Senior Engineering Manager – Wireless Radio Firmware (G12)

Meet the Team

The Cisco Wireless Radio Software team builds and integrates the firmware and driver layers that power Wi-Fi radios across Cisco’s access point portfolio. We work closely with chipset vendors (Qualcomm, Broadcom, MediaTek), platform teams, and system engineers to deliver high-performance, reliable wireless connectivity at global scale.

Our team operates at the intersection of RF, firmware, drivers, and system software—enabling advanced Wi-Fi features and ensuring seamless operation across complex wireless environments.

Your Impact

As an Engineering Manager for the Wireless Radio / Firmware team, you will build, lead, and scale a high-performing engineering team responsible for radio software development and integration. You will drive execution across firmware, driver, and system layers while shaping the technical direction and ensuring delivery of high-quality wireless solutions.

This role requires a strong combination of people leadership, deep wireless expertise, and system-level thinking, along with the ability to work closely with chipset vendors and cross-functional teams.

In this role:

• Build, lead, and mentor a team of engineers working on radio firmware and driver development

• Drive delivery of Wi-Fi features and radio software integration from concept to production

• Collaborate with chipset vendors (e.g., Qualcomm, Broadcom, MediaTek) on firmware, driver issues, and roadmap alignment

• Work closely with platform, feature, QA, and hardware teams to ensure seamless system integration

• Guide resolution of complex, cross-layer issues spanning firmware, drivers, RF behavior, and system software

• Define team priorities, manage execution, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality software