Job Description
Job DescriptionPrincipal Firmware Engineer
Job Title: Principal Firmware Engineer - Optical Transceiver
Job Location: Santa Clara, CA or Fort Lee, NJ
Compensation: $150K - $250K base Depending on experience plus bonus and stock options!
Requirements: Firmware, Optical Transceivers, Silicon Photonics, Embedded Software, Microcontrollers (MCU)
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Principal Firmware Engineer to lead the development of innovative firmware solutions for our cutting-edge optical networking products. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in embedded software design and a passion for advancing technology in the Silicon Photonics domain.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design and implementation of firmware for optical transceivers and related silicon photonic devices.
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to develop and optimize firmware for MCUs and other embedded systems.
- Drive the architecture and development of scalable firmware solutions that meet performance and reliability requirements.
- Conduct code reviews and provide mentorship to junior engineers on best practices in firmware development.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to define product specifications and ensure successful integration of firmware with hardware components.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
- 8+ years of experience in firmware development, preferably in optical networking or related industries.
- Strong knowledge of Silicon Photonics and Optical Networking principles.
- Proficiency in embedded software development and programming languages such as C and C++.
- Experience with designing firmware for MCUs and knowledge of optical transceiver standards, including QSFP.
Benefits
- Fully paid medical, dental, and vision
- Bonus Potential
- Employee Stock Options
- PTO/Vacation
- 401K
- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. CyberCoders will consider for Employment in the City of Los Angeles qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box) Ordinance.This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 06/26/2025 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer
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