RDK Embedded Software Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 26, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 26, 2026.
Requirements Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in embedded software development within an RDK environment. Experienced Embedded Software Engineer with strong expertise in RDK platforms, embedded C/C++ development, Linux systems, and networking technologies. Responsible for developing, testing, debugging, and optimizing embedded software solutions for network devices and firmware applications, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, high-performance solutions. Develop, test, debug, and optimize embedded software applications using C/C++ on RDK-based platforms. Implement and troubleshoot Wi-Fi functionalities, including packet analysis, security modes, and configuration using Hostapd concepts. Work with Linux-based systems using BusyBox, Bash, and shell scripting to automate tasks and optimize system performance. Configure and troubleshoot networking components and protocols, including OCS concepts, DHCP, DNS, NTP, subnets, and VLANs. Perform system debugging and diagnostics using GDB, memory debugging tools, Wireshark, packet capture utilities, and network troubleshooting tools. Contribute to Yocto Project build processes, recipes, manifests, and embedded software integration. Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve complex firmware and networking issues. Apply analytical and problem-solving skills to improve embedded system reliability, performance, and stability. Strong hands-on experience with C/C++ programming and embedded system development. Practical experience with Wi-Fi technologies, packet analysis, security configurations, and Hostapd concepts. Good knowledge of Linux systems, BusyBox, and Bash scripting. Strong understanding of networking concepts, including DHCP, DNS, NTP, subnets, VLANs, and network services. Experience with debugging and diagnostic tools such as GDB, memory debugging tools, Wireshark, and packet capture utilities. Ability to troubleshoot complex issues across embedded software, firmware, and network environments. Experience with Rust programming. Knowledge of Yocto Project build systems, recipes, manifests, and configuration. Experience developing firmware for embedded networking devices. Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills in networked embedded environments.
Benefits A challenging, innovating environment. Opportunities for learning where needed.