Real-Time Embedded Staff Software Engineer (10208)
Extreme Networks · Toronto, Canada
Experience: Staff
Scope of the Role As a Real-Time Embedded Staff Software Engineer, you will serve as a senior technical leader driving the architecture, development, and evolution of our next-generation Wi-Fi solutions. You will influence system-level design decisions, guide engineering teams, and ensure the robustness, performance, and scalability of embedded applications running on Linux OS. Based in our Thornhill (Toronto) office, you will play a pivotal role in shaping product direction, mentoring engineers including senior engineers, and elevating engineering excellence across the organization. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (Master’s preferred). Extensive experience in real-time embedded systems and data communication. Deep expertise in embedded Linux internals, kernel-space and user-space interactions, and performance optimization. Strong understanding of Wi-Fi protocols (IEEE 802.11 ) and wireless networking fundamentals. Advanced proficiency in C and C++ for embedded development. Proven track record designing and delivering complex embedded systems at scale. Strong experience with multi-threaded programming, concurrency models, and synchronization mechanisms. Solid understanding of networking technologies: Ethernet, IP, routing, switching, and LAN/WLAN concepts. Exceptional communication skills with the ability to influence across teams and present complex ideas clearly. Demonstrated ability to lead technical initiatives and drive architectural decision Experience with RF systems, spectrum analyzers, and wireless test equipment. Background in module performance tuning, system profiling, and real-time optimization. Experience contributing to or maintaining Linux kernel components is a strong asset. Familiarity with IEEE Wi-Fi and LAN standards development or participation in standards bodies Technical Leadership & Architecture Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of complex real-time embedded software system