Tata Elxsi
Embedded System Developer
Tata ElxsiIndia5 days ago
Full-timeEngineering, Information Technology

Job Title: OpenWRT Developer (4–8 Years)

Location: Bangalore / Chennai

Experience: 4–8 Years

Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced OpenWRT / Embedded Linux Developer to work on firmware development for next-generation CPE, routers, and gateway platforms. The role involves building, customizing, and optimizing Linux-based network devices with strong hands-on expertise in C, networking stacks, and OpenWRT internals.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and enhance features on OpenWRT-based firmware, including UCI, ubus, netifd, procd, and custom packages.
  • Implement modules for WAN, LAN, Wi-Fi, VLAN, Firewall, DHCP, PPPoE, TR-069/TR-181, and routing features.
  • Work on Board Bring-Up, system integration, kernel configuration, and debugging.
  • Debug performance issues across Wi-Fi, networking, and embedded Linux subsystems.
  • Collaborate with QA, hardware, and platform teams for end-to-end delivery.
  • Maintain build systems using OpenWRT Buildroot / Yocto and integrate third-party SDKs.

Required Skills:

  • 4–8 years of experience in Embedded C & Linux development.
  • Strong hands-on experience in OpenWRT framework (UCI, ubus, netifd, procd).
  • Good understanding of TCP/IP, Switching, Routing, WiFi 802.11, and CPE networking features.
  • Experience with VLAN, NAT, Firewall, DHCP, PPPoE, IPv4/IPv6.
  • Familiarity with TR-069 / TR-181, device management, and ACS workflows.
  • Experience with kernel logs, gdb, tcpdump, Wireshark, and embedded debugging.
  • Knowledge of Broadcom / Qualcomm / MediaTek gateway SDKs is a plus.

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