Senior Firmware Engineer - Molex

Molex possesses a rich heritage in the optical industry. We provide the highest performing and field-proven wavelength management solutions from components, modules to integrated line-cards. Our team is dedicated to continuous innovation in passive component function integration, miniaturization, and manufacturing automation. We provide cutting edge Wavelength Selective Switch (WSS) and amplifier technology with a comprehensive optical, mechanical, electrical and software integration capabilities enable us to serve the needs of high-density, high-bandwidth, and flexible optical networks.

In Bridgewater, we serve large, global clients in telecom and datacom industries in providing next generation optical modules to support the growing need for data and communications. We are developing optical alignment techniques and opto-mechanical assemblies for Wavelength Selective Switches.

We are looking for an Embedded Software Engineer that will be responsible with working with our team to create, maintain, and update embedded control software for our Wavelength Selective Switch (WSS) product line. The engineer will work closely with Project and Product-Line Managers, Customers, and the rest of our engineering team to design and implement new features, and to troubleshoot and improve existing products. This person will report to the Firmware Group Manager.

What You Will Do

• Responsible in designing, developing, optimizing and implementing an embedded software that is programmed into devices built around a Wavelength Selective Switch.
• Write code to solve problems and implement systems that make the physical hardware function appropriately.
• Develop control loop code, image rendering, API objects and supporting data structures.
• Develop board support package drivers, boot code and utility code for new HW platform development and board bring-up.
• Develop and implement software in C programming language and test scripts for unit testing.
• Perform code review, merge requests and create release build using GitLab following development process in place.
• Perform FW functional and unit test with optical test equipment making use of scripting languages whenever possible.
• Support customers as they integrate our product into their system
• Plan, improve and manage software applications from inception to final use

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related technical discipline
• Experience with C Programming in industry
• Experience writing low level software such as device drivers, boot loaders, or stand-alone control software
• Able to read and understand schematic diagrams.
• Experience with scripting languages, preferably Python
• This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship

What Will Put You Ahead

• Ability to travel both domestically and internationally on occasion in the U.S. and China
• Experience with hardware bring-up
• Experience using Linux
• Experience using lab tools such as oscilloscopes to debug low-level issues
• Masters or PhD highly desired

For this role, we anticipate paying $150,000 - $200,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.

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Who We Are

As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading-edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before.

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Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

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Equal Opportunities

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