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Software Engineer I


Job Location:

Austin, TX - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 78750 - 146250
Posted: 29 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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 worlds 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.

Meet the Team

Youlljoin Silicon LabsRAIL team which develops the Radio Abstraction Interface Layer (RAIL)the embedded software that enables developers to configure control andoptimizewireless 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 andmaintainembedded software features for SiliconLabswireless radio platforms.

  • Design implement test and debug firmware in C/C for resource-constrained microcontrollers.

  • Support radio-control capabilities includingtransmit 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

  • Masters degree in Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering ora relatedtechnical 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 offundamental 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 toBluetooth 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 planoption

  • Equity rewards (RSUs)

  • Life/AD&D and disability coverage

  • Flexible spending accounts

  • Adoptionassistance

  • Back-Up childcare

  • Additionalbenefit 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

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The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between $78750 - $146250 USD. Actual base pay could vary based on factors including but not limited to experience geographic location where work will be performed and applicants 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.


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