Engineer, Connectivity Software - WiFi
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- Collaborate with wider teams to for end to end feature deliverables build and maintain production quality Firmware
- Design and develop modules in embedded firmware for Samsung's Wireless Connectivity solutions
- Major focus will be implementing, unit testing and fixing issues various features of 802.11 MAC, Give Back With a charitable giving match and frequent opportunities to get involved, we take an active role in supporting the community. Enjoy Time Away You'll start with 4+ weeks of paid time off a year, plus holidays and sick leave, to rest and recharge. Care for Family Whatever family means to you, we want to support you along the way-including a stipend for fertility care or adoption, medical travel support, and virtual vet care for your fur babies. Prioritize Emotional Wellness With on-demand apps and free confidential therapy sessions, you'll have support no matter where you are. Stay Fit Eating well and being active are important parts of a healthy life. Our onsite Caf and gym, plus virtual classes, make it easier. Embrace Flexibility Benefits are best when you have the space to use them. That's why we facilitate a flexible environment so you can find the right balance for you.
Requirements
The Samsung Semiconductor Inc., Wireless Connectivity Software Engineering team is seeking highly motivated and enthusiastic Software Engineers to join our team in developing software infrastructure, framework, and protocol stack for 802.11 based WLAN chipsets. We are looking for engineers with expertise in MAC Layer concepts and firmware development. As a member of the WLAN Software team, you will be responsible for developing software modules for the data path and control path in MAC and physical layer of various WLAN chipsets., * Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Computer Science Discipline with 5+ years of relevant industry experience, or Master's with 3+ years or PhD with 0+ years in field of wireless communication technologies.
- Excellent coding skills in C in embedded space for firmware development is critical.
- Ability to debug issues with low-level embedded software, custom/proprietary code and enhancements.
- WLAN standards, domain knowledge of Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11) MAC protocols, WFA protocols and coexistence with other wireless technologies such as BT, UWB and cellular.
- Knowledge of OFDM, OFDMA principals, beam forming and RF concepts will be additional advantage.
- Understanding of QoS concepts and data path optimization algorithms.
- Understanding of the Linux Operating System, kernel and device driver development.
- Ability to use various debugging tools such as wireshark, testing tools such as WFA test beds, version control tools such as git.
- Knowledge of Python will be additional advantage
- Familiarity with other wireless technologies such as BT, Ultra Wide band and Cellular 4G/5G not required but preferred.
- Excellent coding skills in C programming languages.
- Strong understanding of MAC Layer concepts & physical layer (e.g., modulation analysis (OFDM, OFDMA)) Concepts.
- Experience in developing firmware for wireless communication protocols (WLAN).
- Fluency in using lab equipment such as network analyzers, WFA test beds, signal generators, power meters etc.
- Familiarity with WLAN standards & domain knowledge of Wi-Fi MAC/PHY Specifications.
- You're inclusive, adapting your style to the situation and diverse global norms of our people.
- An avid learner, you approach challenges with curiosity and resilience, seeking data to help build understanding.
- You're collaborative, building relationships, humbly offering support and openly welcoming approaches.
- Innovative and creative, you proactively explore new ideas and adapt quickly to change.