Senior Software Engineer.

Airtel; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 1,400,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Airtel in India seeks a Senior Software Engineer to own complex networking and software problems, with hands‑on Python, Linux, and Wi‑Fi expertise. You will mentor juniors, design solutions aligned to Airtel network requirements, and contribute to execution across products.

Responsibilities include end‑to‑end ownership, troubleshooting with Wireshark, and developing automation for testing and monitoring. Strong communication and problem‑solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of hands‑on software, networking or telecom engineering experience.
• Strong networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing, switching.
• Proficient with Python for automation, scripting, and data parsing.
• Experience in Linux environments with shell scripting and log analysis.
• Knowledge of Wi‑Fi concepts: roaming, mesh, steering, band steering, etc.
• Exposure to 4G/5G mobility concepts including handovers and signaling.
• CCNA or equivalent certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own technical co‑ownership from concept to deployment and continuous assurance.
• Lead software evaluation and propose scalable solutions for Airtel networks.
• Translate network needs into detailed device and software requirements.
• Troubleshoot complex network/system issues using Wireshark and Linux diagnostics.
• Develop Python‑based automation for testing, monitoring, and data analysis.
• Mentor junior engineers and guide technical initiatives.
• Support Wi‑Fi features: roaming, mesh, steering, performance optimization.
• Work in Linux environments for scripting, debugging, and analysis.
• Lead root cause analysis and drive corrective actions.
• Create and review technical documentation, test reports, and proposals.
• Stay updated with emerging networking, Wi‑Fi, and telecom standards.

Skills

Python automation

Linux systems

Wi‑Fi technologies

Packet‑level diagnostics

Networking fundamentals

Troubleshooting

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/EC/IT

Tools

Wireshark

OpenWrt

prplOS

TR-181/TR-369 data models

Job description

Job Description: Senior Software Engineer

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and technically strong Senior Software Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will independently own complex problem areas across networking and software domains, with strong hands‑on expertise in Python, Linux systems, Wi‑Fi technologies, and packet‑level diagnostics. This role requires the ability to evaluate products, design solutions aligned to Airtel network requirements, and mentor junior engineers while contributing directly to execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own technical co‑ownership of products from conceptualization, evaluation, solution design, execution, deployment, and continuous assurance.
• Lead product software evaluation and propose scalable solutions aligned with Airtel network and deployment requirements.
• Translate Airtel network architecture and operational needs into detailed device and software requirements.
• Independently troubleshoot complex network and system issues using tools such as Wireshark, logs, and Linux diagnostics.
• Design, develop, and maintain Python‑based automation for testing, monitoring, and data analysis.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers.
• Support and validate Wi‑Fi features including roaming, mesh, steering, and performance optimization.
• Work extensively in Linux environments for scripting, debugging, and system‑level analysis.
• Lead root cause analysis and drive corrective and preventive actions for field and lab issues.
• Create and review technical documentation, test reports, and solution proposals.
• Stay updated with emerging networking, Wi‑Fi, and telecom technologies and standards.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Electronics & Communication, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5-8 years of hands‑on experience in software, networking, or telecom engineering roles.
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing, switching).
• Hands‑on expertise with Wireshark and packet‑level analysis.
• Strong proficiency in Python for automation, scripting, and data parsing.
• Solid experience working in Linux environments, including shell scripting and log analysis.
• Strong understanding of Wi‑Fi technologies and concepts (802.11 standards, roaming, mesh, steering, band steering etc.).
• Exposure to 4G/5G mobility concepts including handovers and signaling.
• Excellent problem‑solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in ISP or telecom operator environments.
• Knowledge of GPON, OMCI, and broadband access technologies.
• Experience in OpenWrt platform, OpenWrt packages, prplOS, or embedded networking platforms.
• Experience in TR-181 and TR-369 data models.
• Relevant certifications such as CCNA or equivalent.
• Experience mentoring engineers or leading small technical initiatives.