As a Senior Principal Firmware Engineer, you'll lead firmware design and development for optical modules, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate in Agile teams.
In this role as a Senior Principal Firmware Engineer, you will work within a dynamic Agile scrum team dedicated to innovation in optical systems. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including hardware and software professionals, to design and implement cutting-edge firmware for next-gen optical modules. You'll enjoy a culture of continuous improvement, where your expertise will drive the growth and success of junior engineers and the collective team. We offer a competitive salary and performance bonuses, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities for professional development. Your contributions will directly impact Nokia’s mission of connecting the world, while you engage in challenging projects that push the boundaries of technology in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Lead design, implementation, testing, and delivery of firmware features for pluggable modules.
- Develop and maintain high-performance embedded firmware using C/C++ and Python.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define firmware requirements and system architecture.
- Analyze system performance and identify enhancement opportunities using cutting-edge technologies.
- Engage in Agile/Scrum development processes, serving as Product Owner or technical lead when necessary.
- Mentor junior engineers, fostering a collaborative team culture focused on growth.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of development tools, workflows, and coding standards.
- Partner with hardware, ASIC, and software teams for seamless integration and performance optimization.
Must-Have:
- 10+ years of experience in embedded firmware development.
- Proficiency in C/C++ and scripting skills in Python.
- Solid understanding of ARM architecture and embedded operating systems.
- Proven experience leading teams or projects in an Agile/Scrum environment.
- Excellent debugging, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Nice-To-Have:
- Experience with advanced pluggable transceivers (e.g., 400ZR, 800ZR, 1600ZR).
- Familiarity with stateful protocol design and management network architecture.
- Knowledge of low-level hardware interfaces and peripheral drivers.
Top Skills
Agile
Arm Architecture
C
C++
Python
Scrum
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