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The Firmware Engineer II will design, develop, and test the embedded software for pluggable optical transceiver modules within the Optical Engines product unit. You will work closely with Optical, Hardware, and Test engineers to deliver high-quality, production-grade firmware for next-generation optical products.

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 recent hardware
Work with optical, hardware, and test engineers to ensure product goals 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 programming for embedded software
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

Excellent verbal and written communication skills Requirements & Work Setting:
Permanent, full-time position
40 hours/week, Monday – Friday, in-office
Primary location in Ottawa, Canada
Must be authorized to work in Canada
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

📌 Firmware Engineer Ii Ottawa
🏢 Adtran
📍 Ottawa