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Staff Software Engineer
Calix
posted 1d ago
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We are looking for an experienced Staff Software Engineer to design, develop, and optimize embedded networking solutions with a strong focus on prplOS, RDK-B, and OpenWRT. The ideal candidate will have expertise in C, C++, Python, Yocto, Linux, IoT protocols, and WiFi, along with experience integrating prplOS-based networking solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and integrate prplOS and prplMesh into networking platforms.
- Contribute to embedded Linux-based firmware development , debugging, and optimization.
- Enhance broadband gateway features, WiFi management, and device security.
- Integrate prplOS and prplMesh (RDK-B and/or OpenWRT).
- Work with messaging and communication protocols ( NATS, TR-069, TR-369, MQTT , etc.).
- Implement embedded AI/ML solutions for network performance optimization, such as traffic pattern analysis and adaptive QoS.
- Participate in code reviews, testing, and continuous integration workflows.
- Work closely with hardware and cloud teams to deliver end-to-end solutions.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor s or Master s degree in Embedded Systems, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience in embedded software development .
- Proficiency in C, C++, and Python for embedded systems development .
- Strong knowledge of prplOS , prplMesh , RDK-B, OpenWRT, and Yocto build systems.
- Deep understanding of WiFi networking, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, and security protocols.
- Experience with Linux kernel, drivers , and networking stacks .
- Hands-on experience with communication protocols ( NATS, TR-069, TR-369, MQTT, etc. ).
- Experience working with broadband gateways, Mesh WiFi, and networking hardware.
- Familiarity with containerization technologies ( Docker, LXC, crun ).
- Strong problem-solving and debugging skills using tools like gdb, Wireshark, and Valgrind .
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Qualcomm, Broadcom, or MediaTek WiFi chipset SDKs.
- Knowledge of edge computing and AI-driven networking optimizations .
- Understanding of ARM, MIPS architectures , and real-time processing constraints.
- Familiarity with security hardening, secure boot , and Trusted Platform Modules ( TPM ).
- Experience with Agile development and DevOps/CI-CD practices.
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
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Staff Software Engineer salary at Calix
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