At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and implement embedded firmware for cutting-edge networking hardware.
- Company: Join Oriole Networks, a leader in photonic networking technology.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work options, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative environment focused on innovation and sustainability.
- Why this job: Be part of a team revolutionising data centres with AI/ML technologies.
- Qualifications: 15+ years in embedded systems with strong C/C++ skills required.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
We are seeking an experienced Firmware Engineer to join our hardware development team.
You will be responsible for designing, implementing and testing embedded firmware for custom networking hardware.
This role involves close collaboration with hardware engineers, software developers and QA teams to ensure seamless integration and optimal system performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain embedded firmware for optical transceiver control.
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to define firmware requirements and interfaces.
- Optimize firmware for performance, reliability, and power efficiency.
- Debug and troubleshoot firmware issues using tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analysers and JTAG interfaces.
- Write and maintain technical documentation, including design specs and test plans.
- Guide and support the development of robust firmware development methodologies, including code reviews, testing strategies, configuration management and automation to ensure product quality and long-term maintainability.
- Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related field.
- Proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems.
- 15 years+ experience with microcontrollers, So Cs, and real-time operating systems (RTOS).
- Familiarity with hardware interfaces such as SPI, I2C, UART and Ethernet.
- Strong debugging skills and experience with embedded development tools.
- Understanding of version control systems (e. g., Git)
- Strong communication skills to present complex ideas.
- Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with networking protocols and packet processing.
- Familiarity of pluggable optical transceiver MSA / CMIS specifications.
- Knowledge of FPGA or ASIC development workflows.
- Familiarity with Linux kernel and device drivers.
- Exposure to CI/CD pipelines for embedded development.
Accelerating AI in a Low Carbon World – Oriole Networks is a photonic networking company, developing disruptive technologies for AI/ML and HPC networking that will revolutionise data centres.
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Senior Principal Firmware Engineer in Paignton employer: Oriole
As a Senior ML Systems Engineer at our innovative company, you'll thrive in a collaborative work culture that values creativity and technical excellence. We offer competitive benefits, including professional development opportunities and a supportive environment that encourages growth in the rapidly evolving field of machine learning. Located in a vibrant tech hub, our team is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technology while ensuring a healthy work-life balance.
