Staff Wireless Software Engineer

Responsibilities

• This is a hands-on technical role with broad architectural influence.
• Reports to: VP of Software Engineering
• Direct Reports: 0
• Lead design and implementation of wireless communication stacks (LTE, 5G, Wi-Fi, sidelink, mesh, P2P, WiFi, Bluetooth, NFC....)
• Architect low-latency, high-reliability PTT and real-time voice transport systems
• Develop transport abstraction layers across multiple radios and networks
• Optimize performance (latency, jitter, packet loss, handover behavior)
• Collaborate with RF, hardware, and firmware teams to ensure end-to-end system performance
• Drive modem integration (e.g., Qualcomm, MediaTek) and carrier certification efforts
• Implement QoS, prioritization, and congestion control mechanisms
• Contribute to secure communication layers (encryption, key management, secure boot integration)
• Define metrics and instrumentation for wireless performance at scale
• Mentor engineers and set technical direction across projects
• What You Bring
• 10+ years experience in wireless software development
• Strong C/C++ experience in embedded or systems environments
• Deep understanding of wireless protocols (LTE, 5G NR, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, sidelink, or mesh)
• Experience working with modem vendors (e.g., Qualcomm SDKs)
• Experience with real-time systems and low-latency audio transport
• Strong networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, UDP, RTP, QUIC, QoS)
• Familiarity with RF performance constraints (RSSI, SINR, handovers, link budgets)
• Experience debugging packet-level and radio-layer issues
• Additional preferable skills:
• Experience with mission-critical communications (LMR, MCPTT, public safety)
• Experience with 3GPP standards (Rel 16+)
• Experience with 5G sidelink (PC5) or device-to-device protocols
• Experience implementing mesh or MANET routing
• Knowledge of secure communications (AES, TLS, PKI, FIPS environments)
• Familiarity with Android/Linux device platforms
• Experience with satellite backhaul or hybrid transport systems
• Benefits that Benefit You
• Competitive salary and 401k with employer match
• Discretionary paid time off
• Paid parental leave for all
• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Fitness Programs
• Emotional & Mental Wellness support
• Learning & Development programs
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• And yes, we have snacks in our offices
• Benefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the location where you work.
• Axon is a total compensation company, meaning compensation is made up of base pay, bonus, and stock awards. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: level, function, training, transferable skills, work

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