Android / Linux Networking - Software Eng Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Software

HP; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

HP in Canada is seeking an Android/Linux Networking - Software Engineer to design, develop, and optimize networking capabilities on embedded software and firmware for Poly Video hardware products. The role includes resolving complex network issues, creating technical documentation, and staying current with embedded systems trends.

The ideal candidate has a strong C/C++ background, extensive embedded networking experience, and proficiency with network analysis tools, OS-level networking, and

Qualifications

• Strong C / C++ development background including object oriented design principles.
• Embedded Systems & Firmware Development.
• Ability to perform root cause analysis and resolve complex network incidents.
• Git (Version Control System).
• Linux / Android networking software development experience.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, NAT, routing, and switching.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise network equipment (Cisco, Aruba, Juniper, HP, or equivalent).
• Familiarity with IPv4 and IPv6 networking.
• Knowledge of routing protocols such as OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP.
• Experience with network security technologies including firewalls, VPNs, ACLs, and NAC solutions.
• Understanding of wireless networking technologies (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax) and WLAN troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Delivers software system designs and implementation on Android and Linux based systems with a specific focus on networking capabilities.
• Reviews and evaluates designs for compliance with design standards and provides feedback to improve product quality.
• Provides networking expertise and firmware leadership to cross-organization projects and activities.
• Collaborates with hardware engineers to ensure proper integration and communication between hardware and firmware components.
• Specifies and documents communication protocols, system states, and feature requirements with other teams.
• Drives innovation and integration of new technologies into firmware projects.
• Mentor less-experienced software firmware engineers to deliverables.

Skills

C / C++ development

Embedded Systems

Networking

Linux/Android networking

Git

Python

RTOS

TCP/IP

Troubleshooting network issues

Education

Four-year or Graduate Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline

Tools

Wireshark

Spirent

Ixia

SolarWinds

CI/CD tooling

Job description

Android / Linux Networking - Software Eng

Description -

Job Summary

This role is responsible for the design, development, and optimization of networking capabilities on embedded software and firmware for Poly Video hardware products. The role ensures the identification and resolution of software and firmware issues, ensuring timely and effective solutions. The role creates and updates technical documentation, including design specifications, code comments, and user guides. The role stays up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends in embedded systems and firmware development.

Responsibilities

• Delivers software system designs and implementation on Android and Linux based systems with a specific focus on networking capabilities.
• Reviews and evaluates designs and project activities for compliance with systems design and development guidelines and standards; provides tangible feedback to improve product quality and mitigate failure risk.
• Provides networking specific expertise and overall firmware leadership and perspective to cross-organization projects, programs, and activities.
• Collaborates with hardware engineers to ensure proper integration and communication between hardware and firmware components.
• Specifies and documents communication protocols, system states, and feature requirements in partnership with other firmware and software teams.
• Drives innovation and integration of new technologies into projects and activities in the firmware design organization.
• Mentor less-experienced software firmware engineers and help guide them to successful deliverables.

Education & Experience Recommended

• Four-year or Graduate Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or any other related discipline or commensurate work experience or demonstrated competence.
• Typically has 7-10 years of work experience, preferably in firmware development, or a related field.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong C / C++ development background including object oriented design principles
• Embedded Systems & Firmware Development
• Ability to perform root cause analysis and resolve complex network incidents
• Git (Version Control System)
• Linux / Android networking software development experience
• New Product Development including bringing up early development boards
• Python for network automation and testing
• Real-Time Operating Systems
• Comfortable reading and understanding C, C++, or Python source code to support troubleshooting, packet-flow analysis, and root-causes of network and protocol-related issues
• Experience with network simulation appliances (Ixia, Spirent)
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, NAT, routing, and switching.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise network equipment (Cisco, Aruba, Juniper, HP, or equivalent)
• Experience configuring and troubleshooting Layer 2 and Layer 3 networks.
• Knowledge of routing protocols such as OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP
• Experience with network security technologies including firewalls, VPNs, ACLs, and NAC solutions
• Understanding of wireless networking technologies (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax) and WLAN troubleshooting
• Familiarity with wireless authentication methods such as WPA/WPA2, WPA3, 802.1xEAP
• Experience with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools (Wireshark, SolarWinds, etc.)
• Knowledge of QoS implementation for voice and video traffic
• Familiarity with IPv4 and IPv6 networking
• Authentication methods such as PEAP, TLS, TTLS, NTLM

Nice To Have Skills

• Experience designing large-scale enterprise or global networks.
• Knowledge of SASE and Zero Trust architectures.
• Demonstrated background with APIs and Infrastructure-as-Code practices.
• Familiarity with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and automation frameworks.
• Understanding of network segmentation, micro-segmentation, and security compliance requirements.
• Experience supporting security audits and penetration testing remediation.
• Experience supporting VoIP, SIP, Teams Phone, Zoom, or conferencing solutions.

General Skills

• Effective Communication
• Results Orientation
• Learning Agility
• Customer Focused
• Good prioritization skills

Impact & Scope

• Impacts function and leads and/or provides expertise to functional