Sr Principal Software Engineer, Sr Principal Embedded Software Engineer

About the role

The preferred location for this role is Hopkins, MN (Hybrid).

Responsibilities

• Architect and develop embedded Linux software for 5G cellular routers with integrated Wi-Fi 7/8 capabilities.
• Lead the implementation of key features on the product roadmap, including eSIM, 5G Network Slicing, Dual SIM / Dual Standy/Active, and user experience enhancements.
• Design and optimize networking components, including IP routing, Ethernet interfaces, NAT, and firewall functionality.
• Lead cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of software with hardware, cloud services, and user interfaces.
• Drive agile development practices, including sprint planning, code reviews, and continuous integration.
• Champion software quality through automated testing, static analysis, and robust CI/CD pipelines.
• Integrate AI-powered development tools to accelerate development and improve code quality.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related field
• 10 + years of hands-on software engineering experience
• Proven expertise programming in C for real-time embedded systems or Linux/FreeRTOS platforms

Desired but not required

• Experience with wireless (5G, Wi-Fi, GNSS, BT) and network technologies
• Experience with Qualcomm software architecture (ex. SDX35, SDX6x, SDX7x platforms)
• Knowledge of containerization, virtualization, or edge computing in embedded environments
• Exposure to DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines for embedded systems
• Contributions to open-source networking or embedded projects

Benefits

Digi International offers a distinctive Total Rewards package including a short-term incentive program, new hire stock award, paid parental leave, open (uncapped) PTO, and hybrid work environment in addition to our competitive medical, health & wellbeing and compensation offerings.

Pay

The anticipated base pay range for this position is $134,000 – $210,000.

Schedule

This role is a Hybrid schedule.