Embedded Firmware Engineer, Home Networking

TP-Link Systems Inc.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free snacks & drinks

Lunch Fridays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Bi-annual reviews

Annual pay raises

Gym membership

Team events

Job summary

TP-Link Systems Inc. in Irvine, CA, seeks an Embedded Software Engineer to design, develop, and optimize consumer networking products such as routers, access points, and switches. You will drive features from concept to production with a focus on performance, reliability, and safety.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of embedded software experience, strong C/C++, familiarity with RTOS/Linux, and a collaborative mindset to work across cross-functional teams in a fast-paced hardware company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience developing embedded software.
• Strong skills in software design, programming (C/C++), scripting, and debugging.
• Familiarity with embedded operating systems (e.g., RTOS, Linux) and real‑time system design.
• Knowledge of network protocols and standards (e.g., DHCP, IPv4, IPv6).
• Experience with microcontrollers, processors, and hardware interfaces like UART, SPI, I2C, and GPIO.
• Proficiency with debugging tools like GDB, Wireshark, and terminal applications.
• Understanding of the software development lifecycle, including version control, unit testing, and CI.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with product management to conduct technical research and feasibility assessments that guide product design decisions
• Design and develop embedded networking products, leading chipset bring‑up, SDK integration, and application development across multiple hardware platforms
• Partner with hardware teams to implement hardware‑dependent functions and resolve integration challenges
• Develop new features for real‑time embedded systems using C/C++, optimizing firmware for performance, memory efficiency, and power usage
• Create clear and comprehensive technical documentation, including design specifications, software architecture, and other necessary documents
• Conduct code reviews, providing feedback to uphold coding standards and best practices
• Perform unit, integration, and system testing, collaborating with QA to define testing strategies
• Manage firmware releases, including maintaining detailed documentation, user manuals, and change logs
• Ensure product readiness for production by developing manufacturing tools, facilitating certifications, and providing on‑site support
• Investigate and address customer‑reported issues, implementing firmware updates to enhance performance
• Mentor junior engineers in coding, debugging, and software design best practices
• Conduct industry analysis to stay informed of trends and maintain a competitive edge

Skills

C/C++ programming

RTOS/Linux familiarity

Network protocols

Debugging

UI CI/CD

Scripting

GDB/Wireshark

UART/SPI/I2C/GPIO

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Job description

TP-Link Systems Inc. in Irvine, CA, seeks an Embedded Software Engineer to design, develop, and optimize consumer networking products such as routers, access points, and switches. You will drive features from concept to production with a focus on performance, reliability, and safety.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of embedded software experience, strong C/C++, familiarity with RTOS/Linux, and a collaborative mindset to work across cross-functional teams in a fast-paced hardware company.