Software Engineer- Infotainment

Paradigm Nat'l; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Paradigm Nat'l is seeking a Wireless Connectivity Software Engineer – Automotive to develop embedded WiFi software for vehicle platforms. The role emphasizes WiFi/802.11, network management, and tight integration with wireless hardware and software stacks.

You will collaborate across Infotainment, Platform, Security, and Hardware teams to deliver a scalable connectivity platform. You will engage in low-level driver interaction, debugging with logs and OTA data, and contribute to unit

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or closely related technical discipline.
• Strong working knowledge of WiFi and IEEE 802.11 protocols.
• Demonstrated proficiency developing software in modern C++.
• Solid understanding of computer networking concepts and protocols, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and related technologies.
• Strong analytical and debugging capabilities, with the ability to investigate complex technical problems from fundamental principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop, enhance, and support embedded software responsible for WiFi connectivity, configuration, and connection management within vehicle systems.
• Build and maintain WiFi Station (STA) functionality to support reliable, high-speed vehicle internet connectivity for OTA software updates and connected vehicle functionality.
• Develop WiFi Access Point (AP) capabilities supporting vehicle hotspot functionality and wireless CarPlay/Android Auto connectivity.
• Implement and support advanced IEEE 802.11 capabilities across automotive WiFi systems.
• Develop and improve connectivity logic and algorithms for network selection, roaming, and concurrent STA/AP operation.
• Architect modular software supporting multiple WiFi chipsets and vendors; integrate drivers, firmware, and SDKs.

Skills

Modern C++

WiFi / IEEE 802.11

Networking concepts

Debugging embedded systems

Vehicle connectivity

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering

Tools

GTest

GMock

wpa_supplicant

hostapd

Wireshark

Job description

Wireless Connectivity Software Engineer – Automotive

Position Overview

Our client is developing next-generation software-defined vehicle technology and is expanding its Connectivity engineering organization. They are seeking a Software Engineer with strong wireless networking expertise and advanced modern C++ skills to develop and enhance the WiFi software capabilities within its vehicle platforms.

This role focuses on embedded connectivity software, with an emphasis on WiFi/802.11 technologies, networking, vehicle connectivity, and integration with wireless hardware and software platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, enhance, and support embedded software responsible for WiFi connectivity, configuration, and connection management within vehicle systems.
• Build and maintain WiFi Station (STA) functionality to support reliable, high-speed vehicle internet connectivity for applications such as:
• Over-the-air (OTA) software updates
• Connected vehicle functionality
• Develop WiFi Access Point (AP) capabilities supporting vehicle hotspot functionality as well as wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity between personal devices and the vehicle's infotainment environment.
• Implement and support advanced IEEE 802.11 capabilities across automotive WiFi systems.
• Develop and improve connectivity logic and algorithms for network selection, roaming, and concurrent STA/AP operation, particularly in complex or unpredictable RF environments.
• Architect modular and maintainable software capable of supporting multiple WiFi chipsets, hardware configurations, and technology generations.
• Integrate WiFi chipset and module vendor components, including drivers, firmware, and software development kits (SDKs), and work directly with vendors to investigate and resolve technical issues.
• Diagnose and resolve wireless connectivity problems using over-the-air packet captures, vehicle logs, system telemetry, and other debugging techniques.
• Partner with engineers across Infotainment, UX, Platform, Security, Factory, and Hardware organizations to develop a scalable and reliable vehicle connectivity platform.
• Establish and maintain high software quality through unit testing, including GTest and GMock, along with adherence to established C++ development and coding practices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a closely related technical discipline.
• Strong working knowledge of WiFi and IEEE 802.11 protocols.
• Demonstrated proficiency developing software in modern C++.
• Solid understanding of computer networking concepts and protocols, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and related technologies.
• Strong analytical and debugging capabilities, with the ability to investigate complex technical problems from fundamental principles and develop effective solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve software and connectivity issues in embedded or systems-level environments.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in any of the following areas is beneficial:

• WiFi driver or firmware development, including experience with technologies such as wpa_supplicant or hostapd.
• Analysis of 802.11 wireless traffic and packet captures using tools such as Wireshark.
• Linux or Android networking, including routing, firewall, and network configuration.
• Kotlin and/or Java development.
• Additional wireless technologies such as Bluetooth or cellular communications.
• Qualcomm-based hardware or software platforms.

Professional Attributes

• Strong analytical reasoning, troubleshooting, and critical-thinking abilities.
• Comfortable operating in a fast-moving environment where technical priorities and requirements may change.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across multiple engineering disciplines.
• Willingness to adapt quickly to new technical challenges, tools, and development processes.
• Collaborative, team-oriented approach with a proactive attitude toward solving problems and moving projects forward.
• Ability to shift effectively between different technical areas and priorities when needed.
• Demonstrated ownership of assignments from investigation through execution and completion.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to quality and deadlines.
• Curious and motivated to learn new technologies, methodologies, and engineering practices.