Careers at Silabs

Silicon Labs (NASDAQ: SLAB) is the leading innovator in low-power wireless connectivity, building embedded technology that connects devices and improves lives. Merging cutting-edge technology into the world’s most highly integrated SoCs, Silicon Labs provides device makers the solutions, support, and ecosystems needed to create advanced edge connectivity applications. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Silicon Labs has operations in over 16 countries and is the trusted partner for innovative solutions in the smart home, industrial IoT, and smart cities markets. Learn more at www.silabs.com . Sr. Kubernetes Platform Engineer Austin TX Silicon Labs in Austin, Texas is seeking a motivated Sr. Kubernetes Platform Engineer to help define, build, operate, and lifecycle-manage the infrastructure, tools, and platforms required for our organization to operate at scale. This role spans both on-premises and cloud environments, with responsibilities across Kubernetes platforms, CI/CD, identity, observability, cost management, and developer enablement. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience owning CNCF and open-source infrastructure in production, including upgrades, troubleshooting, automation, and long-term maintainability. This is an engineering ownership role, not a support-escalation role; success requires the ability to understand, operate, and improve the platforms we depend on while collaborating closely with software and IT teams and supporting AI/ML initiatives. Your Responsibilities Will Include: · Collaboration: Building productive relationships and generously sharing expertise via presentations and training sessions. · Documentation: Creating and maintaining effective documentation and written communications. · Automation : Enhancing team productivity by identifying opportunities to automate and eliminate waste in new and existing processes. · Infrastructure Lifecycle Management: Designing, building, operating, upgrading, and retiring infrastructure across on-premises and cloud environments, with attention to reliability, security, cost, maintainability, and developer productivity. · Kubernetes Platform Ownership: Operating and evolving Kubernetes-based platforms and supporting technologies, including cluster lifecycle, networking, ingress, storage, policy, virtualization, secrets, identity, observability, and cost visibility. · CNCF and Open-Source Stewardship: Owning and maintaining CNCF and open-source platforms in production, including troubleshooting, upgrades, automation, documentation, and internal enablement. Candidates should be comfortable operating systems where internal expertise is required rather than relying primarily on vendor support. · Developer Experience: Improving software developer experience and productivity by reducing friction and automating testing and deployments. · CI/CD Pipelines: Designing, developing, and maintaining CI/CD and GitOps pipelines for software and infrastructure. · Security, Identity, and Policy Automation: Supporting secure platform operations through policy enforcement, secrets management, workload identity, OIDC integrations, and automated governance. · Observability: Building and operating observability platforms for metrics, logs, traces, dashboards, alerting, and service health using modern cloud-native tooling. · AI/ML Integration : Working with software teams to support development and implementation of AI/ML infrastructure and services. · Cost Efficiency: Reducing waste and cutting costs in cloud and Kubernetes infrastructure. Skills and Qualifications Desired: · Education: Bachelor's degree in a technology-related field or equivalent training. · Experience: 5+ years in software development, DevOps, Kubernetes and Cloud-Native Platforms engineering, or a related field. · Hybrid Infrastructure Lifecycle: Experience managing infrastructure lifecycle across on-premises data centers and public cloud, including provisioning, upgrades, patching, scaling, decommissioning, and operational automation. · Cloud Platforms: Experience with AWS, Google Cloud, Azure, etc.; AWS certifications are a plus. · Infrastructure as Code: Proficiency with Terraform, Ansible, Salt, Chef, or similar infrastructure automation tools. · Programming Languages: Proficiency in at least one language, preferably Go, Python, Groovy, or Java. · System Administration: Proficiency in Linux, Windows, and macOS system administration; Talos Linux experience is a plus. · Scripting: *Nix shell and PowerShell scripting experience. · Kubernetes and Cloud-Native Platforms: Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and ecosystem technologies such as Talos Linux, Cilium, Gateway API, CSI, KubeVirt, Kyverno, Helm, and Kustomize. · CI/CD, GitOps, and Artifact Management: Experience with GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Argo CD, Artifactory, and GitOps-based deployment workflows. · Secrets, Identity, and Access Management: Experience with Vault, External Secrets Operator, OIDC, Keycloak, Okta, workload identity, and secrets lifecycle management. · Observability: Experience operating observability stacks using Prometheus, Grafana, Loki, Mimir, Tempo, and OpenTelemetry. · Cloud Cost Management: Experience with cloud and Kubernetes cost visibility, optimization, and tools such as OpenCost. · Open Source Operations: Demonstrated ability to operate, troubleshoot, upgrade, and