Associate Staff Engineer - Embedded Systems/C++/Debugging/Wi-Fi protocols

Hyderabad, Telangana
Permanent
Full-time

2 days ago

Silicon Labs (NASDAQ: SLAB) is the leading innovator in low-power wireless connectivity, building embedded technology that connects devices and improves lives. Merging cutting-edge technology into the world’s most highly integrated SoCs, Silicon Labs provides device makers the solutions, support, and ecosystems needed to create advanced edge connectivity applications. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Silicon Labs has operations in over 16 countries and is the trusted partner for innovative solutions in the smart home, industrial IoT, and smart cities markets. Learn more at .Position OverviewWe are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Associate Staff Engineer to join our Matter Stack team, contributing to the development and optimization of embedded software for smart home and IoT applications. This role demands strong technical expertise in embedded systems, C++, and wireless protocols, along with a proven ability to mentor team members and drive technical excellence.Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain embedded software components for the Matter protocol stack.
Lead technical initiatives and guide the team in solving complex engineering challenges.
Mentor junior engineers, conduct code reviews, and foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate Matter with Wi-Fi and Thread-based platforms.
Perform hands-on debugging using industry-standard tools (e.g., JTAG, GDB, Logic Analyzers).
Optimize performance and reliability of embedded systems in resource-constrained environments.
Contribute to protocol compliance, certification, and interoperability testing.
Participate in architecture discussions and technical documentation.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics, or related field.
8+ years of experience in embedded systems development.
Strong proficiency in C++, with a deep understanding of memory management, concurrency, and object-oriented design.
Proven experience in hands-on debugging of embedded systems using tools like GDB, JTAG, and trace analyzers.
Solid understanding of Wi-Fi protocols, including 802.11 standards, WPA/WPA2, and IP networking.
Familiarity with RTOS environments and low-level hardware interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C).
Demonstrated experience in mentoring engineers and leading technical projects.

Nice to Have

Experience with Thread, Zigbee, or other mesh networking protocols.
Exposure to Matter (Connected Home over IP) protocol stack.
Knowledge of IPv6, mDNS, and secure commissioning flows.

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 coverNational Pension Scheme (NPS)Flexible work policyChildcare supportSilicon Labs is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of our employees. Employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and job-related criteria without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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