Description :

The Role :

We are looking for a hands-on Software Architect to shape the architecture of embedded software, Wi-Fi protocol stacks, low-level firmware, and Linux drivers for our next-generation Wi-Fi ICs.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the architectural foundations of advanced wireless connectivity balancing execution today with a forward-looking vision of where our overall system, spanning both software and hardware, should be tomorrow.

As part of a collaborative group of architects, you will work across execution, planning, and long-term strategy : defining architectures, guiding designs, and shaping the direction of our technology to align with evolving Wi-Fi standards and product needs.

Responsibilities :

Execution :

- Own software architecture and design, and guide implementations to align with architectural direction.

- Debug complex system-level issues and provide solutions with architectural insights.

- Perform code reviews from an architectural and system perspective to ensure scalability, performance, and maintainability.

Planning :

- Collaborate with engineering managers on JIRA top-level split, estimation, and backlog structuring to ensure feasibility and alignment with architectural goals.

- Provide technical input on schedules, dependencies, and integration risks.

Broad and Long-Term Vision :

- Shape the long-term architectural vision for embedded software, Wi-Fi protocol stacks, and Linux drivers.

- Contribute to Wi-Fi specifications and standards and track industry trends to influence product direction.

- Drive strategic architectural initiatives that position Silicon Labs as a leader in wireless connectivity.

- Advocate for open-source/Linux engagement, including upstream contributions where valuable.

- Ensure rigor in software quality by driving unit testing, functional testing, continuous integration, and verification practices across the team.

Skills you'll need :

- Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.

- 12+ years of professional software development experience, including significant experience in an Architect role, with a strong focus on embedded systems, communication stacks, or Linux kernel drivers.

- Proven ability to define and evolve software architectures for complex embedded systems, making thoughtful trade-offs across performance, power, scalability, reliability, and maintainability.

- Strong knowledge of software architecture and design patterns, with the ability to apply them pragmatically to achieve the best architecture without unnecessary reinvention.

- Demonstrated expertise in documenting and communicating architectures and designs in a clear and structured way for engineering teams and stakeholders.

- Ability to provide logical reasoning and lead technical conversations, building consensus around the best architectural and design choices, and influencing across architects, engineering teams, and leadership.

- Deep experience in system-level thinking and HW/SW partitioning, including designing software for complex SoCs and hardware accelerators.

- Deep expertise in Wi-Fi protocols or other communication stacks.

- Solid understanding of Linux kernel architecture and device drivers, including upstreaming practices.

- Hands-on proficiency in C development and low-level debugging at system and driver layers.

- Strong exposure to CI/CD pipelines, integration testing, and performance benchmarking frameworks.

The following qualifications will be considered a plus :

- Contributions to open-source projects (Linux kernel, networking stacks, etc.

- Familiarity with real-time operating systems (RTOS) alongside Linux.

- Knowledge of security in embedded software, including secure boot, cryptography, and trusted execution environments.

- Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies and experience collaborating in iterative development environments.

Benefits & Perks :

- Not only will you be joining a highly skilled and tight-knit team where every engineer makes a significant impact on the product; we also strive for good work/life balance and to make our environment welcoming and fun.

- Equity Rewards (RSUs).

- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).

- Insurance plans with Outpatient cover.

- National Pension Scheme (NPS).

- Flexible work policy.

- Childcare support.