WLAN Firmware Lead Engineer Sr.

14 Hours ago • 2-9 Years • Software Development & Engineering

Job Summary

Job Description

Qualcomm India Private Limited is seeking a WLAN Firmware Lead Engineer Sr. with 6-9 years of experience in embedded software/firmware for networking/wireless products. The role involves software architecture and design for WLAN features in firmware, development, release, and maintenance of WLAN firmware, and collaborating with peer teams to define software interfaces. Expertise in C programming and the 802.11 protocol is preferred. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and architectural skills are essential, along with excellent team communication and interpersonal skills.
Must have:
  • 6-9 years of experience in design and implementation of embedded software/firmware for networking / wireless products
  • Expertise in C programming
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong architectural skills
  • Excellent team communication and interpersonal skills
Good to have:
  • Experience with 802.11 protocol
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Job Details

Job Posting Date

2025-06-22

Job Description



Company:

Qualcomm India Private Limited

Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering

General Summary:

  • Software architecture and design for WLAN features in firmware
  • 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 3+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
OR
Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
OR
PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 1+ year of Software Engineering or related work experience.

• 2+ years of academic or work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.

  • 6-9 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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