Senior Wireless Software Engineer – Connectivity Innovator

Axon; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 168,750 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and 401(k) with employer match

Discretionary paid time off

Paid parental leave

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Fitness Programs

Emotional & Mental Wellness support

Learning & Development programs

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

Snacks in the office

Job summary

A technology company in San Francisco seeks a Staff Wireless Software Engineer to lead the development of mission-critical wireless systems. The role involves architecture and implementation of communication stacks and collaborating with cross-functional teams for system performance. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of experience in wireless software development, strong C/C++ skills, and a deep understanding of wireless protocols. The company offers flexibility in a hybrid work environment with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in wireless software development.
• Strong C/C++ experience in embedded or systems environments.
• Deep understanding of wireless protocols (LTE, 5G NR, Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth).
• Experience with real‑time systems and low‑latency audio transport.
• Strong networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, UDP, RTP).

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of wireless communication stacks.
• Architect low-latency, high-reliability PTT and real-time voice transport systems.
• Collaborate with RF, hardware, and firmware teams for system performance.
• Define metrics and instrumentation for wireless performance at scale.

Skills

Wireless software development

C/C++

Wireless protocols

Real-time systems

Networking fundamentals

Debugging skills

Education

10+ years experience in wireless software development

Tools

Qualcomm SDKs

Job description

A technology company in San Francisco seeks a Staff Wireless Software Engineer to lead the development of mission-critical wireless systems. The role involves architecture and implementation of communication stacks and collaborating with cross-functional teams for system performance. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of experience in wireless software development, strong C/C++ skills, and a deep understanding of wireless protocols. The company offers flexibility in a hybrid work environment with competitive benefits.