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Wireless Software Engineering Manager
As the leader in cloud-managed IT, Cisco Meraki connects passionate people to their mission by simplifying the digital workplace. Our impact is driven by the innovative, purposeful, and vibrant people who make up our inclusive community. When technology is intuitive, our customers can focus on what matters.
Our employees fuel the magic of the Meraki community. They have fostered an environment that empowers Merakians to challenge limits, embrace risks, and assist our customers in pursuing their missions.
Our guiding principles are rooted in our four core values: 'care deeply,' 'everybody in,' 'simplify everything,' and 'be brave.' These pillars have propelled us to the forefront of cloud-managed IT leadership and have played a pivotal role in shaping a more inclusive future for all.
At Cisco Meraki Wireless, we simplify and secure wireless enterprise connectivity across the world. We are the market leader, and we serve a wide range of customers which includes office building for largest companies in the world, hospitals, universities, schools, factories, mines, hotels, retail shops, stadiums, and large public venues.
Our wireless access point software team builds a wide range of Wi-Fi access points (AP) including the latest Wi-Fi 7 APs. Our software team covers platform bring up for everything from boot loaders to web servers on prototype hardware, kernel, driver integration, Wi-Fi features, wireless security, BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) radio, and other advanced functionalities integrated into our product. Our teams also deliver data to cloud that enables Asset Location, Desk/Room Occupancy, Advanced Location, and Indoor Wayfinding.
In this team, you will build, enhance and maintain full stack software for most advanced technologies for wireless infrastructure devices. You will also automate testing, qualify these platforms and validate use cases and end-to-end solutions. Your contributions will have direct impact into connectivity experience for critically important applications across the world.
What You'll Do
You are deeply motivated and technically skilled software development manager. Here is list of responsibilities you will have as part of this role:
- Build, lead and manage a strong team of embedded software, on-prem, cloud and test engineers in our Bangalore office
- Work closely with other cross functional team leaders in India and across the world to design a solution, implement it, and take it through qualification all the way to customer shipment and support
- Provide guidance, mentorship, and performance feedback to the team
- Be able to write and/or review code and lead the team through design, architecture and implementation decisions.
- Drive the development process from concept to production, including requirements gathering, design, implementation, testing, and deployment.
- Collaborate closely with geographically distributed teams to ensure program delivery and success
- Foster a positive and collaborative work environment that encourages innovation and continuous learning.
- Quality first mindset with metric driven approach
Who You Are
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, electrical eng., or related field.
- 10+ years of experience in full stack software development from Linux Kernel to cloud managed features.
- 3+ years of experience in managing and leading full stack software development teams with a mix of both on-prem and cloud software
- Proven track record of successfully building and leading teams delivering complex embedded wireless products on time and within budget.
- In-depth knowledge of systems design principles, including software architecture, real-time systems, and resource management.
- Strong understanding of networking and wireless communication protocols and technologies (Wi-Fi)
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Experience in establishing and sustaining excellent relationships with extended teams.
Other Preferred skills:
Deep experience with any of the following: Linux Kernel, platform bring up, Bluetooth technology, location services, On-prem and cloud managed products
At Cisco Meraki, we’re challenging the status quo with the power of diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. When we connect different perspectives, we can imagine new possibilities, inspire innovation, and release the full potential of our people. We’re building an employee experience that includes appreciation, belonging, growth, and purpose for everyone.
Cisco is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. Cisco will consider for employment, on a case by case basis, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:
When available, the salary range posted for this position reflects the projected hiring range for new hire, full-time salaries in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including equity or benefits. For non-sales roles the hiring ranges reflect base salary only; employees are also eligible to receive annual bonuses. Hiring ranges for sales positions include base and incentive compensation target. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location and additional factors, including but not limited to skillset, experience, and relevant education, certifications, or training. Applicants may not be eligible for the full salary range based on their U.S. or Canada hiring location. The recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.
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