Embedded Software Engineer – Broadband CPE

T-Mobile

. Develop and maintain microservices within the device management agent in C and C++ on RDK-B .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $92,500 - $166,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in C and C++ development for embedded Linux, with a strong focus on microservices, device management protocols, and containerized applications. Proficient in troubleshooting and debugging across networking and device subsystems, while collaborating effectively with engineering teams to enhance software delivery and reliability.

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C And C++ DevelopmentRDK-B And RBUS ExperienceWi-Fi Knowledge Including 802.11 StandardsContainerized Applications And KubernetesUnit Testing And Automated Test Coverage

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Hard Skills

C And C++ DevelopmentEmbedded LinuxUnit TestingAutomated Test CoverageNetworking FundamentalsTCP/IPDHCPDNSNAT5G Networks

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem-SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

GitKubernetesContinuous Integration Pipelines

Industry Keywords

Device Management StandardsTR-069TR-369 (USP)TR-181Carrier-Side Telecom Products

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

DNSKubernetesLinuxMicroservicesTCP/IPC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and maintain microservices within the device management agent in C and C++ on RDK-B
Implement and maintain device data model parameters and USP protocol behavior across supported hardware platforms
Interface with device Wi-Fi and cellular subsystems through RDK and RBUS to configure them, query state, and report upstream
Build and maintain containerized services delivered through a Kubernetes-based packaging and deployment pipeline
Write unit tests and extend automated test coverage
Debug across the device software stack through log analysis, root-cause investigation, and fix verification
Support device maintenance releases, including test support, firmware validation, and release verification
Work with OEM partners on defect triage and reproduction
Improve field data and log collection for faster issue triage and resolution
Contribute ideas to improve software build, test, and delivery processes
Document code, data models, system designs, software behavior, and business requirements
Collaborate with engineering and technical teams to deliver software solutions and support customer requirements
Contribute to technology strategy, innovation, system reliability, diagnostics, and troubleshooting
Perform other duties and projects as assigned by business management
Travel as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree plus 3 years of related work experience OR advanced degree with 1 year of related work experience OR combination of education and experience deemed equivalent
Acceptable areas of study include Computer Science or Engineering
2-4 years of technical engineering experience
Experience with RDK-B and RBUS, or a comparable embedded networking platform and message bus
C and C++ development on embedded Linux
Strong Wi-Fi knowledge, including 802.11 standards and generations, band and channel behavior, client association and steering, and practical troubleshooting
Strong grounding in TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, NAT, routing and bridging
Working understanding of 5G networks and fixed wireless access
Familiarity with TR-069, TR-369 (USP), or TR-181 device management standards
Experience writing unit tests and building or extending automated test coverage
Experience with containerized applications and delivering packages to embedded devices
Proficiency with Git and continuous integration pipelines
Hands-on development experience with cellular, Wi-Fi, mesh networking, or other carrier-side telecom products
Proficiency in C and C++
Working knowledge of networking fundamentals and comfort debugging software not written by the candidate
At least 18 years of age
Legally authorized to work in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual stock grant
Employee stock purchase plan
401(k)
Free, year-round money coaches
Annual bonus or periodic sales incentive/bonus, where eligible
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Up to 12 paid holidays
Paid parental and family leave
Family building benefits
Back-up care
Enhanced family support
Childcare subsidy
Tuition assistance
College coaching
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Voluntary AD&D coverage
Voluntary accident coverage
Voluntary life insurance
Voluntary disability insurance
Voluntary long-term care insurance
Mobile service and home internet discounts
Pet insurance
Commuter and transit programs
Career growth and development opportunities