maintain open-source infrastructure platforms in production. · Network Administration: Firewalls, ACLs, and core networking concepts including switching, routing, DNS, ingress, and troubleshooting. · AI/ML Experience: Familiarity with AI and ML frameworks and tools such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, etc. · Certifications: CNCF Kubernetes certifications such as CKA, CKAD, or CKS are a plus. Benefits & Perks You can look forward to the following benefits: Great medical (Choice of PPO or Consumer Driven Health Plan with HSA), dental and vision plans Highly competitive salary 401k plan with match and Roth plan option Equity rewards (RSUs) Life/AD&D and disability coverage Flexible spending accounts Adoption assistance Back-Up childcare Additional benefit options (Commuter benefits, Legal benefits, Pet insurance) Flexible PTO schedule 3 paid volunteer days per year Charitable contribution match Tuition reimbursement Free downtown parking Onsite gym Monthly wellness offerings Free snacks Monthly company updates with our CEO #LI AA1 #LI Hybrid The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between $124,600 - $231,400 USD. Actual base pay could vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, geographic location where work will be performed and applicant’s skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include an annual cash bonus, equity package and a comprehensive benefits package. Silicon Labs is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of our employees. Employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and job-related criteria without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Silicon Labs (NASDAQ: SLAB) is the leading innovator in low-power wireless connectivity, building embedded technology that connects devices and improves lives. Merging cutting-edge technology into the world’s most highly integrated SoCs, Silicon Labs provides device makers the solutions, support, and ecosystems needed to create advanced edge connectivity applications. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Silicon Labs has operations in over 16 countries and is the trusted partner for innovative solutions in the smart home, industrial IoT, and smart cities markets. Learn more at www.silabs.com . Senior Product Systems Engineer How Silicon Labs Works We are Silicon Labs. We are the leading provider of silicon, software and solutions for a smarter, more connected world. Our integrated hardware and software platform, intuitive development tools, unmatched ecosystem, and robust support make us the ideal long-term partner in building advanced industrial, commercial, home, and life applications. We make it easy for developers to solve complex wireless challenges throughout the product lifecycle and get to market quickly with innovative solutions that transform industries, grow economies and improve lives. Meet the Team Silicon Labs Systems Teams’ mission is to ensure our products have the right features and technologies to win in our target market segments. The product systems team ensures that the right features are defined, implemented, validated and documented throughout the development so that the final product solves the customers’ problems. The Role The product systems engineering role entails researching targeted applications (E.g., Smart Appliances, Doorbells, E-Metering) and generates system level use-cases to drive our IoT hardware and software roadmaps. Based on these the key specifications of our next products are derived and tracked during execution. The role is also responsible for the right content of our customer-facing documents, including the data sheets and reference manuals. What you’ll be doing Collaborating with Product Management to guide our product roadmap Collaboration with technology systems engineering peers End-application teardown analysis Application research and use-case identification Ensuring our products have the right features and technologies to win Using a requirements management tool to capture market and product requirements and track them through development Helping to train internal audiences on new products Creating technical content of customer-facing documentation, e.g., chip specification tables, pinouts, register tables Providing mentorship and guidance to less experienced team members Develop and improve systems team processes Minimum Qualifications BSc or MSc in Electrical Engineering or equivalent with 5+ years of industry experience A strong understanding of embedded microcontroller architectures and features A good understanding of embedded application design: requirement analysis, competitive analysis, part selection, HW design, firmware and application development, validation Basic knowledge of wireless radios and protocols (e.g., Bluetooth, ZigBee, Wi-Fi) Excellent written and oral communication skills in English. Must be comfortable explaining technical concepts to a wide range of audiences, including senior engineering leaders. Usage of scripting and automation (e.g., python) Experience with artificial intelligence (AI) powered tools and technologies used to enhance productivity, analysis, and decision-making Preferred Qualifications Experience in the semiconductor industry Good understanding of hardware IP architecture, development and verification Knowledge in the IP Design process for analog or digital IP. Experience using