Staff Firmware Development Engineer
Infinera
Kanata, Ottawa, ON, Canada
Posted on May 21, 2026
Job Description
In this role, you'll join a dynamic firmware team dedicated to enhancing Nokia’s next-generation Optical Engine tailored for long-haul and metro applications. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you’ll design and implement innovative solutions that tackle complex problems in Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing transport products. Your contributions will have a direct impact on the efficiency and reliability of cutting-edge optical technologies. You'll benefit from an environment that encourages knowledge sharing and collaboration, where your insights and expertise are valued. We offer competitive compensation, opportunities for professional growth, and a comprehensive benefits package, including health, wellness programs, and flexible work arrangements, ensuring a balanced and fulfilling work-life experience.
How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn
Must-Have:
In this role, you'll join a dynamic firmware team dedicated to enhancing Nokia’s next-generation Optical Engine tailored for long-haul and metro applications. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you’ll design and implement innovative solutions that tackle complex problems in Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing transport products. Your contributions will have a direct impact on the efficiency and reliability of cutting-edge optical technologies. You'll benefit from an environment that encourages knowledge sharing and collaboration, where your insights and expertise are valued. We offer competitive compensation, opportunities for professional growth, and a comprehensive benefits package, including health, wellness programs, and flexible work arrangements, ensuring a balanced and fulfilling work-life experience.
How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn
- Design, implement, and test code for next-generation Optical Engine firmware used in Long Haul, Metro, and Data Center Interconnects.
- Develop and maintain Firmware Requirement and Design documents.
- Collaborate with optical, hardware, FPGA, software, manufacturing, and test teams for seamless integration.
- Provide knowledge transfer to manufacturing processes.
- Debug and resolve customer issues effectively.
- Contribute to testing documentation to ensure product quality and compliance.
- Participate in design reviews and provide input on architectural decisions.
- Continuously seek improvements in firmware development processes and methodologies.
Must-Have:
- BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
- 6+ years of embedded software development experience in a multithreaded real-time environment
- Strong C/C++ programming skills
- Experience with device driver development for Linux or Real-Time Operating Systems
- Excellent analytical and troubleshooting abilities
- Experience with scripting languages
- Hands-on experience with Zynq and ARM processors
- Familiarity with firmware requirements and design documentation
- Knowledge of optical engineering concepts
- Experience working with cross-functional teams