization. Excellent problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills.
More about us:
Electrification provides leading electrical distribution and management technologies, solutions and services to electrify the world in a safe, smart and sustainable way. The portfolio includes medium- and low-voltage electrical components, switchgear, digital devices, enclosures, and circuit breakers, among others. With our products, solutions and services, we collaborate with customers to improve power delivery and security, enhance energy management, efficiency and operational reliability, as we seek to achieve a low carbon society.
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Skills Required
- 10+ years of experience in Linux-based software development and system architecture
- Strong knowledge of Linux kernel and driver development
- Hands-on experience in C/C++, Python, or Go in Linux environments
- Expertise in microservices architecture and distributed application design
- Experience with containerization technologies and orchestration (Kubernetes preferred)
- Solid understanding of Linux networking, sockets, and IPC mechanisms
- Strong grasp of multi-threading, synchronization, and IPC concepts
- Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
- Excellent problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, vision, mental health support, and disability and life insurance included. Immediate eligibility in some roles reinforces the sense of dependable core coverage.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are described as broad, including paid holidays, sick days, volunteer time, sabbaticals, and, in some cases, 25 days of PTO. Flexible scheduling and remote-work options add to perceived time-off and flexibility value.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are positioned as robust, including a 401(k) with company contributions or matching and, in some cases, profit sharing or pension savings. Stock purchase/share acquisition programs complement longer-term savings options.
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What We Do
ABB is a leading global technology company that energizes the transformation of society and industry to achieve a more productive, sustainable future. By connecting software to its electrification, robotics, automation and motion portfolio, ABB pushes the boundaries of technology to drive performance to new levels. With a history of excellence stretching back more than 130 years, ABB’s success is driven by about 110,000 talented employees in over 100 countries. www.abb.com