lab equipment: oscilloscopes, multimeters, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, etc. Experience in Content management tools (Heretto) and structured documentation standards (DITA) and version control systems (e.g., Git) Experience in requirement management tools (e.g., Jama, Doors) Perks & Benefits ​ Occupational healthcare provided Lunch benefit Exercise & Culture opportunities Benefit bike Own gym and sauna in the office space available Hybrid working schedule Paid days for philanthropy/volunteering ​Last, but not least: an amazing culture with skilled colleagues The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between Ft10,907,750 - Ft20,257,250. Actual base pay could vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, geographic location where work will be performed and applicant’s skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include an annual cash bonus, equity package and a comprehensive benefits package. Silicon Labs is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of our employees. Employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and job-related criteria without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Silicon Labs (NASDAQ: SLAB) is the leading innovator in low-power wireless connectivity, building embedded technology that connects devices and improves lives. Merging cutting-edge technology into the world’s most highly integrated SoCs, Silicon Labs provides device makers the solutions, support, and ecosystems needed to create advanced edge connectivity applications. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Silicon Labs has operations in over 16 countries and is the trusted partner for innovative solutions in the smart home, industrial IoT, and smart cities markets. Learn more at www.silabs.com . Job Description We are seeking a Software Engineering Manager to lead a team within our Platform Software organization in Hyderabad, with end-to-end ownership of core microcontroller platform software and embedded security features. This role involves technical and people leadership, delivering foundational components that power all layers of our IoT device platforms. What you'll do: Play a key role in shaping the core software stack powering Silicon Labs’ wireless SoCs. Build secure, resilient platforms that scale across smart homes, industrial systems, and commercial applications. Collaborate with industry experts in a flexible, innovation-driven environment. Contribute to both proprietary and open-source ecosystems shaping the future of IoT. Key areas of ownership include: Development and maintenance of low-level platform software such as peripheral drivers, RTOS integration, and embedded services. Delivery of embedded security features including cryptographic services, secure boot, and trusted execution infrastructure. This is a highly impactful role, ideal for a technically hands-on leader passionate about building high-quality, robust, and secure embedded systems. Responsibilities Leadership & Team Management Lead, coach, and grow a high-performing engineering team focused on embedded software development for Silicon Labs’ microcontroller platforms. Create a collaborative and technically strong team culture that fosters innovation and delivery excellence. Partner with global engineering, product, and hardware teams to align development priorities and execution strategies. Technical Ownership: Microcontroller Platform Software Own design and delivery of core embedded software, including: Peripheral drivers (I2C, SPI, UART, GPIO, ADC, etc.) RTOS abstraction layers and OS services System infrastructure components (e.g., logging, CLI, initialization routines) Ensure tight integration with new hardware platforms and cross-functional enablement across the product stack. Champion reusable, scalable software architecture for long-term platform health. Technical Ownership: Embedded Security Features Drive the design and integration of key security components, such as: Secure boot and image authentication Hardware cryptographic accelerators and cryptographic APIs Secure key storage, attestation, anti-rollback protections Work closely with security architects and certification teams to meet internal and industry compliance requirements (e.g., PSA Certified, SESIP, FIPS). Quality and Process Promote best practices in embedded development including secure coding, code reviews, static analysis, and test automation. Drive adoption of CI/CD processes for consistent and high-quality software delivery. Support lifecycle maintenance, customer escalations, and product hardening through rigorous validation and debugging workflows. Required Qualifications & Skills Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. 