About Us: 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: We are seeking a Junior Embedded System Software Engineer (Smart Home) to design, develop, and optimize firmware for smart home products like Smart IP cameras, Smart Doorbells, etc. In this hands-on role, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to take features from concept to completion, ensuring high performance, reliability, and safety. You will be engaged in all stages of the development process, from chipset bring-up and SDK integration to new feature implementation. The software development work typically involves SoC chipsets running Linux and MCU subsystems operating in an RTOS environment. Key Responsibilities: * Work with cross-functional teams to define system requirements and design effective solutions for smart home products. * Participate in the software development process from initial design through production for TP-Link smart home devices. * Write, debug, and test embedded software using C/C++ and other relevant programming languages. * Bring up chip SDKs and integrate third-party features using cross-compiling techniques. * Design and develop core modules such as audio/video transmission, control, connectivity, networking, and storage for smart home products. * Work with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth BR/EDR/BLE protocols, and network stacks such as TCP/IP, Thread, BLE Mesh for diverse use cases. * Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues in embedded systems to maintain product performance. * Conduct unit tests, integration tests, and system validation. * Ensure software meets performance, reliability, and security standards, including protocols to safeguard against vulnerabilities. * Optimize code to meet requirements for performance, memory, and power efficiency. * Produce technical documentation, including design specifications, software architecture, and user manuals. * Work with external vendors and partners to integrate hardware and software components seamlessly. * Adapt third-party platform SDKs and develop related use cases, such as Amazon, HomeKit, and Matter. * Ensure product readiness for production by developing manufacturing tools, facilitating certifications, and providing on-site support as required. * Investigate and address customer-reported issues, implementing firmware updates to enhance performance and resolve issues. * Stay updated on trends in embedded systems, IoT, and connectivity protocols to continuously enhance product features and performance. * Mentor and guide recent graduates, offering technical leadership and sharing best practices through code reviews and team collaboration.