Embedded Systems Engineer Jobs in Anaheim, CA (NOW HIRING)

Headquartered in the United States, TP-Link Systems Inc. is a global provider of reliable networking devices and smart home products, consistently ranked as the world’s top provider of Wi-Fi devices. The company is committed to delivering innovative products that enhance people’s lives through faster, more reliable connectivity. With a commitment to excellence, TP-Link serves customers in over 170 countries and continues to grow its global footprint.

We believe technology changes the world for the better! At TP-Link Systems Inc, we are committed to crafting dependable, high-performance products to connect users worldwide with the wonders of technology.

Embracing professionalism, innovation, excellence, and simplicity, we aim to assist our clients in achieving remarkable global performance and enable consumers to enjoy a seamless, effortless lifestyle.

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager, Embedded Systems Software Engineering belonging to the Omada product line (formerly called the Enterprise Engineering Department) to lead a team of engineers in designing, developing, and optimizing embedded software solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in embedded systems, software architecture, and team leadership, ensuring high-performance, reliable, and scalable solutions for our products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and scale embedded software organizations, define technical and execution strategy, and drive long-term platform and team success.
• Lead and manage a team of embedded software engineers, providing technical guidance and mentorship.
• Provide leadership and direct the activities of software engineers focused on the design of new products, enhancement of existing designs and improvement of software architecture design processes and procedures.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers, firmware developers, and other cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration.
• Define software architecture, coding standards, and best practices for embedded system development.
• Manage project timelines, resources, and deliverables to ensure on-time and high-quality software releases.
• Conduct code reviews, debugging, and performance optimization to maintain software reliability.
• Stay updated with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in embedded systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety, security, and regulatory standards relevant to embedded software development.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Conduct meticulous code reviews and provide mentorship to junior developers, ensuring strict adherence to coding standards and industry best practices.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in embedded software development, plus at least 5 years of experience in a leadership role.
• Strong expertise in embedded Linux programming with C/C++, particularly in kernel driver development and TCP/IP stack packet processing.
• Strong knowledge of networking protocols (NAT, TCP, UDP, IPv4, IPv6, HTTP, etc.) and hardware-software integration.
• Knowledge of package processing flow based on Linux TCP/IP stack, including Netfilter and Conntrack.
• Experience with low-level drivers, BSP development, and real-time constraints.
• Proficiency in debugging tools, emulators, and software profiling techniques.
• Familiarity with version control systems (Git) and CI/CD pipelines for embedded development.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to think strategically and act tactically.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with experience managing cross-functional teams.
• Highly motivated, positive, detail oriented and responsible.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the networking or electronics industry.
• Experience in hiring, developing, and managing a team of software developers. Ability to attract top talent and foster a collaborative, productive work environment.
• Experience working with large-scale deployments of embedded systems, particularly innetworking or telecommunications environments.
• Knowledge of wireless communication protocols, e.g. 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax.

Benefits

Salary range: $190,000-$240,000

• Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance (partial premium coverage for dependents)
• Employer quarterly contributions to 401k funds
• 15 days accrued vacation
• 11 paid holidays
• Bi-annual reviews, and annual pay increases
• Health and wellness benefits, including free gym membership
• Quarterly team-building event

At TP-Link Systems Inc., we are continually searching for ambitious individuals who are passionate about their work. We believe that diversity fuels innovation, collaboration, and drives our entrepreneurial spirit. As a global company, we highly value diverse perspectives and are committed to cultivating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and valued. We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Beyond compliance, we strive to create a supportive and growth-oriented workplace for everyone. If you share our passion and connection to this mission, we welcome you to apply and join us in building a vibrant and inclusive team at TP-Link Systems Inc.

Please, no third-party agency inquiries, and we are unable to offer visa sponsorships at this time.