What you'll do
- Develop and maintain embedded firmware for ARM and DSP-based optical test cassettes using C/C++ and embedded Linux.
- Interface firmware with FPGA co-processors and maintain PCIe bridge FPGA logic for hardware acceleration and bus translation.
- Design microcontroller firmware for power management, FPGA programming, and chassis control using C.
- Contribute to Linux kernel and device tree customization, debugging hardware-software integration issues and system services.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with hardware and software teams to support manufacturing, calibration, and production testing.
What you should know
- This role requires 7+ years of embedded firmware experience with strong C/C++ skills and hardware interfacing knowledge.
- Candidates should be comfortable working across the full hardware-software stack including FPGA, microcontrollers, and Linux kernel.
- The position is onsite in Ottawa, offering exposure to cutting-edge optical test instrumentation and telecom applications.
- Applicants will engage in complex debugging and multi-threaded real-time signal processing development.
- Experience with AI-augmented development tools and embedded Linux build environments is a plus.
About the company
- VIAVI Solutions is a global leader in network test, monitoring, and light management technologies across multiple industries.
- The company values customer success, collaboration, and innovation to deliver solutions that keep the world connected.
- VIAVI operates in diverse sectors including telecommunications, aerospace, automotive, and government markets.
- It is a NASDAQ-listed company with a strong focus on advanced technology and embedded systems.
- The culture encourages employees to question, collaborate, and push boundaries to delight customers.
Key required skills
CC++ARMDSPFPGAVerilogI2CSPIUARTUSBLinux kernelDevice treeJTAGGitPCIe