12+ years of experience in embedded systems software development with at least 2 years in a formal leadership or management role. Expertise in embedded C/C++ and development on ARM Cortex-M class microcontrollers. Hands-on experience delivering low-level software: drivers, RTOS integration, and system libraries. Strong foundational knowledge of embedded system security concepts and secure development practices. Preferred Qualifications & Skills Experience with Zephyr RTOS , including upstream contributions or participation in the Zephyr Project community. Knowledge of secure firmware updates, secure element integration, and trusted execution environments. Familiarity with fuzz testing, threat modeling, or static/dynamic security tools. Experience managing geographically distributed teams across multiple time zones. Exposure to industry certifications and compliance programs such as PSA Certified, SESIP, or FIPS. Benefits & Perks: Not only will you be joining a highly skilled and tight-knit team where every engineer makes a significant impact on the product; we also strive for good work/life balance and to make our environment welcoming and fun. Equity Rewards (RSUs) Insurance plans with Outpatient cover National Pension Scheme (NPS) Flexible work policy Childcare support Silicon Labs is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of our employees. Employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and job-related criteria without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Silicon Labs (NASDAQ: SLAB) is the leading innovator in low-power wireless connectivity, building embedded technology that connects devices and improves lives. Merging cutting-edge technology into the world’s most highly integrated SoCs, Silicon Labs provides device makers the solutions, support, and ecosystems needed to create advanced edge connectivity applications. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Silicon Labs has operations in over 16 countries and is the trusted partner for innovative solutions in the smart home, industrial IoT, and smart cities markets. Learn more at www.silabs.com . Silicon Labs is looking for a Senior Application Engineer to join the Application Engineering team. The Senior Application Engineering team acts as the bridge between customers and the R&D organization, delivering user guides, peripheral and application example code, and actively supporting customers throughout their entire product development journey from planning and design to development and certification. As our new Application Engineer, you get A job in a dynamic and highly innovative technology company in a rapidly growing global market The chance to join a group of highly professional and dedicated colleagues who share your passion Exposure to a broad set of technologies, platforms, and tools The satisfaction of seeing your work in action What you will do: In this role, you will primarily work with our cutting-edge wireless connectivity solutions, including Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), Wi-Fi, and other wireless technologies, helping customers build next-generation connected devices. You will also gain experience with our 32-bit Wireless MCU platforms and embedded systems while supporting customers in the design and development of innovative connected solutions. The role also involves supporting applications related to location technologies, asset tracking solutions, wireless sensing, and edge intelligence. You will collaborate with customers and internal teams to help optimize wireless performance, analyze signals, and support the development of intelligent connected systems. Here is what your daily role will look like: Actively help customers with their design and development activities Create code examples, application notes, and quick start guides for wireless applications Support customers working on location technologies, asset tracking, and wireless sensing applications Assist with signal analysis, wireless performance optimization, and troubleshooting Collaborate with IC design, software engineering, and marketing teams on product evaluations and new product definitions Contribute to solutions involving embedded intelligence and machine learning fundamentals at the edge Mastery needed for success in this role: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering and 6+ years of work experience in an applicable industry Strong Python programming skills Understanding of DevOps fundamentals Strong C programming skills on embedded systems Experience with embedded or real-time operating systems Understanding of signal processing fundamentals Basic understanding of machine learning fundamentals and edge AI concepts Familiarity with wireless location technologies, asset tracking systems, or positioning solutions Experience with artificial intelligence (AI) powered tools and technologies used to enhance productivity, analysis, and decision-making Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English We consider the following experience as a plus: Experience with wireless communication protocols (Bluetooth LE and Wi-Fi) Experience with Bluetooth direction finding, ranging, or positioning technologies Experience with FreeRTOS and Zephyr Familiarity with wireless signal analysis and debugging tools Exposure to AI/ML frameworks or embedded machine learning applications Benefits & Perks Modern office space in a central location in the immediate vicinity of the Leppävaara railway station, Sello shopping centre and other Leppävaara services Free covered parking Free snacks and beverages Extensive occupational health care and supplementary medical expense coverage for treatments performed by specialist physicians Flexible working hours Mobile phone Lunch benefit Smartum Exercise & Culture benefit Quarterly celebrations / holiday parties 3 paid volunteer days per year Paid parental leave (maternity 3 months, paternity 2 weeks), additional parental leaves will be in accordance with legislation Other Workplace Activities Innovation Events – Free Your Gecko Monthly “Lunch & Learn” opportunities