Software Engineer I (IN), Senior

Overview:

Zebra Technologies builds enterprise-grade mobile computers, tablets, wearables, and wireless solutions used in retail, warehousing, logistics, and healthcare. Our WLAN engineering team delivers high-performance, reliable, and secure Wi-Fi experiences across all Zebra devices deployed globally in mission-critical environments.

We are looking for an experienced WLAN Developer who can contribute to next-generation wireless features, Android platform integration, and new AI/ML-driven innovations across Zebra s mobility portfolio.

As a WLAN Developer at Zebra, you will design, implement, and optimize Wi-Fi features across our Android-based devices. You will work across system layers framework, HAL, drivers, vendor components to deliver best-in-class wireless performance for enterprise customers. Experience with GenAI / AI-ML models to enhance connectivity, diagnostics, and decision-making is a strong plus.

• Develop and enhance WLAN functionality on Zebra Android devices (AOSP, HAL, vendor layer).
• Work closely with chipset vendors(Eg: Qualcomm) to integrate and optimize WLAN drivers and firmware.
• Implement features aligned with enterprise requirements: roaming, load balancing, security, MBO/OCE, Passpoint, fast reconnection, and 802.11ax enhancements.
• Debug complex issues using chipset-specific tools (Wireshark, Omnipeek, QPST, vendor logs).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (OS, security, automation, QA, product management).
• Drive performance improvements for throughput, roaming consistency, latency, power efficiency, and reliability in high-density enterprise deployments.
• Participate in patent ideation, technical reviews, and innovation programs within Zebra.
• Explore AI/ML or GenAI-based techniques to automate diagnostics, improve roaming decisions, or enhance wireless intelligence (value-add skill).
• Self-motivated and self-starter with high degree of work ethic with ability to thrive in a fast-paced, results-oriented, high-energy environment that requires multi-tasking capabilities and implement high priority initiative.

Required Skills Experience

• 6-10 years of WLAN development experience on Android-based platforms.
• Strong understanding of Wi-Fi protocols up to IEEE 802.11ax (MAC layer, management frames, PHY basics).
• Hands-on experience with WLAN driver development (kernel space, debugging, log analysis).
• 4+ years of experience in designing, implementing, and managing 802.11 Enterprise WLAN solutions with proven track record as an Individual contributor.
• Solid programming skills in C, C++, Java/Kotlin, and scripting (Python/Shell).
• Proficiency in analyzing logs and RF traces: wpa_supplicant, vendor driver logs, pcap captures.
• Familiarity with enterprise WLAN environments (Cisco/Aruba/Ruckus/Extreme).
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals: DHCP, DNS, 802.1X, security protocols.
• Experience working with AOSP, Android HAL, and vendor WLAN stacks.
• Good understanding of RF behaviors and characteristics as they relate to WLAN RF design.

Preferred / Add-On Skills

• Exposure to GenAI / AI-ML models for diagnostics, prediction, or wireless decision automation.
• Working knowledge of Wi-Fi 6E/7 (802.11be) is a plus.
• Experience with automation tools and internal debugging frameworks.
• Contributions to open source (kernel, AOSP, supplicant) are an advantage.

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor s in Computer Science, Electronics Communications, from an accredited college or university.