Senior Engineer, Connectivity Software, UWB - WIFI

Samsung Semiconductor Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 138,000 - 206,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4+ weeks of paid time off

Flexible work environment

Wellness programs

Emotional wellness support

Job summary

Samsung Semiconductor Inc. is seeking Software Engineers to develop software infrastructure for WLAN chipsets at our San Jose, CA headquarters. Candidates should possess expertise in MAC Layer concepts and firmware development.

The role involves collaborating with teams on firmware features and includes significant debugging responsibilities. We emphasize a flexible work environment and offer extensive benefits, including paid time off and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant industry experience, or Master's with 3+ years or PhD with 0+ years.
• Excellent coding skills in C in embedded space for firmware development.
• Ability to debug issues with low-level embedded software.

Responsibilities

• Work with 802.11 WLAN chipsets, devices and protocols.
• Collaborate with wider teams for end-to-end feature deliverables.
• Design and develop modules in embedded firmware.

Skills

C programming

Firmware development

WLAN standards knowledge

Debugging low-level embedded software

Network analyzers

Testing tools (WFA test beds)

Python

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Wireshark

Git

Job description

The Samsung Semiconductor Inc., Wireless Connectivity Software Engineering team is seeking highly motivated and enthusiastic Software Engineers to join our team in developing software infrastructure, framework, and protocol stack for 802.11 based WLAN chipsets. We are looking for engineers with expertise in MAC Layer concepts and firmware development. As a member of the Wireless Software team, you will design and develop MAC and physical layer software modules covering both data and control paths for various WLAN and UWB chipsets.

Location: Daily onsite presence at our San Jose, CA headquarters in alignment with our Flexible Work policy.

Req: 42955

What You'll Do

• Work with 802.11 WLAN chipsets, devices and protocols, including other networking devices
• Collaborate with wider teams to for end to end feature deliverables build and maintain production quality Firmware
• Design and develop modules in embedded firmware for Samsung's Wireless Connectivity solutions
• Major focus will be implementing, unit testing and fixing issues various features of 802.11 MAC

What You Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Computer Science Discipline with 5+ years of relevant industry experience, or Master's with 3+ years or PhD with 0+ years in field of wireless communication technologies.
• Excellent coding skills in C in embedded space for firmware development is critical.
• Ability to debug issues with low-level embedded software, custom/proprietary code and enhancements.
• WLAN standards, domain knowledge of Wi‑Fi (IEEE 802.11) MAC protocols, WFA protocols and coexistence with other wireless technologies such as BT, UWB and cellular.
• Knowledge of OFDM, OFDMA principals, beam forming and RF concepts will be additional advantage.
• Understanding of QoS concepts and data path optimization algorithms.
• Understanding of the Linux Operating System, kernel and device driver development.
• Ability to use various debugging tools such as Wireshark, testing tools such as WFA test beds, version control tools such as git.
• Knowledge of Python will be additional advantage
• Familiarity with other wireless technologies such as BT, Ultra‑Wide band and Cellular 4G/5G not required but preferred.
• Excellent coding skills in C programming languages.
• Strong understanding of MAC Layer concepts & physical layer (e.g., modulation analysis (OFDM, OFDMA)) Concepts.
• Experience in developing firmware for wireless communication protocols (WLAN).
• Fluency in using lab equipment such as network analyzers, WFA test beds, signal generators, power meters etc.
• Familiarity with WLAN standards & domain knowledge of Wi‑Fi MAC/PHY Specifications.
• You’re inclusive, adapting your style to the situation and diverse global norms of our people.
• An avid learner, you approach challenges with curiosity and resilience, seeking data to help build understanding.
• You’re collaborative, building relationships, humbly offering support and openly welcoming approaches.
• Innovative and creative, you proactively explore new ideas and adapt quickly to change.

What We Offer

The pay range below is for all roles at this level across all U.S. locations and functions. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. We also offer incentive opportunities that reward employees based on individual and company performance. This is in addition to our diverse package of benefits centered around the wellbeing of our employees and their loved ones. In addition to the usual Medical/Dental/Vision/401(k), our inclusive rewards plan empowers our people to care for their whole selves. An investment in your future is an investment in ours.

We offer a charitable giving match and frequent opportunities to get involved, support the community. You start with 4+ weeks of paid time off a year, plus holidays and sick leave. We provide support for family through stipend for fertility care or adoption, medical travel support, and virtual vet care for pets. Emotional wellness support includes on‑demand apps and free confidential therapy sessions. Wellness programs include onsite cafe and gym, plus virtual classes. Flexible environment to balance work and life.

Base Pay Range: $138,000 – $206,000 USD

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