Principal Firmware Engineer
About the Role
As a Principal Firmware Engineer at Nokia, you will lead the development of embedded firmware for advanced coherent optical systems. You will design and deliver innovative firmware features within an Agile environment, leveraging your expertise in C/C++ and Python. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will enhance system performance and drive integration with custom SoCs and embedded operating systems. This role offers the opportunity to mentor junior engineers and contribute to high-quality products that support Nokia's mission in the optical module space, ensuring seamless connectivity worldwide.
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Responsibilities
- 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:
- 15+ 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.
- 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.
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.
About Nokia
Nokia is a Finnish multinational technology company specializing in telecommunications infrastructure, software, and licensing. It provides network equipment and services for mobile, fixed, and cloud networks to communications service providers and enterprises worldwide.
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