Senior Engineer - SW Design

Job Title

Senior Engineer - SW Design

Role Summary

Join the Wi‑Fi software team to design, implement, and test embedded firmware that runs on Silicon Labs Wi‑Fi ICs. Collaborate with architects, hardware engineers, and test teams to deliver robust, production-ready software and validation.

Experience Level

Senior — 5+ years of experience in embedded software development.

Responsibilities

Primary duties include firmware development, validation, debugging, and cross-functional integration for Wi‑Fi products.

• Develop and maintain embedded C/C++ software for Wi‑Fi ICs.
• Write and execute unit, integration, and functional tests to ensure code quality.
• Debug software and system issues using JTAG, GDB, logic analyzers, and similar tools.
• Integrate software with hardware, drivers, and protocol stacks.
• Participate in code reviews and drive continuous improvement of development practices.
• Support CI/CD and test automation efforts.

Requirements

Core technical requirements and desirable skills.

• 5+ years of embedded software development experience.
• Strong programming skills in C and C++.
• Experience with unit testing, debugging, and validation in embedded environments.
• Proven application of software engineering best practices: design, coding standards, code reviews, and maintainability.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, automation, and continuous integration workflows.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with AI-powered tools and technologies to enhance productivity and analysis.

Nice-to-have:

• Exposure to Linux kernel, device drivers, or open-source development.
• Knowledge of Wi‑Fi or other networking protocol stacks.
• Experience with RTOS-based environments.
• Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

About the Company

Company: Silicon Labs

Headquarters: Austin, Texas, USA

Silicon Labs is a leading innovator in low-power wireless connectivity, creating embedded technology that connects devices to improve lives. With a focus on advanced edge connectivity applications, the company provides device makers with cutting-edge solutions and support. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Silicon Labs operates in over 16 countries, serving markets such as smart home, industrial IoT, and smart cities.