Wireless Connectivity Firmware Engineer

Project

Work done for a product or program.

• Develop MAC-layer and link-layer firmware for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth controllers.
• Implement host interfaces over SDIO, USB, PCIe and UART.
• Handle coexistence between Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and cellular radios.
• Optimise throughput, latency and power on embedded cores.
• Support certification with Wi-Fi Alliance and Bluetooth SIG.
• Debug over-the-air issues using sniffers and RF test setups.
• Maintain firmware patches and ROM-fix strategies.

Function

Work that keeps the discipline running: methods, tools, suppliers and people.

• Maintain the policies, processes and tools of the function.General
• Keep the function compliant with legal, financial and regulatory requirements.General
• Report the function's performance and improve it over time.General

Project

1. Produce and hand over the role's key deliverables
   • Radio controller firmware
   • Certification test reports
   • Coexistence design documents
   • Firmware patch releases
2. Support programsGeneral
   • Agree what each program needs
   • Deliver in time for milestones
3. Manage issuesGeneral
   • Track requests to closure
   • Escalate risks

Function

1. Run the functionGeneral
   • Maintain policies and processes
   • Keep records and controls
2. ImproveGeneral
   • Report performance
   • Lead improvement work