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OLS Embedded Software Engineer

Wipro


Job Location:

Rome - Italy

Yearly Salary: EUR 51000 - 70000
Posted: 29 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Wipro Limited (NYSE: WIT BSE: 507685 NSE: WIPRO) is a leading technology services and consulting company focused on building innovative solutions that address clients most complex digital transformation needs. Leveraging our holistic portfolio of capabilities in consulting design engineering and operations we help clients realize their boldest ambitions and build future-ready sustainable businesses. With over 230000 employees and business partners across 65 countries we deliver on the promise of helping our customers colleagues and communities thrive in an ever-changing world. For additional information visit us at .

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and implement embedded software and system components primarily using MATLAB C and C tailored for Optical Line System development.
  • Develop and maintain Device Abstraction and Hardware Abstraction Layers to interface with protocols and devices such as I2C SPI MDIO EEPROMs sensors optical pluggables and other optical components.
  • Lead control system software development for EDFA and Raman amplifiers including gain control algorithms Automatic Power Control (APC) Automatic Gain Control (AGC) power balancing alarm monitoring safety shutdowns and protection switching mechanisms.
  • Support the development and enhancement of ROADM and line system functionalities involving spectrum allocation path computation flexgrid provisioning and dynamic real-time network reconfiguration.
  • Create and optimize software for optical pluggables focusing on CMIS/SFF interface support DDM/DOM monitoring module state management firmware upgrade processes and power class regulation.
  • Contribute to optical topology modeling including impairment-aware routing algorithms and advanced optical power management solutions to improve network performance and resilience.
  • Apply in-depth understanding of coherent optical modulation techniques such as QPSK DP-QPSK BPSK QAM variants plus knowledge of baud rate spectral efficiency BER and Forward Error Correction (FEC) to influence design and testing procedures.
  • Validate and analyze optical subsystem performance using instrumentation such as Optical Spectrum Analyzers optical power meters oscilloscopes Variable Optical Attenuators (VOA) optical switches wave shapers tunable lasers and traffic generators.

Mandatory Requirements:

  • Bachelors or Masters degree in Electronics Electrical Engineering Computer Science Telecommunications Photonics Optics Applied Physics or a closely related technical field.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience for engineer roles and at least 8 years for senior positions specifically in embedded software development telecom software solutions network element software firmware and Linux driver development.
  • Proven hands-on expertise in at least two core technical domains encompassing programming/system software Linux device interfacing hardware-interface protocols optical line system technology or optical pluggable software.
  • Credential in at least one dedicated optical area is essential: either Optical Line Systems (OLS) or Optical Pluggables demonstrating comprehensive familiarity with their operational and technical aspects.
  • Strong problem-solving skills to address complex embedded systems challenges within optical networks coupled with excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively in cross-functional teams.
Why work at Wipro Technologies-Italy

At Wipro we are proud to foster an inclusive and diverse workplace where all individuals have equal opportunities to thrive regardless of age cultural or ethnic background sexual orientation gender identity expression disability or veteran status. We recognize the value brought by a spectrum of perspectives and are committed to creating an environment where curiosity learning and knowledge sharing flourish.

With over 75 years of heritage as a purpose-driven organization Wipro is dedicated to sustainable business practices social responsibility and ethical operations that advance community well-being and environmental stewardship. Approximately 66% of our economic ownership is dedicated to philanthropic initiatives underscoring our commitment to making a positive global impact.

Wipro embraces its culture encapsulated by the 5-Habits for Success: Being Respectful Being Responsive Always Communicating Demonstrating Stewardship and Building Trust. These principles guide our daily interactions and continuous improvement.

We encourage individuals who are inspired to innovate and evolve to join us in shaping the future of technology. Applications from persons with disabilities are warmly welcomed reflecting our commitment to accessibility and inclusion.

Reinvent your world with us. We are reshaping Wipro to be a leading digital transformation partner driven by audacious goals and a spirit of reinventionof ourselves our careers and the technology landscape. Wipro provides an empowering environment where you can design your reinvention and fulfill your career aspirations.

Additional Information:

Mandatory Skills: Expertise in Telecom Packet Optical Network Element Layer 1 Software Development is essential to excel in this role.

Experience Level: Candidates with 8 to 10 years of relevant industry experience will find this position well-suited to their expertise.

Compensation: The indicative gross annual salary range is 51000 to 70000. Final salary placement within this range will be determined using objective gender-neutral criteria encompassing experience skill sets and role responsibilities in strict compliance with the applicable Contratto Collettivo Nazionale di Lavoro (National Collective Labor Agreement).

Equal Opportunity Employment: Wipro advocates for equal employment opportunities and strictly prohibits any discrimination or harassment based on race color religion age sex national origin disability status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other protected characteristic under applicable laws.

Join a global company powered by a shared purpose and dedicated to fostering an environment where continuous learning collaboration and innovation drive mutual success. As the technology landscape evolves so do weinviting you to be an integral part of this dynamic transformation.

Mandatory Skills: Telecom Packet Optical NE Layer 1 SW.

Experience: 8-10 Years.

Indicative Gross Annual Salary: 51000 to 70000 .

Final positioning within the range will be based on objective gender-neutral criteria such as experience skills and role scope in compliance with the applicable Contratto Collettivo Nazionale di Lavoro.

Wipro provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discriminationand harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reinvent your world. We are building a modern Wipro. We are an end-to-end digital transformation partner with the boldest ambitions. To realize them we need people inspired by reinvention. Of yourself your career and your skills. We want to see the constant evolution of our business and our industry. It has always been in our DNA - as the world around us changes so do we. Join a business powered by purpose and a place that empowers you to design your own reinvention.

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