The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between €55,650 - €103,350 EUR. Actual base pay could vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, geographic location where work will be performed and applicant’s skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include an annual cash bonus, equity package and a comprehensive benefits package. Silicon Labs is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of our employees. Employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and job-related criteria without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Silicon Labs (NASDAQ: SLAB) is the leading innovator in low-power wireless connectivity, building embedded technology that connects devices and improves lives. Merging cutting-edge technology into the world’s most highly integrated SoCs, Silicon Labs provides device makers the solutions, support, and ecosystems needed to create advanced edge connectivity applications. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Silicon Labs has operations in over 16 countries and is the trusted partner for innovative solutions in the smart home, industrial IoT, and smart cities markets. Learn more at www.silabs.com . Meet the Team You’ll join Silicon Labs’ RAIL team , which develops the Radio Abstraction Interface Layer (RAIL)—the embedded software that enables developers to configure, control, and optimize wireless radios across Silicon Labs’ IoT products. The team works closely with radio, firmware, SDK, validation, and applications engineering teams to deliver reliable, high-performance wireless capabilities for technologies such as Bluetooth Low Energy, proprietary wireless, and multiprotocol IoT solutions. Responsibilities Develop and maintain embedded software features for Silicon Labs wireless radio platforms. Design, implement, test, and debug firmware in C/C++ for resource-constrained microcontrollers. Support radio-control capabilities, including transmit , receive, power management, timing, and diagnostic features. Collaborate with hardware, radio design, SDK, validation, and applications teams to bring new wireless products and features to market. Investigate software and hardware integration issues using debuggers, logic analyzers, and other lab tools. Contribute to code reviews, technical documentation, automated testing, and continuous improvement of development processes. Skills You Need Minimum Qualifications Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering , Computer Engineering, or a related technical field. Strong interest in embedded software, wireless communications, and low-level system development. Academic or project experience in embedded software development using C or C++. Understanding of fundamental wireless communication concepts, including RF, modulation, packet-based communication, or digital signal processing. Familiarity with microcontrollers, embedded peripherals, interrupts, memory-constrained systems, and real-time software concepts. Strong problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills. Ability to use development and debugging tools such as JTAG/SWD debuggers, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, or protocol analyzers. Ability to work effectively in a collaborative engineering environment and communicate technical concepts clearly. Ability to learn complex technical systems, analyze issues, and turn requirements into well-tested software. Clear communication and a collaborative approach to solving engineering challenges. The following skills will be considered a plus: Internship, co-op, research, or project experience related to embedded firmware, wireless systems, or IoT devices. Experience with bare-metal embedded software development, including low-level programming without an RTOS. Exposure to Bluetooth Low Energy, Zigbee, Thread, Wi-Fi, proprietary wireless protocols, or multiprotocol systems. Experience with Python or other scripting languages for test automation, data analysis, or development tooling. Knowledge of RTOS concepts, device drivers, bootloaders, power optimization, or embedded security. Exposure to Git, CI/CD workflows, unit testing, and automated hardware-in-the-loop testing. Participation in engineering competitions, technical organizations, research publications, or relevant student leadership activities. Benefits & Perks You can look forward to the following benefits: Great medical (Choice of PPO or Consumer Driven Health Plan with HSA), dental and vision plans Highly competitive salary 401k plan with match and Roth plan option Equity rewards (RSUs) Life/AD&D and disability coverage Flexible spending accounts Adoption assistance Back-Up childcare Additional benefit options (Commuter benefits, Legal benefits, Pet insurance) Flexible PTO schedule 3 paid volunteer days per year Tuition reimbursement Free downtown parking Onsite gym Monthly wellness offerings Free snacks Monthly company updates with our CEO #LI-MA1 #LI-Hybrid The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between $78,750 - $146,250 USD. Actual base pay could vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, geographic location where work will be performed and applicant’s skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include an annual cash bonus, equity package and a comprehensive benefits package. Silicon Labs is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of our employees. Employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and job-related criteria without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Silicon Labs (NASDAQ: SLAB) is the leading innovator in low-power wireless connectivity, building embedded technology that connects devices and improves lives. Merging cutting-edge technology into the world’s most highly integrated SoCs, Silicon Labs provides device makers the solutions, support, and ecosystems needed to create advanced edge connectivity applications. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Silicon Labs has operations in over 16 countries and is the trusted partner for innovative solutions in the smart home, industrial IoT, and smart cities markets. Learn more at www.silabs.com . The Opportunity Bluetooth® Low Energy (Bluetooth LE) is a cornerstone of Silicon Labs' wireless portfolio and a key technology enabling secure, intelligent, and energy-efficient IoT devices across smart homes, commercial buildings, healthcare, industrial automation, asset tracking, and emerging connected applications. As a foundational technology within our multiprotocol wireless platform, Bluetooth LE plays a critical role in delivering scalable, interoperable, and secure connectivity for millions of IoT devices worldwide. We are looking for an experienced Software Engineering Manager to lead our Bluetooth LE Link Layer Software team in Espoo, Finland. The Link Layer is at the core of Bluetooth LE software, delivering the real-time protocol execution, scheduling, performance, and interoperability that differentiate Silicon Labs' Bluetooth software platform. Our Bluetooth LE Software organization is built around deep technical ownership. We own the long-term architecture, quality, and evolution of the Bluetooth Controller and Host software while working as part of cross-functional execution teams delivering strategic initiatives such as next-generation Bluetooth features, performance optimization, interoperability, and security. In this role, you will lead a team of highly skilled embedded software engineers while partnering closely with the Link Layer Architect to define the technical direction and execute the Bluetooth LE Link Layer Software roadmap. You will collaborate with globally distributed teams across IC Design, SDK, Quality Assurance, Validation, Product Management, Applications Engineering, and Customer Support to deliver high-quality Bluetooth software that powers the next generation of IoT devices. We are looking for a leader who combines outstanding people leadership with deep embedded software expertise and embraces modern engineering practices, including AI-assisted software engineering, to continuously improve engineering productivity, software quality, and execution. Our Engineering Culture We believe exceptional engineering organizations combine deep technical ownership with cross-functional execution. Our engineering managers build enduring technical capabilities while partnering across software, silicon, validation, product management, and customer-facing teams to deliver meaningful customer outcomes. We foster a culture of technical curiosity, engineering excellence, continuous learning, and data-driven decision making. We embrace AI-assisted software engineering to accelerate innovation, improve software quality, enhance developer productivity, and continuously improve engineering effectiveness through modern engineering practices and metrics. Our leaders empower engineers and architects to make sound technical decisions, develop future technical leaders, and build high-performing, collaborative teams. Success is measured not only by delivering great software, but also by creating an engineering organization that continuously improves in quality, predictability, and execution through modern engineering practices, including DORA metrics and continuous improvement. What You Will Do Engineering Leadership Lead, coach, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of embedded software engineers. Foster an inclusive, collaborative, and innovation-driven engineering culture. Build organizational capability through hiring, onboarding, talent development, succession planning, and employee engagement. Develop senior technical leaders by empowering engineers and architects to own technical decisions while fostering accountability and collaboration. Technical Leadership Own the execution and technical health of the Bluetooth LE Link Layer organization. Partner closely with the Link Layer Architect to define technical direction, software architecture, and long-term technology strategy. Drive engineering excellence through architecture reviews, design reviews, code reviews, and continuous modernization of the software platform. Balance feature development, innovation, maintenance, technical debt reduction, and software quality to ensure predictable delivery. Contribute to technical planning, roadmap definition, and architectural decisions across the Bluetooth LE Software organization. Cross-Functional Execution Represent the Bluetooth LE Link Layer Software organization in cross-functional execution teams delivering strategic initiatives across Silicon Labs' wireless portfolio. Collaborate closely with IC Design, Validation, SDK, Quality Assurance, Product Management, Applications Engineering, Security, Customer Support, and other engineering teams. Coordinate engineering