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Connectivity Software Engineer, Consumer Devices

OpenAI· Consumer Devices
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Hybrid (San Francisco)$347k - $385k + equityFull-timePosted 10mo ago

About the role

OpenAI seeks a Connectivity Software Engineer to design, implement, and optimize wireless connectivity features across its product ecosystem, focusing on Bluetooth/BLE and Wi-Fi, kernel drivers, system services, and fleet-scale connectivity infrastructure in a hybrid role based in San Francisco.

Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and debug Bluetooth/BLE and Wi-Fi features across kernel drivers, BlueZ/wpa_supplicant/hostapd, and systemd/D-Bus services
  • Deliver robust pairing, bonding, and provisioning flows (GATT/GAP, LE Audio/LC3, WPA3/802.1X, captive portals, NAN)
  • Optimize link performance: throughput, latency, jitter, roaming, coexistence (BT↔Wi-Fi), and power modes (TWT, WoWLAN)
  • Build reliable network management using NetworkManager/nmcli, nl80211/cfg80211/mac80211, DNS/DHCP/mDNS, P2P/SoftAP
  • Instrument and analyze with packet captures and tooling (btmon/hcidump, Wireshark, iperf, eBPF/perf, spectrum sniffers)
  • Drive interoperability and certification readiness (Bluetooth SIG, Wi-Fi Alliance) and resolve field issues with root-cause fixes
  • Contribute to OTA-safe configuration, telemetry, and diagnostics for fleet-scale operation

Qualifications

  • Have deep experience shipping wireless features on Linux-based products
  • Are highly proficient in C/C++ with scripting experience (Python or shell) and systems debugging (gdb, strace, logs, packet traces)
  • Possess deep knowledge of Bluetooth Classic/BLE (HCI, L2CAP, GATT/GAP, profiles) and Wi-Fi (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, WPA2/3, nl80211, NAN)
  • Bring hands-on experience with BlueZ, wpa_supplicant/hostapd, NetworkManager, and driver bring-up on ARM64 or x86 platforms
  • Have a proven track record of improving real-world performance and reliability under RF constraints

Skills

Required:Linux kernel driver developmentC/C++Bluetooth Classic/BLE (HCI, L2CAP, GATT/GAP)Wi-Fi protocols and roamingBlueZ, wpa_supplicant/hostapd, NetworkManager
Nice to have:RF performance optimization

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family, with employer contributions to Health Savings Accounts
  • Pre-tax accounts for Health FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and commuter expenses (parking and transit)
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
  • Paid parental leave (up to 24 weeks for birth parents and 20 weeks for non-birthing parents), plus paid medical and caregiver leave (up to 8 weeks)
  • Paid time off: flexible PTO for exempt employees and up to 15 days annually for non-exempt employees
  • 13+ paid company holidays, and multiple paid coordinated company office closures throughout the year for focus and recharge, plus paid sick or safe time
  • Mental health and wellness support
  • Employer-paid basic life and disability coverage
  • Annual learning and development stipend
  • Daily meals in offices, and meal delivery credits as eligible
  • Relocation support for eligible employees
  • Additional taxable fringe benefits (e.g., charitable donation matching and wellness stipends)
Last updated Oct 8, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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