Silicon Labs - Lead Software Engineer - WiFi/RTOS (5-7 yrs)

Job Description :

Responsibilities :

As a Wi-Fi SDK Engineer at Silicon Labs, you will be at the forefront of innovation, shaping the future of IoT by developing and enhancing our Wi-Fi SDK.

- Your work will have a direct impact on delivering secure, reliable, and high-performance wireless solutions that power the next generation of connected devices.

- Develop and optimize the Wi-Fi SDK .You will work on advancing the Wi-Fi SDK for IoT products, ensuring seamless integration with our hardware platforms.

- Example projects include developing new Wi-Fi features, improving power efficiency, and implementing the latest 802.11 standards to enhance performance.

- Solve complex wireless challenges : You will tackle real-world problems such as improving Wi-Fi connectivity in challenging environments, optimizing network performance, and ensuring compatibility with diverse IoT applications.

- Impact on product innovation : Your contributions will directly influence how customers integrate Wi-Fi technology into their products, reducing development time and helping them get to market faster with innovative solutions that transform industries and improve lives.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams : You will partner with stakeholders across Architecture, Hardware, Firmware, and Product Management teams to drive product development and ensure that our solutions meet both technical and customer requirements.

- Exciting and innovative work : This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge IoT solutions that enable wireless connectivity in diverse fields such as industrial automation, home automation, and commercial applications.

- You will have the opportunity to shape the evolution of Wi-Fi use cases, making your mark on a rapidly growing industry.

Skills You Will Need :

To succeed as a Wi-Fi SDK Senior Engineer at Silicon Labs, you'll need a strong technical background in embedded systems, as well as experience with Wi-Fi technologies and development processes.

The top skills and experiences required for this role include :

- C Programming Expertise : You must have a strong command of C programming for embedded systems, including hands-on experience in developing and debugging low-level code.

- RTOS Concepts and Development : A deep understanding of Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS), including their use in embedded platforms, is essential for this role.

- Experience with ARM Architecture : You must have foundational experience working with ARM-based architectures in embedded environments, including familiarity with system-level design and development.

- Working Knowledge of 802.11 Technologies : Basic conversance with Wi-Fi standards (802.11) and basic experience in implementing or optimizing these protocols in real-world applications.

- TCP/IP Networking Skills : You should have a basic understanding of the TCP/IP protocol suite and some experience working with sockets and network communication in embedded systems.

- Full Software Lifecycle Experience : You need proven experience in the complete software lifecycle, from initial concept and design through development, testing, and maintenance in an embedded environment.

While not required, the following skills and experiences will set you apart as a Wi-Fi SDK Engineer at Silicon Labs :

- Bachelor's/Master's degree in Electrical, Electronics or Computer Science Engineering .

- Relevant experience is Btech + 5years or Mtech.

- Experience with Version Control Systems : Familiarity with Git or other version control tools is a plus, especially if you have experience in collaborative, multi-developer environments.

- Scripting Languages : Proficiency in scripting languages like Python or Bash for automation tasks and debugging will be beneficial.

- Automation Tools : Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation tools, such as Jenkins, to streamline the development process.

- Wi-Fi Security Protocols : Understanding of Wi-Fi security standards (e., WPA3, WEP, WPA2) and experience in securing wireless communication in embedded devices.

- Cross-functional Collaboration : Experience working in cross-functional teams across architecture, hardware, and firmware is a bonus.

- Exposure to IoT Product Development: Familiarity with IoT ecosystems and experience working on IoT products is a plus, as it will help in understanding the broader impact of Wi-Fi connectivity in connected devices.

Benefits & Perks :

You can look forward to the following benefits :

- Equity Rewards (RSUs)

- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

- Insurance plans with Outpatient cover

- National Pension Scheme (NPS)

- Flexible work policy

- Childcare support