Manager-Embedded Software

About Us With electric vehicles expected to be nearly 30% of new vehicle sales by 2025 and more than 50% by 2040, electric mobility is becoming a reality. ChargePoint (NYSE: CHPT) is at the center of this revolution, powering one of the world’s leading EV charging networks and a comprehensive set of hardware, software and mobile solutions for every charging need across North America and Europe. We bring together drivers, businesses, automakers, policymakers, utilities and other stakeholders to make e-mobility a global reality. Since our founding in 2007, ChargePoint has focused solely on making the transition to electric easy for businesses, fleets and drivers. ChargePoint offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create an all-electric future and a trillion-dollar market. At ChargePoint, we foster a positive and productive work environment by committing to live our values of Be Courageous, Charge Together, Love our Customers, Operate with Openness, and Relentlessly Pursue Awesome. These values guide how we show up every day, align, and work together to build a brighter future for all of us. Join the team that is building the EV charging industry and make your mark on how people and goods will get everywhere they need to go, in any context, for generations to come. Reports To Director, Embedded Software  What You Will Be Doing As the Embedded Software Manager, you will lead a team of team leads and developers.      Responsibilities:    Lead the design and development of our cloud-connected embedded systems; the team develops system software for application development, system integration, user interfaces, and cloud based management  Manage team of engineers who are designing new products and supporting our existing installed product base   Collaborate with members of the firmware, cloud, hardware, mechanical, regulatory, test, product and support teams during product design and implementation  Work closely with the SQA team to build out our automated testing infrastructure   Evangelize and promote engineering best practices by actively reviewing software code, design and architecture, code metrics  Coordinate software delivery schedules and drive teams to meet committed delivery dates   Recruit top engineering talent  Lead, coach and mentor direct reports to foster personal growth and teamwork   Maintain and foster a collaborative and challenging work environment  What You Will Bring to ChargePoint A proven track record of leading teams that deliver cloud‑connected embedded software on commercial and industrial hardware at scale.   Strong system‑level architectural judgment, with the ability to make critical design decisions and own delivery from concept through deployment and long‑term support.   Deep technical expertise in Linux‑based embedded systems, including expert‑level C/C++ development and practical use of Python for automation and tooling.   Experienced people leadership (5+ years), with a demonstrated ability to build, mentor, and retain high‑performing engineering teams while fostering a culture of quality, ownership, and collaboration.   Hands‑on experience with embedded Linux platforms and BSPs, modern build systems, and production debugging in complex, field‑deployed environments.   A strong appreciation for secure, connected systems, including cloud integration, networking, and industry‑grade security practices.   A collaborative, cross‑functional approach—successfully partnering with cloud, hardware, QA, compliance, product, and support teams to deliver robust end‑to‑end solutions.   Commitment to engineering excellence, including code quality, automated testing, scalable architectures, and predictable exAs the Embedded Software Manager, you will lead a team of team leads and developers.    Requirements Demonstrated ability to deliver and support cloud-connected software running on commercial/industrial hardware   Demonstrated ability and inclination to make critical system-level design decisions and drive projects from start to finish   5+ years managing a software development team   7+ years of experience in developing embedded system products using C/C++, Python   Expert-level C/C++ coding in a Linux environment   BS in Computer Science or equivalent  Preferred  Experience with Linux BSP platform including, file systems (ext4, UBIFS, JFFS2), sound system, and connected IoT systems, system software   Experience in asynchronous event driven architecture and developing scalable and latency-optimized distributed application services   Experience in PCI-DSS compliance secured cloud connectivity applications using HTTPS, Websockets, JSON, XML, Efficient Extensible Interchange (EXI), protobuf, openssl, IPSec, VPN, MAC filters, and network firewalls   Familiarity with embedded build environments - Yocto, buildroot, GCC, toolchain, Make, CMake, git, gdb, core dumps   Exposure in connectivity architecture using Wireless (Cellular, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and NFC), and wired (Ethernet, CAN) interfaces a plus  Working with EV / EVSE products is a big plus    Location Gurgaon, India  We are committed to an inclusive and diverse team. ChargePoint is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status or any legally protected status.  If there is a match between your experiences/skills and the Company needs, we will contact you directly. ChargePoint is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes and supports all qualified individuals. In alignment with this commitment, we ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations throughout the employment process. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to access any other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us at accommodations@chargepoint.com. ChargePoint is an equal opportunity employer.  Applicants only - Recruiting agencies do not contact. Offices: Gurugram, Haryana, India (IN-HR-Gurugram-418-419);