{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"3c586d63421a370b8320c41f","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/3c586d63421a370b8320c41f","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/3c586d63421a370b8320c41f","title":"Embedded Networking Engineer","description":"Senior Technical Lead – Embedded Networking (C++ / Linux)\r\nJob Summary\r\nWe are seeking aSenior Technical Lead – Embedded Networkingto lead and mentor a team working on high‑performance, user‑space C++ applications running on embedded Linux platforms. This role focuses onnetworked services, long‑running daemons, IPC, and media streaming applications , with no kernel or driver development involvement.\r\nThe ideal candidate brings deep hands‑on expertise inC/C++ on Linux , strong networking fundamentals, and experience building reliable, production‑grade services for embedded environments.\r\nKey Responsibilities\r\nProvidetechnical leadership and mentorshipto a team of developers working on embedded networking solutions, improving code quality, scalability, and overall productivity.\r\nPerformin‑depth code reviewsfor C++ and Linux user‑space applications, ensuring adherence to coding standards, performance optimization, and memory‑safe design.\r\nDesign, build, and supportmulti‑process, long‑running Linux services and daemons , including systemd unit configuration, startup sequencing, monitoring, and recovery behavior.\r\nActively participate intechnical design discussions, architectural reviews, and feasibility assessments , identifying risks and recommending optimal technical solutions.\r\nCollaborate closely with cross‑functional stakeholders to define project scope, timelines, and deliverables, while contributing to accurate technical estimates.\r\nPrepare and shareregular project status updates , proactively identifying risks and supporting timely resolution of technical escalations.\r\nRequired Skills & Experience\r\nStrong hands‑on experience withC and C++ development on Linux , including:\r\nMulti‑process / multi‑threaded applications\r\nIPC mechanisms\r\nPerformance profiling and memory debugging\r\nSolid understanding ofLinux user‑space service development , including systemd, journald logging, and service lifecycle management.\r\nStrongnetworking fundamentals , including:\r\nTCP/UDP, TLS\r\nDHCP/DNS\r\nREST/HTTP at the application layer\r\nMessage brokers such asMQTT(topic design, QoS, tuning, client behavior)\r\nExperience withGStreamer and audio/video pipelines , including RTP streaming, codec integration, and playback troubleshooting.\r\nWorking knowledge of deploying and running C++ applications onembedded Linux targets , including:\r\nImage packaging and configuration management\r\nOn‑device logging and diagnostics\r\nBehavior across power cycles and network transitions\r\nComfortable working in across‑compile environment , usingGit/SVNsource control and ticket‑driven workflows.\r\nStrong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across engineering and stakeholder teams.\r\nNice to Have\r\nPrior experience leading or owning technical modules within embedded or networking products\r\nExposure to large‑scale or production embedded systems with uptime and reliability requirementsPay and Benefits\r\nPay Range Minimum: $ 88,000 per year\r\nPay Range Maximum: $ 124,000 per yearHCLTech is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, physical disability or genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with federal, state, and/or local law. Should any applicant have concerns about discrimination in the hiring process, they should provide a detailed report of those concerns to secure@hcltech.com for investigation.\r\nA candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year\r\nHow You’ll GrowAt HCLTech, we offer continuous opportunities for you to find your spark and grow with us. 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This role focuses onnetworked services, long‑running daemons, IPC, and media streaming applications , with no kernel or driver development involvement.\r\nThe ideal candidate brings deep hands‑on expertise inC/C++ on Linux , strong networking fundamentals, and experience building reliable, production‑grade services for embedded environments.\r\nKey Responsibilities\r\nProvidetechnical leadership and mentorshipto a team of developers working on embedded networking solutions, improving code quality, scalability, and overall productivity.\r\nPerformin‑depth code reviewsfor C++ and Linux user‑space applications, ensuring adherence to coding standards, performance optimization, and memory‑safe design.\r\nDesign, build, and supportmulti‑process, long‑running Linux services and daemons , including systemd unit configuration, startup sequencing, monitoring, and recovery behavior.\r\nActively participate intechnical design discussions, architectural reviews, and feasibility assessments , identifying risks and recommending optimal technical solutions.\r\nCollaborate closely with cross‑functional stakeholders to define project scope, timelines, and deliverables, while contributing to accurate technical estimates.\r\nPrepare and shareregular project status updates , proactively identifying risks and supporting timely resolution of technical escalations.\r\nRequired Skills & Experience\r\nStrong hands‑on experience withC and C++ development on Linux , including:\r\nMulti‑process / multi‑threaded applications\r\nIPC mechanisms\r\nPerformance profiling and memory debugging\r\nSolid understanding ofLinux user‑space service development , including systemd, journald logging, and service lifecycle management.\r\nStrongnetworking fundamentals , including:\r\nTCP/UDP, TLS\r\nDHCP/DNS\r\nREST/HTTP at the application layer\r\nMessage brokers such asMQTT(topic design, QoS, tuning, client behavior)\r\nExperience withGStreamer and audio/video pipelines , including RTP streaming, codec integration, and playback troubleshooting.\r\nWorking knowledge of deploying and running C++ applications onembedded Linux targets , including:\r\nImage packaging and configuration management\r\nOn‑device logging and diagnostics\r\nBehavior across power cycles and network transitions\r\nComfortable working in across‑compile environment , usingGit/SVNsource control and ticket‑driven workflows.\r\nStrong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across engineering and stakeholder teams.\r\nNice to Have\r\nPrior experience leading or owning technical modules within embedded or networking products\r\nExposure to large‑scale or production embedded systems with uptime and reliability requirementsPay and Benefits\r\nPay Range Minimum: $ 88,000 per year\r\nPay Range Maximum: $ 124,000 per yearHCLTech is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, physical disability or genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with federal, state, and/or local law. Should any applicant have concerns about discrimination in the hiring process, they should provide a detailed report of those concerns to secure@hcltech.com for investigation.\r\nA candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year\r\nHow You’ll GrowAt HCLTech, we offer continuous opportunities for you to find your spark and grow with us. 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