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Headquartered in the United States, TP-Link Systems Inc. is a global provider of reliable networking devices and smart home products. The company serves customers in over 170 countries and is committed to delivering innovative products that enable faster, more reliable connectivity.
Overview We are seeking a skilled Junior Embedded Software Engineer (System) to design, develop, and enhance high-performance embedded software platforms for residential networking devices, including routers, range extenders, fiber gateway, FWA gateway and xDSL gateway. In this role, you will design, implement, and optimize infrastructure components and features on platforms such as Linux, RPPL, RDK, and OpenWrt. You will ensure the software platform meets the functional and performance requirements of various network products while maintaining compatibility with peripherals and cloud interfaces.
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, engineers, and QA teams, to deliver high-performance embedded software platforms for a variety of residential networking devices.
Develop and optimize infrastructure components, define specifications for platform modules, and ensure seamless integration and interaction between them.
Design and implement new features in C/C++, ensuring they meet functional, performance, and security requirements while adhering to project timelines.
Ensure platform components and features are adaptable to various peripherals and cloud interfaces, maintaining high standards for functionality and performance.
Create clear and comprehensive technical documentation, including requirement analysis, software designs, and other necessary documents to support development, maintainability, and collaboration.
Conduct code reviews, providing feedback to uphold coding standards and best practices across the team.
Perform unit, integration, and system testing, collaborating with QA to define testing strategies and address issues identified during testing.
Oversee software development processes in an agile environment, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality software.
Investigate and resolve customer-reported issues, improving performance and ensuring an excellent user experience.
Stay informed about industry trends and competitor products, ensuring the software platform remains innovative, competitive, and future-ready.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
2+ years of experience in embedded software development, particularly in consumer networking products such as routers, range extenders, fiber gateway, FWA gateway and xDSL gateway.
Expertise in software design and problem-solving for networking platforms, with experience on systems like Linux/OpenWrt.
Proficiency in embedded software programming using C/C++, with a solid understanding of coding best practices.
Comprehensive knowledge of network protocols and standards (e.g., TCP/IP, DHCP, IPv4, IPv6).
Understanding of the software development lifecycle, including version control, unit testing, and continuous integration.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
Preferred Qualifications
Proficiency in software design patterns (e.g., MVC, Factory Pattern) and a strong understanding of their principles.
Hands-on experience with software packaging, API design, and makefiles in complex build environments.
Prior experience developing consumer networking products, including routers, switches, and range extenders.
Familiarity with networking security protocols (e.g., TLS, WPA3) and best practices for securing embedded systems.
Experience with debugging tools and techniques such as JTAG, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.
Ability to quickly adapt to new networking technologies and frameworks.
Exceptional problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to tackling challenges.
Benefits
Salary range: $100,000 - $140,000
Free snacks and drinks, and provided lunch on Fridays
Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance (partial coverage for dependents)
Contributions to 401k funds
Bi-annual reviews, and annual pay increases
Health and wellness benefits, including free gym membership
Quarterly team-building events
Equal Employment Opportunity TP-Link Systems Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to cultivating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and valued. Please, no third-party agency inquiries, and visa sponsorships are not offered at this time.
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Embedded Software Engineer (System)
role at
TP-Link
Headquartered in the United States, TP-Link Systems Inc. is a global provider of reliable networking devices and smart home products. The company serves customers in over 170 countries and is committed to delivering innovative products that enable faster, more reliable connectivity.
Overview We are seeking a skilled Junior Embedded Software Engineer (System) to design, develop, and enhance high-performance embedded software platforms for residential networking devices, including routers, range extenders, fiber gateway, FWA gateway and xDSL gateway. In this role, you will design, implement, and optimize infrastructure components and features on platforms such as Linux, RPPL, RDK, and OpenWrt. You will ensure the software platform meets the functional and performance requirements of various network products while maintaining compatibility with peripherals and cloud interfaces.
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, engineers, and QA teams, to deliver high-performance embedded software platforms for a variety of residential networking devices.
Develop and optimize infrastructure components, define specifications for platform modules, and ensure seamless integration and interaction between them.
Design and implement new features in C/C++, ensuring they meet functional, performance, and security requirements while adhering to project timelines.
Ensure platform components and features are adaptable to various peripherals and cloud interfaces, maintaining high standards for functionality and performance.
Create clear and comprehensive technical documentation, including requirement analysis, software designs, and other necessary documents to support development, maintainability, and collaboration.
Conduct code reviews, providing feedback to uphold coding standards and best practices across the team.
Perform unit, integration, and system testing, collaborating with QA to define testing strategies and address issues identified during testing.
Oversee software development processes in an agile environment, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality software.
Investigate and resolve customer-reported issues, improving performance and ensuring an excellent user experience.
Stay informed about industry trends and competitor products, ensuring the software platform remains innovative, competitive, and future-ready.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
2+ years of experience in embedded software development, particularly in consumer networking products such as routers, range extenders, fiber gateway, FWA gateway and xDSL gateway.
Expertise in software design and problem-solving for networking platforms, with experience on systems like Linux/OpenWrt.
Proficiency in embedded software programming using C/C++, with a solid understanding of coding best practices.
Comprehensive knowledge of network protocols and standards (e.g., TCP/IP, DHCP, IPv4, IPv6).
Understanding of the software development lifecycle, including version control, unit testing, and continuous integration.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
Preferred Qualifications
Proficiency in software design patterns (e.g., MVC, Factory Pattern) and a strong understanding of their principles.
Hands-on experience with software packaging, API design, and makefiles in complex build environments.
Prior experience developing consumer networking products, including routers, switches, and range extenders.
Familiarity with networking security protocols (e.g., TLS, WPA3) and best practices for securing embedded systems.
Experience with debugging tools and techniques such as JTAG, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.
Ability to quickly adapt to new networking technologies and frameworks.
Exceptional problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to tackling challenges.
Benefits
Salary range: $100,000 - $140,000
Free snacks and drinks, and provided lunch on Fridays
Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance (partial coverage for dependents)
Contributions to 401k funds
Bi-annual reviews, and annual pay increases
Health and wellness benefits, including free gym membership
Quarterly team-building events
Equal Employment Opportunity TP-Link Systems Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to cultivating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and valued. Please, no third-party agency inquiries, and visa sponsorships are not offered at this time.
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