Sr Mgr, Software Engineering

In our 'always on' world, we believe it's essential to have a genuine connection with the work you do.

CommScope is looking to add a “Sr Mgr, Software Engineering” to our RUCKUS team based in Bengaluru.

Responsible for the development and integration of high-performance Wi-Fi Access Point data plane features, Linux kernel upgrades and advanced packet processing. Oversees the design and implementation of hardware offloading strategies and secure, high-throughput tunnel solutions such as vXLAN over IPsec. Drives performance and security enhancements in encrypted overlay tunneling, while managing a team of engineers and collaborating with SoC vendors and cross-functional teams

How You'll Help Us Connect the World

Candidates having expertise in any two out of the following areas:

• Wi-Fi Access Point Dataplane Architecture: Deep understanding of L2/L3 packet forwarding, bridging, NAT, QoS, and WLAN datapaths across enterprise and carrier-grade APs.
• Linux Kernel Networking & Upgrades: Proficient in kernel module development, kernel version transitions and maintaining compatibility with vendor patches and custom networking stacks.
• Tunnel Offloading & Acceleration: Expertise in designing and implementing offload paths for encrypted overlay tunnels (e.g., vXLAN over IPsec, GRE), leveraging hardware accelerators or fast path engines (e.g., NSS, DPDK).
• Performance Optimization: Skilled in identifying and resolving throughput bottlenecks, interrupt mitigation, CPU/core affinity tuning, DMA optimization and fast-path implementation.
• Security Enhancements: Strong focus on secure tunnel management, IPsec optimizations, key handling, anti-replay protection and maintaining end-to-end encryption performance.

Required Qualifications for Consideration

• 10+ years of work experience in developing AP Data Plane software for wired and wireless platforms
• BTech/MTech, BS/MS in CS or EE
• 2+ years in a technical leadership or engineering management in Wi-Fi
• Strong knowledge of Linux kernel networking, especially in areas like netfilter, xfrm (IPsec), routing, bridging, and traffic control.
• Hands-on expertise in Linux kernel upgrades and aligning with SoC vendor release cycles.
• Deep understanding of dataplane performance optimization, including DMA tuning, interrupt mitigation, and memory management.
• Experience designing or optimizing encrypted tunneling protocols such as vXLAN over IPsec, GRE with a focus on hardware/software offload.
• Familiarity with hardware acceleration techniques (e.g., NSS, DPDK, eBPF, or platform-specific fast paths).
• Solid foundation in IPsec architecture, key exchange mechanisms, anti-replay, and secure tunnel lifecycle management.

• Strong programming skills in C/C++, scripting experience in Python or Bash.
• Experience with OpenWRT or similar embedded Linux build systems.

You Will Excite Us If You Have

• Proven ability to lead cross-functional engineering teams, mentor developers and drive project execution.
• Excellent communication skills for interfacing with SoC vendors, internal stakeholders and executive leadership
• Ability to grasp new, cutting-edge technologies, evaluate and test out alternatives
• Strong work discipline and teamwork spirit. Ability to quickly read, understand and explain technical topics to the team
• Independent, flexible to changes

What happens after you apply:

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Why CommScope?

CommScope is on a quest to deliver connectivity that empowers how we live, work, and learn. Our employees push the boundaries of communications technology that enables game-changing discoveries like 5G, the Internet of Things, and gigabit speeds for everyone, everywhere. With our unmatched expertise in copper, fiber, and wireless infrastructure, our global clients rely on us to outperform today and be ready for the needs of tomorrow.

RUCKUS Networks builds and delivers purpose-driven networks that perform in the demanding environments of the industries we serve. Together with our network of trusted go-to-market partners, we empower our customers to deliver exceptional experiences to the guests, students, residents, citizens and employees who count on them. www.ruckusnetworks.com

If you want to grow your career alongside bright, passionate, and caring people who strive to create what's next…..come connect to your future at CommScope.

CommScope is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO), including people with disabilities and veterans. If you are seeking an accommodation for the application or interview process, please contact us to submit your request at talentacquisition@commscope.com