What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Engineer / Cloud Architect position at GL.iNet?
About the Role
GL.iNet is expanding its U.S. engineering team and is seeking a Principal Engineer / Architect to serve as the technical leader for our U.S. operations.
This role is responsible for defining and leading the end-to-end system architecture across embedded firmware, networking systems, and cloud platforms. You will work closely with global R&D teams to drive technical direction and execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead architecture design across embedded systems and cloud platforms
- Define system standards, APIs, and integration patterns across product lines
- Drive technical roadmap for networking devices, IoT gateways, and remote access platforms
- Design scalable and secure systems supporting large-scale device deployments
- Provide technical leadership in Linux systems, networking stack, and system architecture
- Collaborate with global engineering teams, acting as a key technical bridge between U.S. and China teams
- Participate in technical design reviews and establish engineering best practices
- Support technical documentation related to regulatory and compliance requirements (e.g., FCC)
Qualifications
- 10 years of experience in software, systems, or platform engineering
- 5 years of experience in architecture-level roles across cloud and embedded/Linux systems
- Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and distributed systems
- Solid understanding of Linux systems, networking protocols, and system architecture
- Experience with IoT platforms, device management systems, or large-scale distributed systems
- Familiarity with networking technologies (TCP/IP, VPN, WireGuard, OpenVPN)
- Experience with DevSecOps or system security practices is a plus
Language Requirements
- Fluent in English
- Mandarin Chinese required for collaboration with global engineering teams
Work Location
- Remote within the United States
- Comfortable working across U.S. and China time zones
- Willingness to travel to China occasionally (2–3 times per year)
Job Types: Full-time
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Performance-based bonus
- Long-term incentives (equity)
- Additional benefits provided in accordance with company policy
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance