Senior Principal Firmware Engineer in Paignton

Senior Principal Firmware Engineer in Paignton

Paignton Full-Time 63000 - 77000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Design and implement cutting-edge embedded firmware for custom 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 team environment with a focus on sustainability and innovation.
  • Why this job: Be at the forefront of AI/ML and HPC networking innovations.
  • 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

Oriole is an exceptional employer located in Greater London, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. Employees benefit from opportunities for professional growth, access to cutting-edge technology, and a supportive environment that encourages creativity in the field of photonics. Join us to be part of a team that values your expertise and contributions while working on groundbreaking solutions.

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Contact Details:

Oriole Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior Principal Firmware Engineer in Paignton

Embedded Firmware Development
C/C++ Programming
Microcontrollers
SoCs
Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS)
SPI, I2C, UART, and Ethernet Interfaces
Debugging Skills