Staff Software Engineer
About this role
We’re at the forefront of a once in a generational change in the broadband industry. Join us as we innovate, help our customers reach their potential, and connect underserved communities with unrivaled digital experiences.
Responsibilities and Duties:
In this highly challenging role, you will:
- Design and implement software features and unit tests related to Wi-Fi based on PRPL.
- Develop and integrate mesh networking features on prplMesh/Easymesh (prplOS) and RDK-B/OpenWRT-based platforms.
- Develop proof of concepts for new technologies.
- Research new Wi-Fi technologies.
- Debug and resolve field issues (client connectivity, roaming, stability, and interoperability) in collaboration with silicon vendors.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or equivalent.
- Over 9 years of experience in embedded system software development
- Strong programming skills in C/C++
- Strong understanding of Wi-Fi technologies including 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be and 802.11 extensions (802.11k, v, r), DFS, etc.
- Extensive experience with Linux programs, including device drivers and applications
- Extensive experience with WPA supplicant, Hostapd, and Radius protocol
- Extensive experience with IP networking and a good knowledge of TCP/IP
- Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills with a focus on innovation
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work on multiple tasks concurrently
- Self-starter who strives for results and continual improvement
- Must work well independently and as part of a team
Nice to Have:
- In-depth understanding of the 802.11 protocol suite and WLAN technology
- Experience on Qualcomm, Broadcom, MaxLinear platform etc.
- Experience on Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 7 (including MLO / 802.11be features).
- Hands-on experience with prplMesh/Easymesh, IEEE 1905.1, and 802.11s mesh networking, including Easymesh R5/R6 certification.
- Experience with RDK-B, prplOS, and/or OpenWRT gateway software stacks.
- Familiarity with Yocto build systems and embedded Linux kernel/driver development.
Location:
- India – (Flexible hybrid work model - work from Bangalore office for 20 days in a quarter)
Company at a glance
Calix is an AI platform company that enables service providers to transform their operations and accelerate delivery of differentiated experiences—so they can compete and win in the markets and communities they serve.
Through the AI-native Calix One platform, service providers can securely and privately activate agentic-AI alongside their human teams to acquire new subscribers, grow existing subscriber revenue, and build loyalty across residential, business, municipal, and MDU markets. More than 1,200 customers of all sizes leverage the Calix One platform, which has evolved over 15 years at an investment of more than $2 billion.
Calix innovation cycles are underpinned by a strong financial balance sheet and a people‑first culture that routinely earns broad industry recognition—winning 81 culture and innovation awards since 2025 alone, as well as Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For® in 2026.
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