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Principal System Software Architect

Elgato • Computer Peripherals • Master's Degree • C++ • 7 months ago

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≈ $69k – $180k per year (Estimated)

Location

In office (Landshut)

Seniority

Architect · 8+ years exp

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 18, 2026. First seen by Alion on Mar 18, 2026. Elgato scores B on the Alion truth index.

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Elgato

Headquartered in Munich, Germany, Elgato is a prominent brand specializing in hardware and software for content creators, live streamers, and digital professionals. The company develops a wide range of peripheral devices, including game capture cards, studio lighting, and stream controllers designed to optimize creative workflows. Operating as a subsidiary of Corsair, it distributes its innovative audiovisual tools to users across the globe.

elgato.com • HQ: Munich, Germany • Computer Peripherals • 1001-5000 employees • Est. 1999

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Key Responsibilities

Define and evolve the system software architecture across embedded firmware, SDKs, and PC applications using Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) principles.
Design modular interfaces and services that enable scalable device integration and feature development.
Drive architectural alignment across hardware, firmware, and software teams.
Lead architecture reviews, design discussions, and technical workshops.
Define and maintain stable APIs and SDK structures supporting internal and external development.
Ensure reliable communication layers between hardware, embedded systems, and PC applications.
Solve complex cross-layer system challenges (hardware ↔ firmware ↔ application software).
Promote strong architectural practices, documentation standards, and system modeling.
Mentor engineers in modular system design, abstraction, and platform thinking.
Contribute to the long-term software architecture strategy and technology roadmap.

Essential Skills and Experience:

8+ years of professional software development experience
Several years of experience in senior or architectural roles
Strong expertise in C/C++ (embedded or hardware-related systems preferred)
Experience across embedded software and software application development
Solid understanding of hardware interfaces, communication protocols, and performance constraints
Experience with modular system design and architectural patterns
Strong debugging and performance optimization skills
Experience with modern development practices (version control, CI/CD, code reviews, testing strategies)
Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or comparable qualification

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