Engineer Software Development, IV
As a Software Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing, developing, and maintaining the firmware for Access points. Working closely with the Software Tech Lead, you will help build high-performance, secure and scalable networking solutions that enable enterprise-grade connectivity.
This role requires strong expertise in embedded Linux, networking protocols, and system design. You will focus on developing control-plane and data-plane software, ensuring efficient packet processing, system performance, and seamless hardware integration. A strong understanding of packet flow in Linux and OpenWRT systems is essential.
This is an opportunity to work at the intersection of networking, cloud, and embedded systems, making a direct impact on enterprise-grade WLAN infrastructure.
Requirements
5+ years of software engineering experience in Wi-Fi Access point development
Experience with Wi-Fi, 802.11, WLAN and BLE protocols and chipsets
Experience with Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocols at depth.
Strong programming skills in C, shell scripting (Go, Rust or Zig experience is a plus).
Experience working with OpenWRT and other open-source networking firmware is highly desirable.
Deep understanding of Linux networking subsystems, system programming, and kernel-level development.
Must have expertise in packet flow in Linux and OpenWRT systems, with a strong grasp of both control path and data path optimizations.
Experience with debugging, fixing and optimizing enterprise WIFI performance is a must.
Ability to troubleshoot complex networking and backend issues.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate in cross-functional teams.
Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership and responsibility.
Education
BE or ME in EE, E&C, Computer Science.
The application process will continue on the employer's website.
Location
Chennai, India
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