Senior Firmware Engineer

The SeniorFirmware Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, and testing of the embedded software for optical transceiver assemblies and plugs within the Coherent Pluggable product unit. The engineering expert will work closely with Optical, Hardware, and Test engineers to ensure product goals are met.  

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Perform all aspects of embedded firmware design and development, including architecture, design, implementation, testing, and debugging 

• Write device drivers for complex ASIC’s, FPGA’s, and other components 

• Contribute to hardware design and participate in hardware design reviews 

• Support the initial turn-up of new hardware 

• Work with optical, hardware, and test engineers in an Agile development environment to ensure team and productgoals are met 

• Develop automation scripts to validate and test the product firmware 

• Develop user interfaces for transceiver assemblies and plugs 

• Assist in the design and implementation of manufacturing test fixtures 

Basic Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related 

• Proficient in C/C++ programming for embedded software 

• Adhere to software development best practices including C++ coding standards and Agile/Scrum practices 

• Debugging software experience 

• Real-time operating systems experience 

• Familiar with ARM or other microcontrollers 

• Familiar with UARTs as well as SPI and I2C protocols 

• Proficient with reading schematics and using an oscilloscope 

• Familiarity with optical networking (OTN, Gigabit Ethernet) is a plus 

• Proficient with source code control systems such as git. 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 

Requirements & Work Environment: 

• Occasional traveling (< 10%) to support customers/vendors working with Adtran and using Adtran’s products 

• Permanent, full-time position  

• 40 hours/week, Monday – Friday, in-office 

• Primary location in Norcross, GA USA 

• Must be authorized to work in USA 

• Be energetic and eager to collaborate with a wide variety of cultures and personalities 

• Be able to maintain a positive outlook in the face of uncertainty 

• Have a genuine desire to learn, innovate, and succeed