Embedded Linux C++ Developer (Networking/Wireless)

Weekday AI (YC W21); Bengaluru; On-site; INR 600,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Weekday AI in Bengaluru is seeking an experienced Embedded Linux C++ Developer to build and maintain robust embedded applications focused on networking and wireless communication on Linux-based systems. The role involves hands-on development, debugging, performance optimization, and close collaboration with hardware and software teams to deliver reliable embedded solutions.

Candidates should have 6+ years and a BE/B.Tech in a related field.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of professional embedded software development with networking or wireless products.
• BE/B.Tech in CS/Electronics or related field.
• Strong hands-on proficiency in C/C++ and Linux.
• Deep knowledge of TCP/IP, IPv4/IPv6, DHCP, DNS, DDNS, and mDNS.
• Experience with Embedded Linux devices and cross‑compilation.
• Proficient in Wi‑Fi/WPA Supplicant and WPA2/WPA3, and Bluetooth (Classic & BLE).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, integrate, and maintain C/C++ apps on Embedded Linux.
• Develop networking apps using TCP/IP, IPv4/IPv6, DHCP, DNS, DDNS, and mDNS.
• Implement and troubleshoot Wi‑Fi in Linux with WPA Supplicant.
• Develop Wi‑Fi connectivity features including WPA2/3 and Enterprise auth.
• Work on Bluetooth Classic and BLE, including RFCOMM, GATT, HID, HOGP, SSP.
• Create scripts for automation, diagnostics, and deployment.
• Cross-compile and deploy apps for embedded targets.
• Debug using GDB/Valgrind/Qt Creator; perform root-cause analysis.

Skills

C/C++

Embedded Linux

Networking

WiFi/Bluetooth

GDB

Valgrind

Cross-compilation

Git

Shell scripting

Education

BE/B.Tech in CS/Electronics or related engineering

Tools

Qt Creator

CMake

qmake

Job description

This role is for one of the Weekly's clients.

Salary range: Rs 600000 - Rs 30000000 (ie INR 6-30 LPA)

Experience: 6+ yrs

Location: Bengaluru

Job Type: Full-time

We are looking for an experienced Embedded Linux C++ Developer to build and maintain robust embedded applications focused on networking, wireless communication, and Linux-based systems. The role involves hands‑on development, system integration, debugging, performance optimization, and troubleshooting across embedded platforms.

The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in C/C++, Embedded Linux, networking protocols, Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth, and network applications, along with the ability to work closely with hardware and software teams to deliver reliable embedded solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, integrate, and maintain C/C++ applications on Embedded Linux platforms
• Develop networking applications using TCP/IP, IPv4, IPv6, DHCP, DNS, DDNS, and mDNS
• Implement and troubleshoot Wi‑Fi functionality in Linux environments using WPA Supplicant
• Develop Wi‑Fi connectivity features supporting WPA2, WPA3, PSK, Enterprise authentication, and Access Point modes
• Work on Bluetooth Classic and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) functionality
• Develop and integrate Bluetooth profiles and protocols including RFCOMM, GATT, HID, and HOGP, along with SSP authentication
• Develop and maintain shell scripts for system automation, diagnostics, and deployment
• Build and integrate applications using CMake and qmake
• Perform cross-compilation and application deployment for embedded Linux targets
• Debug application, networking, memory, and performance issues using GDB, Valgrind, and Qt Creator
• Analyze system‑level issues and perform root‑cause analysis across software, networking, and hardware interfaces
• Optimize application performance, memory consumption, reliability, and resource utilization
• Work with device interfaces including serial communication, USB, and network interfaces
• Collaborate with hardware, firmware, networking, and software engineering teams to ensure seamless system integration
• Maintain clean, modular, maintainable code and contribute to technical documentation
• Follow secure coding practices and reliability standards for embedded systems
• Use Git and established software‑development practices for source‑code management and collaboration

What's Makes You a Great Fit

• 6+ years of professional experience in embedded software development, preferably with networking or wireless products
• BE/B.Tech in Computer Science, Electronics, or a related engineering discipline
• Strong hands‑on proficiency in C/C++ and Linux
• Solid understanding of networking technologies and protocols, particularly TCP/IP, IPv4/IPv6, DHCP, DNS, DDNS, and mDNS
• Practical experience developing applications for Embedded Linux devices
• Strong experience with Wi‑Fi development, WPA Supplicant, WPA2/WPA3, PSK, Enterprise authentication, and Access Point mode
• Experience with Bluetooth Classic and BLE, including RFCOMM, GATT, HID, HOGP, and SSP
• Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills using GDB, Valgrind, or Qt Creator debugger
• Experience identifying and resolving memory leaks, performance bottlenecks, crashes, and system‑level issues
• Familiarity with cross‑compilation, CMake, qmake, Git, and shell scripting
• Understanding of device drivers, serial communication, USB interfaces, and embedded system architecture
• Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to investigate complex issues across software and hardware boundaries
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Exposure to network‑connected peripherals such as barcode printers is an advantage
• Familiarity with QML, custom UI components, animations, framebuffer rendering, or responsive embedded interfaces is a plus
• Knowledge of secure coding, system reliability, and production‑quality embedded software practices is highly valued