Tech Lead / Sr. Tech Lead - C++, Linux, Networking protocols (SNMP)

Thales is a global technology leader trusted by governments, institutions, and enterprises to tackle their most demanding challenges. From quantum applications and artificial intelligence to cybersecurity and 6G innovation, our solutions empower critical decisions rooted in human intelligence. Operating at the forefront of aerospace and space, cybersecurity and digital identity, we're driven by a mission to build a future we can all trust.

Present in India since 1953, Thales is headquartered in Noida and has other operational offices and sites spread across Delhi, Gurugram, Bengaluru and Mumbai, among others. Over 2200 employees are working with Thales and its joint ventures in India. Since the beginning, Thales has been playing an essential role in India's growth story by sharing its technologies and expertise in Defence, Aerospace and Cyber & Digital sectors. Thales has two engineering competence centres in India - one in Noida focused on Cyber & Digital business, while the one in Bengaluru focuses on hardware, software and systems engineering capabilities for both the civil and defence sectors, serving global needs. The Group has also established an MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul) facility in Gurugram to provide comprehensive avionics maintenance and repair services to Indian airlines and support the growth of the local aviation industry.

Tech Lead / Sr. Tech Lead - C++, Linux, Networking protocols (SNMP)

Thales India Engineering Competency Center is seeking a Technical Lead who is in charge of the software development activities (definition of requirements, the design of SW architecture, coding and testing), in order to deliver software that meet requirements coming from a Business Lines (B / L), with the adequate quality and maturity level, within schedule and budget.

Qualifications : Bachelor or Master's of Technology in Computer Science & Engineering, Electronics & Communication or equivalent discipline with 12 to 15 years of relevant experience.

Location : Thales India Private Limited, Richmond Town, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560025.

Competencies :

Passion for coding, technologies and shipping features that bring innovation

Experience in leading the design, development and deployment software solutions.

Experience in collaborating with cross-functional teams to define, design and ship new feature

Experience improving quality through thoughtful code review, appropriate testing, proper rollout, monitoring and proactive changes.

Solid know-how of Linux operating system

Experience with embedded RTOS system and Yocto distributions.

Strong C / C++ and scripting languages (python / bash) skills

Extended know-how with regards to TCP / IP networking and the corresponding low-level APIs. You also

potentially have background on Linux network configuration

Familiar with cybersecurity principles, network protocols, and familiarity with networking component.

Experience with distributed version control systems

Experience with network debug and testing tools (Wireshark)

Experience with test automation framework (Jenkins)

High level of responsibility, ownership, and accountability

Good verbal and written communication skills

Expertise in requirement management

Minimum Skills / Experience :

Any experience with Bootloader or Kernel would be beneficial

Experience with software packaging using the RedHat Package Manager

Familiar with Linux containers (Docker, LXC, OpenShift or Kubernetes)

Experience working on complex, multi-threaded application architectures

Familiar with the SNMP protocol

Familiar with the basic tools deployed in our infrastructure : DOORs, Jira

Familiar with build automation systems (Jenkins) and automation testing

At Thales, we're committed to fostering a workplace where respect, trust, collaboration, and passion drive everything we do. Here, you'll feel empowered to bring your best self, thrive in a supportive culture, and love the work you do. Join us, and be part of a team reimagining technology to create solutions that truly make a difference - for a safer, greener, and more inclusive world.

Skills Required

Openshift, Jira, Linux, Wireshark, Snmp, Python, Kubernetes, Bash, Doors, Embedded Rtos, Docker, Networking Protocols, Jenkins