WiFi MAC Software Engineer

SPREADTRUM COMMUNICATIONS USA INC • San Jose, CA

1d • $200,000 - $280,000

About The Position

Spreadtrum is seeking an experienced WiFi MAC Software Engineer to join our WiFi team. This role will be responsible for the development of the embedded MAC firmware/driver for IEEE802.11 standard, focusing on MAC layer software design, implementation, and verification. The candidate shall have deep expertise in WLAN standards, WiFi MAC architecture/protocol, wireless protocols, and software implementation for WiFi AP/STA systems.

Requirements

• M.S. with 5+ years of relevant experience in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of WLAN standards across multiple generations, including advanced standards 802.11 MAC, 802.11ax/be/bn, and related technologies.
• Embedded C/C++, Device Drivers & Diagnostics.
• Solid knowledge of network protocols, with deep expertise in Wireless LAN protocols.
• Extensive experience in WiFi MAC software design and protocol implementation.
• Proven ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and solve complex real-world system and application issues.
• Demonstrated software experience in WiFi AP/STA MAC development.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively across hardware, software, PHY, systems, and product teams.
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to work in a fast-paced, global engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, coding, and maintaining 802.11 MAC layer firmware/drivers to support next-generation Wi-Fi chips.
• Work closely with WiFi PHY teams to implement MAC/PHY interface, hardware/software integration, and register-level API.
• C/C++ coding for high performance WiFi MAC software, debugging complex MAC firmware/driver.
• Bring-up, debug, diagnose, and optimize the performances of the WiFi MAC layer firmware/driver and hardware in lab test bench.
• Create and implement test plans and test bench for MAC level verification and unit testing on firmware/driver/RTL.
• Work closely with Standard, Systems, and Hardware teams to translate Technical Requirements Doc to MAC implementation design doc.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior