System Architect - Wireless Embedded

EPAM Systems; Coimbatore District; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 6,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

LinkedIn Learning access

Sponsored tech talks & Hackathons

Job summary

EPAM Systems, Inc. is seeking a seasoned System Architect - Wireless Embedded to lead architecture design for a cloud-native Unified Connectivity Platform, covering Enterprise Wi-Fi, NMS, ACS, Analytics, and Service Assurance.

You will oversee AP software, firmware, and SDK ecosystems, guiding lifecycle, onboarding, and security considerations. The role requires deep expertise in AP software, embedded Linux, and Wi‑Fi technology stacks, with hands-on background in driver development and

Qualifications

• Experience in AP software/firmware architecture and embedded Linux.
• Experience with AP onboarding, provisioning, and device lifecycle workflows.
• Background in Wi-Fi technology stacks and chipset SDK ecosystems.

Responsibilities

• Lead AP software/embedded architecture discovery with stakeholders.
• Design AP–Controller–Cloud integration including provisioning and policy sync.
• Define device lifecycle, firmware management, OTA strategies, and diagnostics.

Skills

AP software

Wireless embedded

Embedded Linux

802.11 stack

Wi-Fi driver

SDK integration

OTA updates

Device lifecycle

Telemetry

Security

Tools

OpenWrt

EasyMesh

prplMesh

OpenWiFi

Job description

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.We are seeking a seasoned System Architect - Wireless Embedded to spearhead the architecture design of a cloud-native Unified Connectivity Platform covering Enterprise Wi-Fi, NMS, ACS, Analytics, and Service Assurance. This position will oversee AP software, firmware, chipset/SDK, and AP–Controller architecture, contributing to the Discovery & Architecture phase to establish the MVP, target architecture, and future roadmap for connected network operations.ResponsibilitiesDirect AP software / wireless embedded architecture discovery in collaboration with engineering and product stakeholders, establishing the target AP software and device architectureDesign AP–Controller–Cloud integration, encompassing communication, authentication, onboarding, provisioning, configuration, and policy synchronizationEstablish device lifecycle, interoperability, and device-cloud interfaces throughout the platformBuild the AP software stack spanning 802.11, drivers, embedded Linux/OpenWrt, EasyMesh/prplMesh/OpenWiFi, and chipset/SDK ecosystemsEstablish firmware lifecycle and OTA architecture, covering versioning, compatibility, rollout, and rollbackSet up diagnostics, telemetry, logging, health monitoring, and operational visibility mechanismsAssess Build vs. Reuse vs. Extend options across assets, OpenWiFi, chipset/vendor SDKs, and third-party componentsPinpoint architecture, performance, security, and interoperability implementation risksPartner with Enterprise Wi-Fi/WLC and Cloud/Platform Architects to align AP capabilities, RF/RRM, client intelligence, security, and roaming requirementsContribute to architecture decisions, prioritization, estimation, roadmap, and phased deliveryRequirements12-18 years of overall IT experience12+ years working in AP software development, wireless embedded systems development, networking devices, gateways, or related product engineeringDeep knowledge of AP software/firmware architecture, embedded Linux, device architecture, and product engineeringBackground in AP onboarding, provisioning, configuration management, device lifecycle, firmware management, and OTA update mechanismsGrasp of AP–Controller communication, control/data-plane interactions, WLAN management, and device lifecycle workflowsPractical knowledge of Wi-Fi 5, Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi 7, and IEEE 802.11 technologiesBackground in Wi-Fi driver development, middleware, and SDK integration, including 802.11 stack components, performance, and debuggingExperience working with Qualcomm, MediaTek, Broadcom, Intel, or similar Wi-Fi chipset platforms and SDK ecosystemsBackground in embedded Linux, drivers, BSPs, middleware, hardware abstraction, and device-level software development & architectureCapability to evaluate chipset/SDK constraints and convert them into architecture, integration, performance, and roadmap decisionsKnowledge of MQTT, SNMP, NETCONF, gRPC/gNMI, Syslog, and streaming telemetry frameworksExperience linking device software with cloud-native platforms, REST APIs, event-driven services, and SaaS/device-cloud architecturesAbility to convert requirements into scalable device/software solutions while working across Product, Architecture, Cloud, Firmware, Hardware, QA, and Operations teamsNice to haveBackground in OpenWiFi / TIP OpenWiFi / uCentral / OpenWrt / EasyMesh / prplMesh or similar ecosystemsWe offerOpportunity to work on technical challenges that may impact across geographiesVast opportunities for self-development: online university, knowledge sharing opportunities globally, learning opportunities through external certificationsOpportunity to share your ideas on international platformsSponsored Tech Talks & HackathonsUnlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutionsPossibility to relocate to any EPAM office for short and long-term projectsFocused individual developmentBenefit package:Health benefitsRetirement benefitsPaid time offFlexible benefitsForums to explore beyond work passion (CSR, photography, painting, sports, etc.)