Hewlett Packard Enterprise · 5 months ago
Senior Software Engineer, Access Point Firmware
San Jose, California, United States of America
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$120K/yr - $276K/yr
7+ years expHewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. The Senior Software Engineer will lead the design and development of WLAN solutions and firmware for 802.11 access point hardware, ensuring high performance and scalability.
Data CenterEnterprise SoftwareInformation TechnologyIT ManagementNetwork Security
Responsibilities
Lead the design and architecture of WLAN solutions, ensuring scalability and performance
Drive firmware development for new 802.11 access point hardware with minimal supervision
Architect and implement high-performance device drivers for wireless and wired networking
Develop system software to collect, analyze, and distribute wireless statistics at scale
Create intelligent software systems to dynamically manage large groups of wireless devices
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware engineers and data analytics to define and shape innovative products
Engage with customers and product managers to resolve complex issues and deliver strategic features
Identify and lead opportunities for technical innovation that create significant customer value
Develop and bring up firmware for new 802.11 access point hardware
Design and implement high-performance device drivers for wireless and wired networking
Build system software to collect, analyze, and distribute wireless statistics
Create software to dynamically manage large groups of wireless devices
Collaborate with hardware engineers to define and shape new products
Partner with data analytics teams to build intelligent, adaptive wireless networks
Work closely with customers and product managers to resolve issues and deliver new features
Proactively identify opportunities to create customer value through technical innovation
Develop and bring up firmware for new 802.11 access point hardware
Qualification
Required
7 + years' experience developing networking product's software systems
Deep Knowledge of 802.11 fast roaming technology
In-depth understanding of 802.11/Wi-Fi and wired networking protocols
Strong proficiency in Linux, C programming
Expertise across the embedded stack: bootloader, device drivers, kernel, and user space
Security protocols and secure system design
Broadcom or QCA wireless drivers for access points
A persistent, creative, and solution-oriented mindset
Experience with collaboration with machine learning and data science teams
Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
Self-driven and proactive approach to problem solving and technical leadership
Preferred
Go-Lang
Python
Benefits
Health & Wellbeing
Personal & Professional Development
Unconditional Inclusion
Company
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Hewlett Packard Enterprise is an edge-to-cloud company that uses comprehensive solutions to accelerate business outcomes.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$2.85BKey Investors
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President & CEO
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EVP & GM, Hybrid Cloud and Chief Technology Officer
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