Embedded Software Developer RDK

Embedded Software Developer RDK (Contract)

Contract (4 months 1 day)

Published 11 days ago

RDK - B

openwrt

We are looking for an experienced Embedded Software Developer for RDK-B with strong expertise in broadband gateway technologies. In this role, you will design, develop, and integrate advanced networking features for home and business gateway products on RDK-B. You will work closely with chipset vendors, cross-functional teams, and customer support to deliver robust and scalable solutions.

• Design, develop, and integrate software components for gateway and extender products.
• Implement and enhance features such as Parental Control, firewall/iptables, DHCP, SNMP, TR069/TR181, and network management.
• Debug and resolve issues across embedded Linux environments, including kernel and user space.
• Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to ensure compliance with platform standards and seamless integration.
• Optimize system performance and troubleshoot customer-reported issues.
• Participate in code reviews, unit testing (GTest/GMock), and CI/CD processes.

• 3+ years of experience in embedded software development using C (C++ is a plus).
• Strong knowledge of RDK-B/OpenWRT/prplOS architecture and broadband gateway technologies.
• Hands‑on experience with embedded Linux, including kernel‑level concepts and system debugging.
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP stack, networking protocols (DHCP, DNS, HTTP), and packet flow.
• Experience with firewall/iptables and IPv6 transition technologies.
• Familiarity with source control tools (Git/Gerrit) and debugging tools (gdb, valgrind, wireshark, tcpdump).
• Strong problem‑solving and debugging skills in complex embedded environments.

• Experience with Wi‑Fi technologies and IEEE 802.11 standards (802.11n/ac/ax).
• Knowledge of DOCSIS, MoCA, and other broadband technologies.
• Familiarity with TR-069/TR-181, SNMP, and remote management protocols.
• Exposure to chipset SDKs (Broadcom, Qualcomm, etc.).
• Understanding of security protocols (WPA3, RADIUS, SSL/TLS).
• Experience with containerization (Docker) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Scripting skills in Python or Shell for automation and testing.

The pay range that the employer in good faith reasonably expects to pay for this position is $39.86/hour - $62.29/hour. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

Tundra Technical Solutions is among North America’s leading providers of Staffing and Consulting Services. Our success and our clients’ success are built on a foundation of service excellence. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristic.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Unincorporated LA County workers: we reasonably believe that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment: client provided property, including hardware (both of which may include data) entrusted to you from theft, loss or damage;

return all portable client computer hardware in your possession (including the data contained therein) upon completion of the assignment, and; maintain the confidentiality of client proprietary, confidential, or non-public information. In addition, job duties require access to secure and protected client information technology systems and related data security obligations.