Embedded Software Engineer

Responsibilities

• Develop embedded software applications targeting PPC processor applications for hardware design verification and manufacturing testing
• Design and implement Linux drivers and diagnostics for Packet Networking Platforms
• Collaborate on driver development for application software and create diagnostics to verify system design elements
• Configure and exercise control and data paths to support design verification and manufacturing testing
• Integrate and develop control plane and device drivers for data plane elements within telecommunication and networking systems
• Support secure booting processes, including root-of-trust implementations and certificate management
• Work with cross-functional teams, including hardware design and project management, to deliver high-quality Linux platform solutions

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics and Telecommunication or Computer Science
• Minimum of 1+ years of experience in embedded firmware development
• Expertise in Linux driver/middleware development for embedded platforms
• Proven diagnostic and software design, coding, debugging, and testing skills
• Significant experience developing low-level drivers or diagnostics for telecom/datacom networking platforms
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with ONT, PON, G-PON technologies, OMCI stack, Y.1731, and RFC2544
• Experience with network processors, MACs, control processors, physical layers, TDM, I2C, and SERDES devices
• Self-starter attitude with a team-oriented approach to work

About the Company

Ciena is a global leader in high-speed connectivity, committed to a people-first approach. We prioritize a flexible work environment that empowers individual growth, well-being, and belonging, driving business priorities alongside meaningful social and community impact.