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Molex · 7 hours ago

Firmware Development Engineer - Optoelectronics

Fremont, CA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$80K/yr - $130K/yr

Molex is seeking a Firmware Engineer to join their Optical Solutions business unit. In this role, you will develop embedded software for next-generation optical transceivers, contributing to the design, implementation, and testing of firmware that ensures performance and compliance with industry standards.

ElectronicsLogisticsManufacturing

No H1B

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain embedded firmware for optical transceiver modules (QSFP-DD, OSFP, etc.)

Implement I2C/MDIO communication protocols and monitor/control interfaces

Collaborate with hardware, signal integrity, and test teams to validate firmware functionality

Assist in debugging and troubleshooting firmware issues using logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, and protocol analyzers

Support firmware integration with host systems and participate in interoperability testing

Document firmware architecture, APIs, and test procedures

Qualification

Embedded C/C++ programmingI2C/MDIO communication protocolsMicrocontrollersRTOS conceptsOptical communication principlesProblem-solving skillsCommunication abilitiesTeamwork abilities

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field preferred

Solid understanding of embedded C/C++ programming

Familiarity with microcontrollers, RTOS concepts, and low-level hardware interfaces

Exposure to I2C, SPI, UART, or other serial communication protocols

Basic knowledge of optical communication principles is a plus

Demonstrated problem-solving skills, curiosity, and a desire to grow professionally

Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible spending and health savings accounts

Life insurance

ADD

Disability

Retirement

Paid vacation/time off

Educational assistance

Infertility assistance

Paid parental leave

Adoption assistance

Company

Molex

Molex supplies electronic interconnect solutions and connectivity products for a broad range of industries. It is a sub-organization of Koch, Inc..

Founded in 1938

Lisle, Illinois, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.molex.com

Funding

Current Stage

Late Stage

Total Funding

unknown

2013-09-09Acquired

Leadership Team

Martin Slark

CEO

Alexandra Haser

Senior Industry Standards Engineer

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