Prototype Engineer

About This Role

Senior Engineer – Network Prototyping

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

About the Opportunity

Join an advanced engineering team building next-generation secure communication platforms used by governments and critical infrastructure worldwide. Working at the intersection of networking, software engineering, and advanced communication technologies, you will help develop early-stage prototypes that shape future secure network and communication products.

Role Overview

We are looking for a Senior Engineer – Network Prototyping to design and develop early product prototypes for advanced networking and communication systems. This role focuses on combining strong programming skills with deep networking knowledge to build proof-of-concept solutions, validate new ideas, and support the development of next-generation secure communication platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop early-stage networking prototypes based on product and customer requirements.
• Develop and implement networking features using C/C++ and Python.
• Experiment with new algorithms, protocols, and system designs to improve performance and functionality.
• Work with cross-functional engineering teams to validate and refine prototype solutions.
• Build and demonstrate proof-of-concept implementations for internal stakeholders and product teams.
• Analyze system behavior under different network conditions and optimize solutions accordingly.
• Document prototype architectures, findings, and technical improvements.

Requirements

• Hands-on experience in networking software development or communication systems engineering.
• Strong programming skills in C/C++ and Python.
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, routing, switching, and QoS.
• Experience developing or enhancing networking features or communication protocols.
• Experience working in Linux-based development environments.
• Hands-on experience with prototyping, R&D activities, or proof-of-concept development.
• Strong analytical thinking and ability to design and improve technical solutions.

Why This Role

• Work on innovative networking technologies shaping future secure communication systems
• Be part of early-stage product innovation and R&D development
• Collaborate with highly skilled engineers across multiple technology domains
• Competitive compensation and relocation support