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Director Software Development Jobs in Belleville, MI

The Hope Clinic

Development Director

Ypsilanti, MI · On-site

The Development Director will plan, implement, and oversee all development and fundraising ... Understanding of fundraising software platforms and ability to use and/or oversee donor software ...

Hope Clinic

Development Director

Ypsilanti, MI

The Development Director will plan, implement, and oversee all development and fundraising ... Understanding of fundraising software platforms and ability to use and/or oversee donor software ...

Ilitch

Team Lead Software Engineer

Detroit, MI

The position combines hands-on development with technical direction, mentoring, and people ... direct reports. * Problem Solving & Analysis The role involves identifying solutions to novel ...

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Stefanini

AI Software Developer

Allen Park, MI · On-site

They are involved in the entire software development lifecycle including designing software architecture, writing code, testing for quality and deploying the software to meet customer requirements.

700 Credit

Senior .NET Software Developer

Southfield, MI · On-site

$50.25 - $66.50/hr

This role is essential to the continued success of 700Credit's expansion efforts and will have a direct impact on achieving company goals. Responsibilities * Assist with the full software development ...

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How much do director software development jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for director software development in Belleville, MI is $167,429.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $143,900.00 and $194,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Software Development vs Software Engineering Manager?

AspectDirector Software DevelopmentSoftware Engineering Manager
ResponsibilitiesOversees multiple teams, strategic planning, and long-term goalsManages day-to-day team operations, project delivery, and technical guidance
FocusHigh-level leadership, cross-team coordination, and business alignmentTeam management, technical mentorship, and project execution
Required CredentialsBachelor’s or Master’s in CS or related, extensive experience, leadership skillsBachelor’s or Master’s in CS or related, strong technical background, leadership experience

The main difference is that the Director Software Development focuses on strategic leadership and overseeing multiple teams, while the Software Engineering Manager concentrates on managing individual teams and project execution. Both roles require technical expertise and leadership skills, but the director role involves broader organizational responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Director Software Development job openings in Belleville, MI as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $167,429 per year, or $80.5 per hour.

Embedded Software & Control Lead

CrossFire Group

New Hudson, MI • Hybrid

$104K - $173K/yr

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

EMBEDDED SOFTWARE & CONTROLS LEAD

Location: New Hudson, Michigan | Onsite
Direct Hire
Salary: $104,000 - $173,000, depending on experience
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Travel: Approximately 10%, primarily within the Great Lakes region

Lead the Development of Advanced Embedded Control Systems

Our Client is seeking an experienced Embedded Software & Controls Lead to provide both technical and people leadership for a specialized engineering team supporting advanced vehicle and defense-related systems.

This role is ideal for a senior-level embedded controls engineer who enjoys staying technically involved while also building, mentoring, and developing high-performing engineering teams.

The Embedded Software & Controls Lead will oversee controls and software development, system integration, characterization, modeling, and testing. This position will also provide direct leadership to approximately 2-7 engineers, with responsibility for performance management, resource planning, mentoring, recruiting, and technical development.

