Senior Principal Engineer I

Job description

Experience: 15+ years of experience in embedded and broadband eco systems We are looking for an experienced RDK-B Architect to lead the design and delivery of broadband gateway (CPE) solutions. You will own the end-to-end software architecture, drive platform integration across chipset vendors, and ensure alignment with operator requirements for performance, scalability, and reliability. Key Responsibilities • Own end-to-end RDK-B architecture for broadband gateway/CPE programs • Define system design, layering, upgrade strategy, and extension mechanisms • Lead integration with SoC/vendor SDKs (Broadcom, Airoha/MediaTek, Qualcomm) • Routing, bridging, NAT/firewall, DNS/DHCP • Wi-Fi management and optimization • TR-069, WebPA, USP provisioning frameworks • Define and manage Yocto-based build systems, meta layers, and release pipelines • Optimize system performance (memory, boot time, stability) • Support certification, field debugging, and issue resolution • Collaborate with product, QA, and vendors for successful delivery • Represent the organization in RDK community engagements where applicable • Drive platform security aspects (secure boot, firmware upgrade strategy) Required Skills & Experience • Strong expertise in C/C++ and embedded Linux • Hands-on experience with RDK-B platform • Experience with Yocto / embedded build systems • IPv4/IPv6, routing, switching, protocols • DSL / Fiber / Cable / Fixed Wireless gateways • Logs, packet capture, system-level analysis • Experience working with Broadcom, Airoha/MediaTek, or Qualcomm chipsets Good to Have • Experience with PON (GPON/XGS-PON), DOCSIS, LTE/5G WAN • Wi-Fi mesh/controller ecosystems (Airties, Plume, CTS) • Knowledge of multicast, QoS, traffic management • Exposure to large-scale deployments and operator environments