Senior Software Engineer (Optics Driver)

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Software Engineer / Senior Software Engineer to join our Optics Driver Team. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in C and Python programming, platform software development, and deep understanding of optical networking technologies. This role involves developing and validating optics drivers, enabling hardware platforms, debugging complex hardware-software interactions, and supporting next-generation optical transceiver technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain optics driver software for networking platforms.
• Perform board bring-up, platform enablement, and hardware-software integration activities.
• Develop and optimize Layer-1 datapath software components for optical modules and networking hardware.
• Implement and support industry-standard optical management interfaces and protocols, including SFF, CMIS, and C-CMIS.
• Troubleshoot and debug complex issues across software, firmware, and hardware layers.
• Collaborate with hardware, FPGA, system test, and platform teams to ensure seamless integration and feature delivery.
• Create test automation, diagnostics, and validation frameworks using Python.
• Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and architecture planning.
• Leverage modern development practices and AI-assisted tools for software development, testing, and productivity improvements.

Required Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience in C programming and Python scripting.
• Experience in platform software development for embedded or networking systems.
• Solid knowledge of board bring-up, hardware enablement, and device driver development.
• Strong understanding of Layer-1 networking concepts and optical communication technologies.
• Hands-on experience with optical transceiver standards such as SFF and CMIS.
• Experience in software debugging, root cause analysis, and performance optimization.
• Familiarity with Linux-based development environments and embedded systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with C-CMIS implementation and validation.
• Knowledge of Cisco IOS XR architecture and networking platforms.
• Experience working on high-speed networking products such as routers, switches, and optical systems.
• Strong expertise in hardware/software integration and platform diagnostics.
• Exposure to automation frameworks, CI/CD pipelines, and AI-assisted development/testing tools.
• Knowledge of Ethernet, optics, and networking protocols.