TOP QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates should bring:
  • Senior-level experience in embedded controls, particularly motion control and/or Embedded Linux
  • Experience building and leading high-performing technical teams, ideally ranging from approximately 5-10 engineers
  • Demonstrated responsibility for resource management, employee development, and technical mentorship
  • Strong knowledge of embedded systems, control theory, and real-time software development
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Technical & Team Leadership
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of controls and embedded software engineers.
  • Manage employee performance, development plans, and goal setting.
  • Support recruiting, retention, and workforce planning.
  • Manage engineering resources across multiple programs and priorities.
  • Help establish departmental goals, technical processes, and budget requirements.
  • Develop technical capabilities within the engineering team.
Embedded Controls & Software Leadership
  • Lead the technical execution of embedded controls and software development efforts.
  • Define controls architecture, software platforms, and system functionality.
  • Estimate engineering effort and identify required technical resources and skill sets.
  • Partner with cross-functional engineering and program leads to ensure successful project execution.
  • Ensure software complies with applicable engineering standards and program requirements.
  • Participate in customer meetings, technical reviews, and proposal development.
  • Provide technical direction throughout design, integration, testing, and validation.
System Simulation & Modeling
  • Develop multi-domain models involving mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic systems.
  • Identify system performance requirements and specifications through modeling and analysis.
  • Correlate and validate simulation models against physical test data.
  • Use modeling and simulation tools to develop, evaluate, and optimize control algorithms.
System & Hardware Integration
  • Support the design, selection, and integration of electronic components and controllers.
  • Identify controller hardware based on I/O and computational requirements.
  • Communicate system requirements to mechanical, electrical, and design engineering teams.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve electrical, controls, and system-level issues.
  • Support system commissioning and integration activities.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related discipline
  • 6+ years of engineering experience
  • Significant hands-on experience with embedded controls and software development
  • Prior technical leadership, team leadership, or engineering management experience
DESIRED TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE
Experience with several of the following technologies and disciplines is highly desirable:
  • Embedded C/C++ development
  • Microcontrollers
  • Embedded Linux
  • RTOS-based platforms
  • MATLAB, Simulink, and Stateflow
  • Simulink/Stateflow Coder
  • MotoHawk
  • Raptor
  • OpenECU
  • dSPACE
  • ADAMS
  • Dymola
  • CarSim/TruckSim
  • FMI/FMU
  • Motion control and actuator control
  • Motors, valves, and by-wire systems
CONTROLS ENGINEERING KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of classical control techniques such as:
  • PID control
  • Lead-lag compensation
  • Loop shaping
  • Root locus design
  • Feedforward control
  • Cascaded loop architectures
Experience with modern control techniques is also valuable, including:
  • State-space modeling
  • LQR/LQG
  • Kalman filtering
  • Model Predictive Control
  • Robust control
  • MIMO system design
ADDITIONAL VALUABLE EXPERIENCE
Our Client is particularly interested in candidates with experience involving:
  • Defense or military vehicle systems
  • Combat vehicle engineering
  • Weapon systems
  • Fire control systems
  • Turret or ammunition handling systems
  • Electric and hybrid vehicle architectures
  • Vehicle and system troubleshooting
  • Electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, or pneumatic systems
  • Data acquisition hardware and software
Experience working with applicable standards is also beneficial, including:
  • MIL-STD-498
  • MIL-STD-461
  • MIL-STD-882E
  • DO-178C
  • DO-254
Additional experience may include defense software CDRLs and networking or vehicle communication protocols such as:
  • Ethernet
  • TCP/IP
  • UDP
  • EtherCAT
  • DDS
  • TSN
  • CAN
  • LIN
  • J1939
  • XCP/CCP
  • Vector tools
  • Kvaser
  • INCA
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This is a fully onsite position. Remote work is not available.

The standard schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Additional hours, including occasional evening or weekend support, may be required during project surges or to meet critical program deadlines.

Approximately 10% travel is expected, primarily to testing locations and customer sites within the Great Lakes region.

This position supports programs subject to U.S. export-control and government security requirements. Candidates must meet applicable eligibility requirements and must be able to meet requirements associated with obtaining a U.S. Government security clearance.

INTERVIEW PROCESS
  1. HR phone screen
  2. Microsoft Teams interview with the hiring manager
  3. Onsite panel interview
If you're an experienced embedded controls engineer ready to combine hands-on technical leadership with team development and advanced vehicle systems engineering, we encourage you to apply.

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Company Description

Using the best business practices obtained from many years of experience in Business, Law, and Recruiting and Staffing, the Founders at CrossFire Group (“CrossFire”) started in downtown Royal Oak, MI more than a decade ago. With backgrounds in Information Technology (IT) and the Legal Industry, CrossFire began placing by IT and Legal Professionals in contract and direct-hire positions throughout the Midwest.

Since our founding, CrossFire has grown into a full-service Human Capital Solutions Organization. We are proud of now providing full services beyond recruiting and staffing. Our portfolio of services includes HR supply chain management, human resources consulting, and many customized Human Resource related services.