Jobs Companies TP-Link Systems Inc. 2026 Early Career Embedded Software Engineer

About this 2026 Early Career Embedded Software Engineer role at TP-Link Systems Inc.

TP-Link Systems Inc. · Irvine, California, United States

Headquartered in the United States, TP-Link Systems Inc. is a global provider of reliable networking devices and smart home products, consistently ranked as the world’s top provider of Wi-Fi devices. The company is committed to delivering innovative products that enhance people’s lives through faster, more reliable connectivity. With a commitment to excellence, TP-Link serves customers in over 170 countries and continues to grow its global footprint.

We believe technology changes the world for the better! At TP-Link Systems Inc, we are committed to crafting dependable, high-performance products to connect users worldwide with the wonders of technology.

Embracing professionalism, innovation, excellence, and simplicity, we aim to assist our clients in achieving remarkable global performance and enable consumers to enjoy a seamless, effortless lifestyle.

This is a great opportunity for a recent graduate who wants to grow their career in embedded systems, IoT, and consumer or enterprise electronics.

In this role, you’ll help design, develop, and improve the core software that powers our devices. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers, learning how to create reliable, high-performance features that connect with hardware, cloud services, and peripherals.

What You’ll Do

  • Contribute to the design, development, and deployment of scalable software systems and products across a range of engineering domains.
  • Build, test, and maintain high-quality code for applications, services, or system-level software.
  • Collaborate on the development of core components, which may include user-facing applications, backend services, or system-level modules (e.g., networking, connectivity, storage, or device integration).
  • Work with modern development tools, frameworks, and environments.
  • Contribute to testing efforts, including unit, integration, and system-level validation to ensure reliability and performance.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and deliver effective technical solutions.
  • Learn and apply best practices for performance, scalability, and efficiency across different system layers.
  • Stay curious - explore new technologies and contribute ideas that shape future products.

What You’ll Gain

  • Hands-on experience building real-world systems across multiple engineering domains.
  • Mentorship from experienced engineers and exposure to industry best practices in software development.
  • Opportunity to contribute to products used by millions of customers.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
  • Internship, co-op, research, or project experience in software development or a related technical field
  • Proficiency in C/C++
  • Understanding of fundamental computer science concepts
  • Familiarity with the software development lifecycle
  • Strong problem-solving skills, curiosity, and attention to detail
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate effectively
  • Willingness to learn quickly and adapt to new technologies, tools, and frameworks
  • Must have continuous work authorization in the US without the need for visa sponsorships

Benefits

Salary range: $100,000 - $120,000

    • Free snacks and drinks
    • Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance (partial coverage for dependents)
    • Contributions to 401k funds
    • Bi-annual reviews, and annual pay increases
    • Health and wellness benefits, including free gym membership
    • Quarterly team-building events

At TP-Link Systems Inc., we are continually searching for ambitious individuals who are passionate about their work. We believe that diversity fuels innovation, collaboration, and drives our entrepreneurial spirit. As a global company, we highly value diverse perspectives and are committed to cultivating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and valued. We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Beyond compliance, we strive to create a supportive and growth-oriented workplace for everyone. If you share our passion and connection to this mission, we welcome you to apply and join us in building a vibrant and inclusive team at TP-Link Systems Inc.

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How this Embedded Engineer salary compares

This role pays $110,000/yrbelow the typical range for Embedded Engineer roles.

$116,000 median $150,000 $195,000

Typical range $125,000–$172,500/yr, from 7 comparable Embedded Engineer listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See Embedded Engineer salary insights →

About TP-Link Systems Inc.

TP-Link Systems Inc. is a leading provider of consumer Wi-Fi networking products. We continuously develop new products and technologies that transform the way people connect. Our networking expertise uniquely positions us as a leader in emerging technologies that improve our everyday lives, such as smart home products.

Spacious and modern, our US offices create a casual atmosphere that fosters team collaboration. In addition to free snacks and drinks, TP-Link Systems offers a modern working environment, free gym membership, quarterly team building, flex-spending, employee paid benefits, bi-annual raise opportunity, paid vacation & holidays, 401k plan and annual bonus opportunity. Come join our team!

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