Embedded System Software Engineer

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About Us

Headquartered in the United States, TP-Link Systems Inc. is a global provider of reliable networking devices and smart home products, consistently ranked as the world’s top provider of Wi-Fi devices. The company is committed to delivering innovative products that enhance people’s lives through faster, more reliable connectivity. With a commitment to excellence, TP-Link serves customers in over 170 countries and continues to grow its global footprint.

We believe technology changes the world for the better! At TP-Link Systems Inc, we are committed to crafting dependable, high-performance products to connect users worldwide with the wonders of technology.

Embracing professionalism, innovation, excellence, and simplicity, we aim to assist our clients in achieving remarkable global performance and enable consumers to enjoy a seamless, effortless lifestyle.

Overview

We are looking for an experienced Embedded System Software Engineer to design, develop, and optimize firmware for smart home products like IP cameras and doorbells. You’ll work on all stages of product development, from chipset bring-up to SDK integration, focusing on firmware for SoC chips in IoT products, typically within a Linux environment. This hands-on role involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams to take features from concept through completion, ensuring high performance, reliability, and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with cross-functional teams to define system requirements and design effective solutions for smart home products.
• Participate in the software development process from initial design through production for TP-Link smart home devices.
• Write, debug, and test embedded system software using C/C and other relevant programming languages.
• Use cross-compiling techniques to bring up chip SDKs and integrate third-party functionalities.
• Design and develop core modules such as audio/video transmission, control, networking, and storage for smart home products.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues in embedded systems to maintain product performance.
• Conduct unit testing, integration testing, and system validation for embedded systems.
• Ensure software meets performance, reliability, and security standards, including protocols to safeguard against vulnerabilities.
• Optimize code to meet requirements for performance, memory, and power efficiency.
• Produce technical documentation, including design specifications, software architecture, and user manuals.
• Work with external vendors and partners to integrate hardware and software components seamlessly.
• Adapt third-party platform SDKs, such as Amazon, HomeKit, and Matter.
• Ensure product readiness for production by developing manufacturing tools, facilitating certifications, and providing on-site support as required.
• Investigate and address customer-reported issues, implementing firmware updates to enhance performance and resolve issues.
• Stay updated on trends in embedded systems, IoT, and connectivity protocols to continuously enhance product features and performance.
• Mentor and guide recent graduates, offering technical leadership and sharing best practices through code reviews and team collaboration.
  
  

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 3 years of experience working with embedded software.
• Proficiency in embedded software programming using C/C , with a strong understanding of coding best practices.
• Familiarity with embedded operating systems (e.g., RTOS, Linux) and real-time system design.
• Experience with hardware interfaces such as UART, SPI, I2C, and GPIO.
• Experience with network and security protocols in embedded systems (e.g., HTTP, MQTT, TLS).
• Understanding of software development life cycle, including version control, unit testing, and continuous integration.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and within a team in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with development of consumer electronics products such as IPC, Doorbell, and Smart Home devices.
• Hands-on experience with SoC bring-up and integration.
• Experience in video and audio encoding (AVC, HVEC, OPUS, etc) and streaming (WebRTC, RTP, RTSP, etc.) technologies.
• Proven track record with software core module development
• Knowledge of power optimization techniques for embedded devices.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and project leadership skills.
• Ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and frameworks.
  
  

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
  
  

At TP-Link Systems Inc., we are continually searching for ambitious individuals who are passionate about their work. We believe that diversity fuels innovation, collaboration, and drives our entrepreneurial spirit. As a global company, we highly value diverse perspectives and are committed to cultivating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and valued. We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, and 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 federal, state, or local laws. Beyond compliance, we strive to create a supportive and growth-oriented workplace for everyone. If you share our passion and connection to this mission, we welcome you to apply and join us in building a vibrant and inclusive team at TP-Link Systems Inc.