Embedded Software Engineer, Connectivity Specialist

4 days ago


Irvine, California, United States TP-Link Systems Inc. Full time
Job Description

TP-Link Systems Inc. is a leading provider of reliable networking devices and smart home products. We are seeking a highly motivated Embedded Software Engineer with expertise in Connectivity to join our Consumer Electronics Product Software team.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system requirements and design effective solutions.
  • Participate in the entire software development process, from design through production, for TP-Link Smart Home devices.
  • Assist in the bring-up, integration, and application adaptation of connectivity chipsets.
  • Design, develop, and optimize embedded software for microcontrollers, processors, and other embedded systems.
  • Write, debug, and test software for real-time embedded systems using C/C++ and other relevant programming languages.
  • Use cross-compiling methods to complete the bring-up and integration of chip SDKs and third-party functionalities.
  • Work with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth BR/EDR/BLE protocols, and network stacks such as TCP/IP, Thread, BLE Mesh, and Matter across a range of use cases.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues in embedded systems, working closely with hardware and firmware teams to debug and optimize system performance.
  • Conduct unit testing, integration testing, and system validation for embedded systems.
  • Ensure that software is safe, reliable, and meets all performance standards, including security protocols to protect against potential vulnerabilities.
  • Optimize code to meet performance, memory, and power efficiency requirements.
  • Maintain and enhance existing embedded software systems.
  • Work with version control systems (e.g., Git) and development tools for continuous integration.
  • Provide technical documentation, including design specifications, software architecture, and user manuals.
  • Collaborate with external vendors and third-party partners to efficiently integrate hardware and software components.
  • Stay updated on emerging trends and technologies in embedded systems, IoT, and connectivity protocols to continuously improve product features and performance.
  • Mentor and guide recent graduates, providing technical leadership and sharing best practices through code reviews and team collaboration.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • 3+ years of experience working with embedded software, ideally in consumer electronics or IoT.
  • Strong software engineering skills, including design, programming (C/C++), scripting, and debugging.
  • Familiarity with embedded operating systems (e.g., RTOS, Linux) and real-time system design.
  • Experience working with microcontrollers, processors, and hardware interfaces such as UART, SPI, I2C, and GPIO.
  • Familiarity with network protocols and standards, including HTTP, SSL, and MQTT.
  • Solid understanding of the software development life cycle, including version control, unit testing, and continuous integration.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with great attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to read schematics and have a basic understanding of hardware components.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in developing consumer electronics products, such as IPCs, doorbells, and IoT devices.
  • Hands-on experience with connectivity chipset bring-up and integration.
  • Knowledge of wireless communication protocols, such as Wi-Fi and BLE.
  • Experience with debugging tools and techniques like JTAG, oscilloscopes, or logic analyzers.
  • Knowledge of power optimization techniques for embedded devices.
  • Familiarity with security protocols in embedded systems (e.g., TLS, encryption algorithms).
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and project leadership skills.
  • Ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and frameworks.

Benefits:

  • Salary range: $120,000 - $189,000
  • Free snacks and drinks
  • Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance (partial coverage for dependents)
  • Contributions to 401k funds
  • Over four weeks of PTO per year
  • Bi-annual pay increases
  • Health and wellness benefits, including free gym membership
  • Quarterly team-building events


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