Principal Wi-Fi Software Engineer (Starlink)
Core
Drive Wi-Fi software and roadmap for Starlink's global consumer product line, optimizing kernel-level performance and mesh reliability for millions of users worldwide.
Role type
Principal Wi-Fi Software Engineer (Starlink)
Builds
Starlink consumer kits and global broadband internet system
Domain
Satellite communications, embedded networking, Wi-Fi infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
C/C++, IEEE 802.11, TCP/IP, embedded networking software, kernel-level debugging, Wi-Fi mesh optimization, CI/CD tooling
Preferred skills
Networking kernel modules/drivers, network stack internals (DHCP, IPv4/IPv6, Linux bridge), Golang, Python, hostAP, Wi-Fi chipset expertise, distributed system security
Technologies
C, C++, Golang, Python, Linux, hostAP, Wi-Fi chipsets
Responsibilities
Drive Wi-Fi software and roadmap for Starlink products; Debug and optimize kernel-level system performance; Collaborate with RF and EE engineers to improve testing procedures; Mentor software engineers; Improve Wi-Fi mesh performance; Invent new tools for software deployment, test execution, and data analysis
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic oversight