13 days ago
Bengaluru, IndiaStaff+
Responsibilities
- Own the end-to-end software architecture, design, and delivery of enterprise wireless access point features from silicon SDK integration through cloud-managed provisioning.
- Design and develop Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 6E, and Wi-Fi 7 capabilities for enterprise-grade performance.
- Architect and implement Wi-Fi Mesh, Neighbor Awareness Networking, fine timing measurement and locationing, and advanced roaming features.
- Collaborate with Wi-Fi chipset vendors on SDK integration, firmware customization, performance tuning, and hardware platform enablement.
- Deliver cloud- and firewall-managed capabilities including zero-touch provisioning, remote configuration, real-time monitoring, and centralized control.
- Orchestrate data paths between AP firmware, local security firewalls, and cloud management dashboards.
Requirements
- Deep experience developing Wi-Fi access point products and IEEE 802.11 standards, including 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be.
- Hands-on experience with Wi-Fi Mesh, NAN, 802.11mc, 802.11az, and 802.11k/v/r roaming.
- Expertise in embedded Linux, Linux kernel internals, device drivers, hostapd, wpa_supplicant, and system-level debugging.
- Strong C/C++ development skills for resource-constrained embedded networking platforms.
- Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs, QoS, and enterprise network protocols.
- Practical knowledge of firewall systems, IDS/IPS, threat detection, and AP-level policy enforcement.
- Preferred qualifications include experience with DPI, malware detection, sandboxing, SDN, cloud-managed networking, telemetry and analytics, DevOps automation, RF optimization, and AI/ML applications in wireless networking.
- Prior technical leadership or architecture ownership experience shipping commercial carrier-grade or enterprise-grade networking products is preferred.
Benefits
- Hybrid work arrangement in Bengaluru is indicated by the posting.
- SonicWall states that it is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workplace.
About SonicWall
SonicWall builds network and cloud security products for SMBs, enterprises, and the public sector, including next‑gen firewalls, secure remote access, email and endpoint security, and threat intelligence services. The company sells hardware plus subscription-based security services, primarily through a global channel of MSPs/MSSPs and resellers. Founded in 1991 and headquartered in Milpitas, California, SonicWall is privately held under Seahawk Holdings and was formerly part of Dell.