Wlan Software Engineer Senior

This role involves working on software architecture and design for WLAN features in firmware, including development, release, and maintenance. The engineer will also define software interfaces with peer teams. Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of experience (or Master's with 1+ year, or PhD) in a related field, 2+ years of programming experience (C, C++, Java, Python), and 3-6 years of experience in embedded software/firmware for networking/wireless products, with expertise in C programming.

Must Have

• Work on software architecture and design for WLAN features in firmware
• Involved in development, release and maintenance of WLAN firmware
• Working with peer teams to define SW interfaces
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience (or Master's with 1+ year, or PhD)
• 2+ years of academic or work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.
• 3 - 6 years of experience in design and implementation of embedded software/firmware for networking/wireless products
• Expertise in C programming

Good to Have

• Experience with 802.11 protocol

Perks & Benefits

• World-class health benefit options for employees and dependents.
• Programs to help employees build and prepare for a financially secure future.
• Self and family resources for emotional/mental strength and resilience.
• Wellbeing programs and resources to help employees Live+Well and Work+Well.

Job Posting Date

2025-10-28

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Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering

General Summary:

• Work on software architecture and design for WLAN features in firmware
• Involved in development, release and maintenance of WLAN firmware
• Working with peer teams to define SW interfaces

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.

OR

Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 1+ year of Software Engineering or related work experience.

OR

PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.

• 2+ years of academic or work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.
• 3 - 6 years of experience in design and implementation of embedded software/firmware for networking/wireless products
• Expertise in C programming
• Experience with 802.11 protocol preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong architectural skills - design/implement for performance, modularity, and portability
• Excellent team communication, and interpersonal skills

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