Sr. Embedded Firmware Engineer (Switch)
Job Description
Ubiquiti Inc. currently focuses on 3 main technologies: high-capacity distributed Internet access, unified information technology, and next-gen consumer electronics for home and personal use. The majority of the company’s resources consist of entrepreneurial and de-centralized R&D teams. Ubiquiti does not employ a traditional direct sales force, but instead drives brand awareness largely through the company’s user community where customers can interface directly with R&D, marketing, and support. With over 70 million devices shipped in over 200 countries and territories in the world, Ubiquiti aims to connect everyone to everything, everywhere. Ubiquiti was founded by former Apple engineer Robert Pera in 2005. More insight about the company management can be found at www.rjpblog.com.
Overview:
At Ubiquiti Inc., we create technology platforms for Businesses, Smart Homes, and Internet Service Providers, driven by our goal to connect everyone, everywhere. To date, Ubiquiti has shipped over 100 million devices worldwide, from ISP networking products to the next generation of IT solutions. Our growth is made possible by the dedicated team of hundreds behind the scenes. From software developers and product managers to designers and strategists, Team UI is driven to achieve our common goal: Rethinking IT.
About the Role:
We are seeking a highly skilled Sr. Embedded Firmware Engineer to take ownership of Switching feature development and integration across our UniFi Switching. You’ll design, build, and optimize critical components that deliver secure, reliable, and high-performance connectivity for our global users.
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and optimize embedded firmware for switches.
- Analyze datasheets for sensors, microcontrollers, and peripherals; implement corresponding drivers in RTOS or embedded Linux environments.
- Collaborate with hardware, BSP, and Network teams to integrate features and ensure seamless performance.
- Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve complex firmware issues.
- Ensure firmware stability, scalability, and performance for large-scale networks.
- Drive continuous improvement in the development process to ensure timely delivery of high-quality firmware.
- Organize and prioritize work across multiple projects simultaneously.
Minimum Qualifications:
- PhD or MS in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering.
- Detailed knowledge of operating system internals, C/C++ language, object-oriented design, as well as strong C/C++ debugging skills on embedded-systems.
- 3+ years of hands-on experience in embedded firmware development on RTOS, with a focus on networking or switch systems.
- Experience with BSP and Linux device driver development.
- Strong debugging skills and experience in resolving complex firmware issues.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
- Ability to organize and prioritize work across several projects simultaneously.
- Aggressive working attitude.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with L2/L3 switching features or Linux driver development.
- Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development methodologies.
- Strong written and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical topics.