Role: Lead Embedded Engineer with Wi-Fi experience (W2-Requirement)
Location: Remote
Duration: Long term
Job Description:
8+ years of software engineering experience delivering production embedded systems or gateway solutions.
Strong hands-on programming expertise in C/C++ and Python is required, along with deep practical knowledge of embedded Linux OS (OpenWrt, RDK-B), hostapd, mac80211, and network stack development.
Must possess deep expertise in 802.11 protocols (Wi-Fi 6/6E/7), mesh networking, and RF debugging (Wireshark), paired with proven experience leading software development teams and managing CI/CD delivery pipelines.
Job Responsibilities:
Lead the software development lifecycle for Wi-Fi gateway platforms, writing production-grade code and integrating firmware components.
Develop and maintain embedded Linux networking software, customizing driver stacks (hostapd, mac80211) and router OS platforms (OpenWrt, RDK-B).
Drive software integration with Wi-Fi silicon vendors to enable advanced features like EasyMesh, band steering, and 802.11k/v/r roaming.
Implement network telemetry, packet analysis tools, and automated diagnostics directly into the firmware for real-time field troubleshooting.
Perform hands-on code reviews, debug complex wireless protocol issues, and optimize software for high-density network performance and memory constraints.
Mentor software engineering squads, manage technical execution during sprints, and build automated CI/CD testing pipelines for reliable releases.
Education:
Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer or Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.