Software Architect (Senior Manager) We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced System Integration/Architecture Lead to drive the design, integration, and development of cutting-edge Wireless LAN Access Point (WLAN AP) products for FTTH and FWA network. The candidate will oversee system architecture design, manage integration activities, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the delivery of high-performance, scalable, and reliable wireless solutions. You will play a critical role in leading technical strategy, system design, and ensuring the alignment of architecture with product requirements and industry standards Key Responsibities: System Architecture Design: Lead the system architecture design and development for WLAN AP products, ensuring they meet performance, scalability, and security requirements. Work closely with cross-functional teams ( internal and external ) to define product requirements, translating them into technical specifications and architectural designs. Drive decisions on hardware and software architectures, ensuring they align with product requirements and market trends. System Integration: Oversee the end-to-end system integration for WLAN AP products, including hardware, software, and networking components. Ensure seamless integration of WLAN features such as Wi-Fi 6/7, advanced beamforming, MU-MIMO, Mesh and other next-gen technologies. Collaborate with hardware, software both within Airtel and in partner teams ( ODMs, SoC vendors) to ensure proper integration and functionality across the stack. Troubleshoot integration issues and optimize system performance, reliability, and compatibility. Technical Leadership: Lead and mentor a a small team of engineers focused on system design, architecture, and integration. Troubleshoot integration and field issues Collaborate with product managers, hardware, software, and QA teams to ensure alignment on product development timelines and deliverables. Lead technical evaluations, prototype development, and feasibility studies for new features such as EasyMesh, Container Frameworks etc. Stakeholder Collaboration: Interface with key stakeholders such as internal teams ( business , IT teams ) , partners and suppliers ( ODM and SoC vendors ) to ensure that technical decisions align with business objectives. Collaborate with chipset vendors, platform providers, and third-party developers to ensure alignment on technical integration efforts. Documentation & Compliance: Ensure that all products comply with relevant industry standards (IEEE 802.11, WPA3, etc.) and qualification criteria Produce comprehensive system architecture documents, integration guides, and technical specifications. Innovation and Strategy: Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in broadband. Drive innovation within the team and contribute to strategic planning for future device releases. Strong background in development and system integration, including hardware, firmware, and software components for wireless systems. A good understanding of WiFi technologies, including protocol behavior, radio frequency (RF) principles from a product development/system integration perspective. Experience in working with hardware teams to optimize coverage, performance, and reliability of Wi-Fi AP products would be a plus Solid understanding of IP networking concepts ( TCP/IP, VLAN, Bridge etc) in how they are used in solving typical uses cases for WLAN APs/Routers Hands one experience with embedded system, and C/C++/Python based programming on Linux based platforms. Implementation/Protocol level familiarity with device/cloud management protocols APs such TR-69/TR-369/Open Sync etc. Preferred Qualifications: Proficiency with software stacks such as OpenWRT, integration with SDKs from SoC vendors including advanced features such as EasyMesh would be a huge plus.
