Head, Software at Ghost Robotics

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Mar, 26

Salary

175000.0

Posted On

19 Dec, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Software Architecture, Technical Roadmap, Engineering Processes, DevOps, CI/CD Systems, Communication Skills, Robotics, Embedded Systems, Hardware-Software Integration

Industry

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

Description

Description Ghost Robotics is the industry leader in legged robotic systems that not only help our customers solve complex operational, national security, and technical challenges to save lives, reduce harm and improve outcomes. This position will be reporting into the VP, Engineering and be working closely with a fast-moving team delivering next generation legged robotic solutions to our customers worldwide.? We’re looking for a highly technical Head of Software to unify and elevate our growing software organization. This leader will define our software strategy, improve execution across teams, and bring structure, clarity, and best practices to a complex, cross-disciplinary environment. If you thrive on building cohesive engineering teams and love turning technical chaos into predictable, scalable systems, this role is for you. Key Duties Own the software architecture and long-term technical roadmap across all product lines. Establish best practices for planning, documentation, code quality, testing, and release processes. Lead and mentor software engineers across applications, embedded/low-level systems, DevOps, and system software. Build a unified Software Department with aligned team structures, responsibilities, and communication patterns. Drive reliable project execution, improving predictability, reducing last-minute fire drills, and ensuring clear accountability. Partner cross-functionally with hardware, electrical, controls, and product teams to ensure seamless integration. Lead hiring and help scale a high-performing engineering organization. Requirements Minimum Work Experience 10+ years in software engineering with strong technical depth. 5+ years leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams. Experience creating or maturing engineering processes, DevOps pipelines, and CI/CD systems. Ability to balance long-term architecture with short-term execution needs. Strong communication skills and a bias for clarity, structure, and follow-through. Bonus: experience in robotics, embedded systems, or hardware-software integration. Minimum Education Bachelor's degree in Software, Engineering, or related field required. Location Philadelphia, PA (no remote candidates considered at this time). Travel >25% Domestic and International Travel required. Compensation Competitive base ($135K - $175K), full benefits and highly motivating equity incentive package. Flexible time-off policy. Focus on output and ability to work with a stellar team of interdisciplinary functions. Background Check Clear standard background checks, pre-hire, post hire and anytime during employment as required. Residency Requirements Permanent Residency Required. Physical Requirements Prolonged periods of standing, sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift 20 pounds.

Responsibilities

The Head of Software will own the software architecture and long-term technical roadmap across all product lines while establishing best practices for planning and execution. This role involves leading and mentoring software engineers and ensuring seamless integration with cross-functional teams.