Firmware Engineer
Indexed description
- Design, develop, and optimize embedded firmware for high-speed optical transceiver modules (e.g., QSFP-DD, OSFP)
- Collaborate with hardware, optics, and systems teams to define and implement firmware requirements
- Perform bring-up and debugging of firmware on new hardware platforms using lab equipment
- Implement and validate digital control interfaces such as I²C, SPI, MDIO, and CMIS-compliant protocols.
- Support validation, manufacturing, and production teams by providing firmware diagnostics and test features
- Contribute to firmware architecture, documentation, code reviews, and continuous integration efforts
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in embedded firmware development
- Proficiency in embedded C/C++, RTOS, and hardware debugging tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, etc.)
- Hands-on experience with DSP, TIA/drivers, modulators, photodetectors, and laser control
- Familiar with industry standards such as MSA, CMIS, and IEEE 802.3
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional team environment
- Master’s or Ph.D. degree
- Proven expertise in 800G/1.6T optical transceiver design and development
- Experience with scripting languages (e.g. Python, Perl) for test automation and validation
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