Embedded Software Manager

About Vention

Headquartered in Montreal and Berlin, Vention helps manufacturers automate their operations in record time with the only hardware and software AI‑powered platform built for the factory floor. Our technology powers over 25,000 machines across 4,000 factories in 5 continents and supports a significant portion of Fortune 500 manufacturers from space rockets to electric cars to robotics.

You’ll lead a team of firmware and embedded software engineers in designing and deploying both edge and cloud‑based systems that interface with factory‑floor machines and our automation platform. You’ll guide technical decisions, manage development workflows, and collaborate across product, applications, and production functions to ensure our firmware supports Vention’s ecosystem with robustness, performance, and innovation.

• Lead and coach a team of firmware and embedded software developers, guiding their technical and interpersonal growth.
• Work hands‑on with technologies such as C++, Python, Real‑Time Linux, Docker, ARM‑based systems, and robotics.
• Architect and evolve Vention’s firmware stack for multiple deployment environments (edge, cloud), ensuring high performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Collaborate with robotics manufacturers and hardware suppliers (Fanuc, Universal Robots, Doosan, etc.) as part of product integration efforts.
• Organize team workflows, including quarterly planning, sprint estimations, and code reviews.
• Own full product ownership for a major component of our automation platform, ensuring quality and delivery across firmware, embedded software, and hardware interaction.

• Proven leadership experience managing firmware or embedded software teams with ownership over end-to-end solutions.
• Strong programming proficiency in C++, Python, and Bash.
• Deep understanding of networking and distributed systems (TCP/IP, REST, gRPC, Web Sockets, MQTT).
• Hands‑on experience with real‑time systems, robotics, or hardware deployment; knowledge of ROS, motion planning, or proprietary robot simulators is a plus.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, ambitious environment with multiple stakeholders and complex technical challenges.
• A curiosity to learn, a collaborative mindset, and a drive to contribute to something meaningful.

• Career pathing:
  Real opportunities to grow through personalized development plans, bi‑annual employee reviews, and a mentorship program.
• Professional development:
  Continuous training in performance management, inclusive leadership, leadership operating model, team building, and giving/receiving feedback.
• Gender diversity & inclusion:
  Pay equity reviews, inclusive policies, and a Women’s Employee Resource Group offering networking, mentorship, and quarterly learning sessions.
• Hybrid work:
  Enjoy flexibility with our hybrid model, allowing you to work from home on select days.
• Community engagement:
  Two paid volunteering days per year to give back to causes you care about.
• Central location:
  Regular team gatherings and a collaborative office space in the heart of Montreal, surrounded by cafés and restaurants.
• Team events:
  All year round employee events including annual kick‑off, employee summit, quarterly happy hours, and department events.
• Comprehensive benefits: A complete group benefits plan for you and your family that starts on day one.

• Initial Call
• Meet the Team
• Case or take‑home interview
• Decision & Offer

We’re committed to making every step of the process inclusive and accessible. If you require accommodations at any stage, please let us know, we’ll ensure you have what you need to succeed.

Vention believes strongly in promotion from within. For this reason, we structured a comprehensive professional development program that elevates high‑performing individuals who deeply understand the inner workings of Vention. This program encompasses:

• In‑house coaching program with former industry executives working with a small cohort of emerging leaders.
• Quarterly management training on topics ranging from “Giving & Receiving Feedback” to “Building high‑performing teams” to “Developing…