Description Synaptics is leading the charge in AI at the Edge bringing AI closer to end users and transforming how we engage with intelligent connected devices whether at home at work or on the move As the go-to partner for the world s most forward-thinking product innovators Synaptics powers the future with its cutting-edge Synaptics Astra TM AI-Native embedded compute Veros TM wireless connectivity and multimodal sensing solutions We re making the digital experience smarter faster more intuitive secure and seamless From touch display and biometrics to AI-driven wireless connectivity video vision audio speech and security processing Synaptics is the force behind the next generation of technology enhancing how we live work and play Overview Synaptics is looking for a Sr Software Engineer to join our dynamic and growing organization This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a global team working to create revolutionary products In this role you will be working in the WLAN Software Engineering team responsible for Wi-Fi driver design and development to productize the latest generation of IoT WLAN products This position reports to the Sr Manager Software Engineering Responsibilities Competencies Job DutiesDesign and develop Wi-Fi drivers to productize the latest generation of IoT WLAN products Provide low level hardware bring-up and firmware development in an RTOS environment and network device driver development on Linux Develop cutting edge Wi-Fi features and 802 11 upper mac protocols Work on various Software lifecycle components including requirements analysis design implementation qualification and production release Partner with Wi-Fi MAC Systems Silicon and QA teams to support pre-tapeout qualification silicon bring up feature development and performance optimization of Wi-Fi chips CompetenciesSolid understanding of Wi-Fi protocol concepts Understanding of Software system architecture and Embedded Systems Solid programming debugging and troubleshooting skills in C Excellent analytical abilities Proactive self-starter able to work independently in a fast-paced environment Well organized with strong attention to detail proactively ensures work is accurate Positive attitude and work ethic unafraid to ask questions and explore new ideas Resourceful and able to solve problems through practical use of technology and a solid understanding of product architecture Good verbal and written communication skills in English Strong team player with the ability to work collaboratively within a diverse cross-functional team Qualifications Requirements Bachelor s degree in Computer Science or Electronics Engineering or related field or equivalent 5 years of relevant industry experience Experience with embedded systems and real-time operating systems RTOS Hands on experience in collecting Wi-Fi sniffer traces and analyzing Knowledge of Wi-Fi protocols 802 11a b g n ac ax Hands on experience working with Wi-Fi host drivers and device firmware No travel required Belief in Diversity Synaptics is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin color age religion protected veteran or disability status or genetic information