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Staff Software Engineer

Synaptics Inc Orporated

Karnataka, India (On-site)

Staff Software Engineer

2 Months ago • 8-12 Years • Research & Development

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algorithms

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Job Description

Synaptics is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their WLAN Software Engineering team. This role involves designing and developing Wi-Fi drivers for IoT products. You'll need strong C programming, debugging, and analytical skills. Experience with low-level hardware bringup, firmware development, and network device drivers is essential.

Must have:

C programming
Wi-Fi driver
Debugging skills
Linux driver

Good to have:

Firmware development
RTOS environment
802.11 protocols
Performance optimization

Perks:

Global team
Revolutionary products

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About the job

Description

Millions of people experience Synaptics every day. Our technology impacts how people see, hear, touch, and engage with a wide range of IoT applications -- at home, at work, in the car or on the go.

We solve complex challenges alongside the most influential companies in the industry, using the most advanced algorithms in areas such as machine learning, biometrics, and video processing, combined with world class software and silicon development.

Overview

Synaptics is looking for a Staff Software Engineer to join our dynamic and growing organization. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a global team working to create revolutionary products. In this role, you will be working in the WLAN Software Engineering team responsible forWi-Fi driver design and development to productize the latest generation of IoT WLAN products.This position reports to the Sr. Manager, Software Engineering.

Responsibilities & Competencies

Job Duties

Wi-Fi driver design and development to productize the latest generation of IoT WLAN products.

Low level hardware bringup, firmware development in an RTOS environment, and network device driver development on Linux.

Design and develop cutting edge Wi-Fi features and 802.11 upper mac protocols.

Work on various Software lifecycle components including requirements analysis, design, implementation, qualification and production release.

Work closely with Wi-Fi MAC, Systems, Silicon and QA teams for pre-tapeout qualification, silicon bring up, feature developmentand in optimizing the performance of Wi-Fi chips.

Competencies

Solid understanding of software system architecture

Proven C programming skills

Excellent debugging and analytical abilities

Proactive, self-starter, able to work independently in a fast-paced environment

Well organized with strong attention to detail; proactively ensures work is accurate

Positive attitude and work ethic; unafraid to ask questions and explore new ideas

Resourceful and able to solve problems through practical use of technology and a solid understanding of product architecture

Good verbal and written communication skills, in English

Strong team player with the ability to work collaboratively within a diverse cross-functional team

Qualifications (Requirements)

Bachelor’s degree in Computer-Science/Electronics Engineering or related field or equivalent

8+ years of relevant industry experience

Wi-Fi driver design and development to productize the latest generation of IoT WLAN products.

Low level hardware bringup, firmware development in an RTOS environment, and network device driver development on Linux.

Design and develop cutting edge Wi-Fi features and 802.11 upper mac protocols.

Work on various Software lifecycle components including requirements analysis, design, implementation, qualification and production release.

Work closely with Wi-Fi MAC, Systems, Silicon and QA teams for pre-tapeout qualification, silicon bring up, feature development and in optimizing the performance of Wi-Fi chips.

No travel required

Belief in Diversity

Synaptics is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information.

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