Headquartered in the United States, TP-Link Systems Inc.
is a global provider of reliable networking devices and smart home products, consistently ranked as the world’s top provider of Wi-Fi devices.
The company is committed to delivering innovative products that enhance people’s lives through faster, more reliable connectivity.
With a commitment to excellence, TP-Link serves customers in over 170 countries and continues to grow its global footprint.
We believe technology changes the world for the better! At TP-Link Systems Inc, we are committed to crafting dependable, high-performance products to connect users worldwide with the wonders of technology.
Embracing professionalism, innovation, excellence, and simplicity, we aim to assist our clients in achieving remarkable global performance and enable consumers to enjoy a seamless, effortless lifestyle.
Overview:
TP-Link Systems Inc.
Are you excited about building smart home technology that people around the world use every day?
We’re looking for a motivated Embedded Software Engineer to join our Consumer Electronics Software Platform team.
This is a great opportunity for a recent engineering graduate who wants to grow their career in embedded systems, IoT, and consumer electronics.
In this role, you’ll help design, develop, and improve the core software that powers our smart home devices.
You’ll work alongside experienced engineers, learning how to create reliable, high-performance features that connect with hardware, cloud services, and peripherals.
What You’ll Do
Contribute to the development of next-generation embedded software platforms with strong performance and reliability.
Maintain and optimize existing platforms running on embedded Linux and RTOS.
Assist in debugging and resolving software issues throughout the project lifecycle.
Participate in the design and development of core modules (networking, connectivity, control, A/V, storage, etc.).
Write, test, and debug embedded software in C/C++ and other programming languages.
Use cross-compiling methods to integrate third-party libraries and features.
Perform unit testing, integration testing, and system validation to ensure software quality.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and build effective solutions.
Learn to optimize code for performance, memory, and power efficiency.
Work with tools like Git for version control and continuous integration.
Document your work, including design specifications and technical notes.
Stay curious—explore new technologies in IoT, embedded systems, and connectivity to help shape future products.
What You’ll Gain
Hands-on experience with embedded systems development in real-world consumer electronics.
Mentorship from senior engineers and opportunities to learn best practices in software design.
A chance to contribute directly to products that reach millions of customers.
Exposure to both software and hardware integration in a fast-paced, innovative environment.Requirements
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
Internship, co-op, research project, or course experience in embedded software development.
Basic knowledge of C/C++ programming and an eagerness to grow your coding skills.
Familiarity with embedded operating systems (RTOS, Linux) and an interest in learning real-time system design.
Exposure to microcontrollers, processors, or hardware interfaces through labs, coursework, or projects.
Understanding of networking fundamentals; knowledge of protocols like HTTP, MQTT, or TLS is a plus.
Awareness of the software development lifecycle (version control, testing, integration) from school or project work.
Strong problem-solving mindset, curiosity, and attention to detail.
Ability to collaborate in a team environment and a desire to learn quickly in a fast-paced setting.Strong communication, interpersonal, and project leadership skills.Ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and frameworks.Knowledge of power optimization techniques for embedded devices.Benefits
Salary range: $100,000 - $120,000 + annual bonus
Free snacks and drinks, and provided lunch on Fridays Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance (partial coverage for dependents) Contributions to 401k fundsBi-annual reviews, and annual pay increasesHealth and wellness benefits, including free gym membershipQuarterly team-building eventsAt TP-Link Systems Inc., we are continually searching for ambitious individuals who are passionate about their work.
We believe that diversity fuels innovation, collaboration, and drives our entrepreneurial spirit.
As a global company, we highly value diverse perspectives and are committed to cultivating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and valued.
We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Beyond compliance, we strive to create a supportive and growth-oriented workplace for everyone.
If you share our passion and connection to this mission, we welcome you to apply and join us in building a vibrant and inclusive team at TP-Link Systems Inc.