priorities, technical dependencies, and execution across globally distributed teams. Build realistic execution plans based on engineering capacity, technical complexity, and business priorities. Provide transparent communication on execution status, technical risks, dependencies, and delivery commitments to engineering leadership. Engineering Excellence Foster a culture of engineering excellence through modern software engineering practices, continuous integration, automated testing, and continuous delivery. Use engineering metrics, including DORA metrics and quality indicators, to continuously improve engineering effectiveness, delivery predictability, software quality, and developer productivity. Champion AI-assisted software engineering by promoting responsible adoption of AI tools for software development, code reviews, testing, debugging, documentation, and engineering workflows. Continuously improve engineering processes, tooling, and workflows to enable scalable execution across globally distributed teams. Skills You Will Need ​ Minimum Qualifications 3+ years of experience leading and managing software engineering teams delivering complex embedded software products. Strong people leadership with demonstrated success hiring, mentoring, coaching, and developing engineering talent. Several years of hands-on embedded software development experience using C. Strong background in highly resource-constrained, real-time embedded systems. Experience developing embedded communication protocols or wireless software, preferably Bluetooth Low Energy or similar wireless technologies. Strong understanding of software architecture, software development lifecycle, Agile methodologies, and modern engineering practices. Experience with continuous integration, automated testing, DevOps, and engineering automation. Experience using engineering collaboration and project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, Git, and CI/CD platforms. Demonstrated success working across globally distributed, cross-functional engineering organizations. Excellent communication, collaboration, stakeholder management, and decision-making skills. Demonstrated understanding of modern AI-assisted software engineering practices and the ability to lead teams in adopting AI tools responsibly to improve engineering productivity, software quality, and developer experience. Experience with artificial intelligence (AI) powered tools and technologies used to enhance productivity, analysis, and decision-making. Qualifications Considered a Plus Experience developing Bluetooth LE Controller (Link Layer) software. Experience with the Bluetooth Core Specification, interoperability, and wireless protocol implementation. Experience working in the semiconductor or wireless connectivity industry. Understanding of radio firmware, scheduling, timing-critical software, or PHY/MAC layer implementations. Experience working closely with silicon design, firmware, and hardware verification teams. Knowledge of additional IoT communication technologies such as Matter, Thread, Zigbee, Wi-Fi, Wi-SUN, or Z-Wave. Experience with RTOS environments including Zephyr or FreeRTOS. Familiarity with embedded debugging tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and protocol analyzers. Experience contributing to software architecture, technical strategy, and long-term technology roadmaps. Experience driving engineering process improvements using engineering metrics and continuous improvement practices. Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to lead one of the industry's most advanced Bluetooth embedded software teams and shape the future of wireless IoT connectivity. You will influence the evolution of Bluetooth LE Link Layer Software, develop exceptional engineering talent, and collaborate with world-class experts across software, silicon, wireless systems, and product engineering. As a key member of the Bluetooth software leadership team, you will help define the engineering culture, technical direction, and execution model that powers secure, intelligent, and energy-efficient IoT devices for customers around the world. Benefits & Perks Modern office space in a central location in the immediate vicinity of the Leppävaara railway station, Sello shopping centre and other Leppävaara services Free covered parking Free snacks and beverages Extensive occupational health care and supplementary medical expense coverage for treatments performed by specialist physicians Flexible working hours Mobile phone Lunch benefit Smartum Exercise & Culture benefit Quarterly celebrations / holiday parties 3 paid volunteer days per year Paid parental leave (maternity 3 months, paternity 2 weeks), additional parental leaves will be in accordance with legislation Other Workplace Activities Innovation Events – Free Your Gecko The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between €54,600 - €101,400 EUR. Actual base pay could vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, geographic location where work will be performed and applicant’s skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include an annual cash bonus, equity package and a comprehensive benefits package. Silicon Labs is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of our employees. Employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and job-related criteria without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.