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TP-Link Systems Inc. · 1 day ago

Director for Consumer Network Software Platform

Irvine, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$180K/yr - $250K/yr

10+ years exp

TP-Link Systems Inc. is a global provider of reliable networking devices and smart home products. They are seeking a highly experienced Director for Consumer Network Software Platform to lead the creation and optimization of next-generation residential device platforms, managing a team and coordinating across various departments to deliver high-quality products.

ElectronicsHardwareHealth CareInternetSoftware

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead the embedded software team: Drive feature development, quality, and innovation in consumer networking products. Mentor and motivate managers, optimize development workflows, publish technical articles. And enhance the R&D quality system, including unit testing, CI/CD, and security compliance

Shape platform direction: Oversee the development and integration of industry-standard frameworks and key features, delivering innovations that improve functionality and user experience. Collaborate with Product Management to translate customer needs into practical solutions from early research to production launch

Define technical roadmap: Partner closely with multiple product teams to align on requirements, engage with PRPL/RDK open-source communities, and capture key account customer needs. Define the platform roadmap, guide system architecture, and ensure scalable, secure, and reliable designs. Author workshop articles to showcase technical highlights

Coordinate global collaboration: Align international R&D resources, bridge cultural differences, and enable seamless teamwork. Break down tasks and leverage software systems to track progress effectively. Organize and facilitate daily stand-ups and cross-team communication meetings

Build and grow teams: Recruit, mentor, and inspire top talent while fostering a culture of innovation and accountability. Continuously refine training programs to strengthen team capabilities and long-term growth

Qualification

Embedded systemsSoftware developmentTeam managementNetwork protocolsConsumer electronicsPRPL/RDK platformsProblem-solvingDecision-makingCommunication skillsProject management

Required

10+ years of professional software development experience

5+ years of engineering team management experience

Strong understanding of computer architecture, network protocols, and related algorithms

Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to think strategically and act tactically

Demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to inspire and motivate teams, resolve conflicts, and make tough decisions

Experience leading the design, build and deployment of complex and performant (scalable and reliable) software solutions in production

Experience partnering with product or program management teams

Proven track record of bringing consumer electronics products from design to market

Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, ensuring clear and concise communication of technical concepts and ideas

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment

Preferred

Proven experience with PRPL, RDK platform, with a strong understanding of their architectures and ecosystems

Experience working with large-scale deployments of embedded systems, particularly in networking or telecommunications environments

Experience in hiring, developing, and managing a new team of software developers. Ability to attract top talent and foster a collaborative and productive work environment

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and present complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Contribution to proposals in standards organizations or participation in the development of standards agreements. Understanding of industry standards and the ability to influence their evolution