Embedded Software Developer (Optical Control)
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Job Summary
Join Syntronic: Where Your Innovation Shapes the Future
At Syntronic we dont just follow industry trendswe set them! Join us in partnering with visionary companies and the brightest minds to turn ground-breaking ideas into reality. Imagine working on cutting-edge telecom advancements pioneering automotive tech life-saving healthcare innovations and next-gen industrial automation. Our projects are diverse impactful and at the forefront of technological innovation. Be a part of something extraordinary!
Who are we:
Syntronic is a global leader in design and development specializing in electronics electro-mechanics and software. Were not just a company; were a community of innovators. Our teams work on projects that define the futurefrom creating state-of-the-art communication systems and autonomous vehicles to advancing IoT solutions that revolutionize everyday life. At Syntronic your work will make a real difference.
What were looking for:
We are seeking individuals who want to:
Collaborate with top-tier clients on transformative cutting-edge projects.
Engage with and learn from industry leaders
Innovate from concept to completion ensuring high standards.
Gain international experience on global projects.
Thrive in an entrepreneurial environment that supports new ideas.
Explore multiple sectors like telecommunications automotive healthcare and industrial automation.
We are looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to develop the software that directly controls and stabilizes Layer 0 optical components in advanced DWDM systems. You will build real-time and near-real-time software responsible for managing lasers optical power and signal behavior ensuring high-performance and reliable operation of optical transport equipment. This is a hands-on role at the intersection of embedded systems control logic and photonic hardware.
What youll do
- Design and implement embedded software for Layer 0 optical control systems
- Develop and optimize control loops for optical power wavelength stabilization and signal quality
- Interface directly with hardware components such as lasers VOAs amplifiers and sensors
- Implement real-time or near-real-time feedback systems for optical calibration and control
- Develop low-level drivers and hardware abstraction layers (I2C SPI etc.)
- Collaborate with system architects to translate optical behavior into software functionality
- Contribute to fault detection protection and restoration mechanisms in optical networks
- Expose system functionality via management interfaces (e.g. REST APIs telemetry systems)
- Debug complex issues across hardware firmware and software layers
- Participate in system bring-up integration and performance tuning
- Optimize software for performance reliability and scalability in carrier-grade environments
- Write clean maintainable and well-documented code
What youll need to get the job done
- 5 years of relevant experience
- Strong programming experience in C/C and/or Rust
- Experience with embedded Linux or low-level systems programming
- Hands-on experience interfacing with hardware and developing drivers
- Understanding of control systems or feedback loop implementation
- Experience with multi-threaded or real-time software systems
- Familiarity with debugging across software and hardware boundaries
- Exposure to telecom or networking systems (optical experience is a strong plus)
- Experience with version control (Git) and modern development workflows
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams
What will make us REALLY love you
- Experience working on DWDM ROADM or optical transport systems
- Background in control theory signal processing or physics-based systems
- Experience implementing Layer 0 protection and restoration mechanisms
- Familiarity with network management models (YANG OpenConfig NETCONF)
$120000 - $145000 a year
This posting is for an active vacancy.
What youll love about us:
At Syntronic our employees are our greatest asset. We foster innovation collaboration and excellence offering opportunities for personal and professional growth. Join a global community that values creativity and diversity.
Ready to Shape the Future with Us
If youre ready to elevate your career and be part of a team thats making a real impact we want to hear from you. Apply today and embark on your journey with Syntronic where your ideas and innovations can truly make a difference.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.
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About Company
We are a leading engineering design house with more than 35 years of experience of working with R&D, NPI, production & aftermarket services.
