Capgemini Engineering
Firmware Architect - WiFi
Capgemini Engineering, El Segundo, California, United States, 90245
Overview
Role: WiFi Development Architect / Lead, reporting to Capgemini Engineering. Hire Type: Full Time. Looking for a Wi-Fi Development Lead / Architect to drive the design, development, and evolution of our next-generation wireless connectivity platform. This role combines deep technical expertise in Wi-Fi technologies (802.11 standards, PHY/MAC, drivers, firmware, networking stack) with leadership in system architecture, performance optimization, and team mentorship. Your role
Define and drive the end-to-end architecture of Wi-Fi subsystems, including MAC/PHY integration, drivers, networking stack, and interface with application layers. Evaluate and integrate next-gen Wi-Fi standards (Wi-Fi 6/6E/7) and emerging technologies (OFDMA, MU-MIMO, mesh, Easy Mesh, WPA3, etc.). Define system-level performance goals (throughput, latency, roaming, coexistence) and ensure design alignment. Technical Leadership
Lead the Wi-Fi software/firmware development team - guide technical direction, perform code reviews, and establish best practices. Collaborate with chipset vendors (e.g., Broadcom, MXL, MediaTek, Qualcomm) to optimize performance and resolve issues. Development & Integration
Own Wi-Fi driver and firmware development for embedded platforms (Linux/OpenWRT/RTOS). Work closely with hardware, QA, and network engineers to ensure seamless product integration and validation. Analyze logs, debug complex connectivity issues, and tune performance across PHY/MAC/application layers. Your skills and experience
15 years of experience in embedded software or network stack development, with 5+ years focused on Wi-Fi. Deep understanding of IEEE 802.11 standards (a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be) and Wi-Fi Alliance certifications. TCP/IP stack, L2/L3 networking, VLANs, QoS, DHCP, NAT, DNS. Embedded Linux / OpenWRT / SDK-based Wi-Fi stacks. Integration with chipsets (MXL, Qualcomm, Broadcom, Mediatek, etc.). Proven experience leading engineering teams or acting as a system architect. Life at Capgemini
Capgemini supports all aspects of your well-being throughout the changing stages of your life and career. For eligible employees, we offer: Healthcare including dental, vision, mental health, and well-being programs Financial well-being programs such as 401(k) and Employee Share Ownership Plan Paid time off and paid holidays Paid parental leave Family building benefits like adoption assistance, surrogacy, and cryopreservation Social well-being benefits like subsidized back-up child/elder care and tutoring Mentoring, coaching and learning programs Employee Resource Groups Disaster Relief About Capgemini Engineering
World leader in engineering and R&D services, Capgemini Engineering combines its broad industry knowledge and cutting-edge technologies in digital and software to support the convergence of the physical and digital worlds. Coupled with the capabilities of the rest of the Group, it helps clients to accelerate their journey towards Intelligent Industry. Capgemini Engineering has 65,000 engineer and scientist team members in over 30 countries across sectors including Aeronautics, Space, Defense, Naval, Automotive, Rail, Infrastructure & Transportation, Energy, Utilities &Chemicals, Life Sciences, Communications, Semiconductor & Electronics, Industrial & Consumer, Software & Internet. Capgemini Engineering is an integral part of the Capgemini Group, a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem. The Group reported 2024 global revenues of €22.1 billion. Get the future you want | www.capgemini.com Disclaimer & Equal Opportunity
Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer
encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law. This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Capgemini will consider reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during recruitment and onboarding processes. Capgemini is committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please reach out to your recruiting contact. Rights & Compliance
Please be aware that Capgemini may capture your image (video or screenshot) during the interview process and that image may be used for verification, including during the hiring and onboarding process. For more information on your rights as an Applicant, see the Capgemini Equal Employment Opportunity law. Applicants for employment in the US must have valid work authorization that does not currently or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the US by Capgemini.
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Role: WiFi Development Architect / Lead, reporting to Capgemini Engineering. Hire Type: Full Time. Looking for a Wi-Fi Development Lead / Architect to drive the design, development, and evolution of our next-generation wireless connectivity platform. This role combines deep technical expertise in Wi-Fi technologies (802.11 standards, PHY/MAC, drivers, firmware, networking stack) with leadership in system architecture, performance optimization, and team mentorship. Your role
Define and drive the end-to-end architecture of Wi-Fi subsystems, including MAC/PHY integration, drivers, networking stack, and interface with application layers. Evaluate and integrate next-gen Wi-Fi standards (Wi-Fi 6/6E/7) and emerging technologies (OFDMA, MU-MIMO, mesh, Easy Mesh, WPA3, etc.). Define system-level performance goals (throughput, latency, roaming, coexistence) and ensure design alignment. Technical Leadership
Lead the Wi-Fi software/firmware development team - guide technical direction, perform code reviews, and establish best practices. Collaborate with chipset vendors (e.g., Broadcom, MXL, MediaTek, Qualcomm) to optimize performance and resolve issues. Development & Integration
Own Wi-Fi driver and firmware development for embedded platforms (Linux/OpenWRT/RTOS). Work closely with hardware, QA, and network engineers to ensure seamless product integration and validation. Analyze logs, debug complex connectivity issues, and tune performance across PHY/MAC/application layers. Your skills and experience
15 years of experience in embedded software or network stack development, with 5+ years focused on Wi-Fi. Deep understanding of IEEE 802.11 standards (a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be) and Wi-Fi Alliance certifications. TCP/IP stack, L2/L3 networking, VLANs, QoS, DHCP, NAT, DNS. Embedded Linux / OpenWRT / SDK-based Wi-Fi stacks. Integration with chipsets (MXL, Qualcomm, Broadcom, Mediatek, etc.). Proven experience leading engineering teams or acting as a system architect. Life at Capgemini
Capgemini supports all aspects of your well-being throughout the changing stages of your life and career. For eligible employees, we offer: Healthcare including dental, vision, mental health, and well-being programs Financial well-being programs such as 401(k) and Employee Share Ownership Plan Paid time off and paid holidays Paid parental leave Family building benefits like adoption assistance, surrogacy, and cryopreservation Social well-being benefits like subsidized back-up child/elder care and tutoring Mentoring, coaching and learning programs Employee Resource Groups Disaster Relief About Capgemini Engineering
World leader in engineering and R&D services, Capgemini Engineering combines its broad industry knowledge and cutting-edge technologies in digital and software to support the convergence of the physical and digital worlds. Coupled with the capabilities of the rest of the Group, it helps clients to accelerate their journey towards Intelligent Industry. Capgemini Engineering has 65,000 engineer and scientist team members in over 30 countries across sectors including Aeronautics, Space, Defense, Naval, Automotive, Rail, Infrastructure & Transportation, Energy, Utilities &Chemicals, Life Sciences, Communications, Semiconductor & Electronics, Industrial & Consumer, Software & Internet. Capgemini Engineering is an integral part of the Capgemini Group, a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem. The Group reported 2024 global revenues of €22.1 billion. Get the future you want | www.capgemini.com Disclaimer & Equal Opportunity
Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer
encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law. This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Capgemini will consider reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during recruitment and onboarding processes. Capgemini is committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please reach out to your recruiting contact. Rights & Compliance
Please be aware that Capgemini may capture your image (video or screenshot) during the interview process and that image may be used for verification, including during the hiring and onboarding process. For more information on your rights as an Applicant, see the Capgemini Equal Employment Opportunity law. Applicants for employment in the US must have valid work authorization that does not currently or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the US by Capgemini.
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