Essential:

1. Proficiency in coding with C++ (C++11 and beyond) and familiarity with the STL.
2. Excellent understanding of Object-oriented design principles, data structures, and algorithms.
3. Good experience of scripting using Python.
4. Experience in commercial environment encompassing the entire development life cycle and comprehensive testing.
5. Familiarity with Agile development methodology.

Strong advantages would include:

1. Hands-on experience with any ML framework such as OpenVino, TensorRT, or TensorFlow Lite, as well as expertise in ML model conversions.
2. Proficiency in working with resource-constrained devices like Android-based systems and MPUs, including cross-compilation techniques.
3. Experience in Docker container development and deployment.
4. Awareness: Robust familiarity with Git, CI/CD development, and automation, with a preference for GitHub-based pipelines.