Staff Software Engineer, Wi-Fi

Description

Millions of people experience Synaptics every day. Our technology impacts how people see, hear, touch, and engage with a wide range of IoT applications -- at home, at work, in the car or on the go. 

We solve complex challenges alongside the most influential companies in the industry, using the most advanced algorithms in areas such as machine learning, biometrics, and video processing, combined with world class software and silicon development. 

Overview 

The Synaptics Wi-Fi team is looking for a highly skilled Wi-Fi Driver/Firmware Developer to join our team and contribute to the development and enhancement of our wireless networking products. This is an exciting opportunity to be an integral part of a global team working to create revolutionary products. In this role, you will be working in the Wi-Fi Software Engineering team responsible for Wi-Fi driver design and development to productize the latest generation of IoT Wi-Fi products. This position reports to the Sr. Manager, Software Engineering. 

Responsibilities & Competencies 

Job Duties

• Wi-Fi driver design and development to productize the latest generation of IoT WLAN products 
• Design and develop cutting edge Wi-Fi features and 802.11 upper mac protocols 
• Firmware development in an RTOS environment and network device driver development on Linux 
• Low level hardware bringup, troubleshooting and resolve firmware-related and host driver issues on Linux/RTOS environments 
• Work closely with Wi-Fi MAC, Systems, Silicon and QA teams for pre-tapeout qualification, silicon bring-up, feature development and in optimizing the performance of Wi-Fi chips 
• Lead work on various Software lifecycle components including requirements analysis, design, implementation, qualification and production release 

Competencies

• Strong understanding of Wi-Fi protocol concepts
• Solid understanding of Software system architecture and Embedded Systems
• Strong C Programming skills
• Linux Kernel Programming and in-depth understanding of OS/RTOS concepts
• Excellent debugging and analytical abilities
• Hands on experience in collecting Wi-Fi sniffer traces and analyzing
• Proactive, self-starter, able to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Well organized with strong attention to detail; proactively ensures work is accurate
• Positive attitude and work ethic; unafraid to ask questions and explore new ideas
• Resourceful and able to solve complex problems through adapting technology and a solid understanding of product architecture
• Good verbal and written communication skills, in English
• Strong team player with the ability to work collaboratively within a diverse cross-functional team 

Qualifications (Requirements) 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science/Electronics Engineering or related field or equivalent 
• 8+ years of relevant industry experience 
• Strong proficiency in C programming language 
• Experience with embedded systems and real-time operating systems (RTOS) 
• In-depth knowledge of Wi-Fi protocols (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax) 
• Hands on experience working with Wi-Fi host drivers and device firmware 
• No travel required 

Belief in Diversity

Synaptics is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information.