Software Dev Engineer III

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We are seeking a Software Development Engineer III to join our dynamic engineering team. In this role, you will work on developing and enhancing embedded software for broadband devices, focusing on technologies such as DOCSIS, PON, and Wi-Fi. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and test software that powers cutting-edge broadband devices, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded software for broadband devices, with a focus on DOCSIS, PON, and Wi-Fi technologies.
• Implement and optimize software components for performance, reliability, and security.
• Develop firmware for microcontrollers and processors used in broadband devices.
• Write secure, maintainable code across multiple repositories, anticipate and guard against problems in production, and actively contribute to knowledge bases
• Integrate software with hardware components, ensuring seamless operation of broadband devices.
• Conduct unit, integration, and system testing to validate software functionality and performance.
• Debug and resolve issues at the hardware-software interface.
• Drive the development of software solutions for broadband devices, identifying opportunities arising from both new and established technologies.
• Serve as a go-to expert for DOCSIS, PON, Wi-Fi, and related technologies, establishing and gaining acceptance for technical solutions.
• Apply software architecture principles with an understanding of technical debt and trade-offs, sometimes employing prototyping and proofs of concept.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers, network engineers, and other software developers to deliver high-quality products.
• Document software designs, specifications, and test plans.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers.
• Write clear and concise workflow documents, emails, presentations, and thought leadership materials.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in broadband technologies and embedded software development.
• Contribute to process improvements and best practices within the engineering team.
• Proactively share knowledge, mentor junior engineers, and maintain accountability for team performance and production availability.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. Master’s degree is a plus.
• Experience:
  
  10+ years of experience in embedded software development, with a focus on broadband technologies (DOCSIS, PON, Wi-Fi).
• Certifications:
  
  Relevant certifications in networking or embedded systems are advantageous.
• Embedded C/C++:
  Proficiency in C and C++ for embedded software development.
• Embedded HW:
  Understanding of embedded systems and experience working with low-level hardware, including an understanding of CPU architectures, memory management, and device drivers.
• Networking Protocols:
  Strong understanding of networking protocols, particularly DOCSIS, PON (GPON, EPON), and Wi-Fi (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax).
• Wi-Fi Technologies:
  Familiarity with Wi-Fi standards, troubleshooting, and performance optimization
• Linux/Unix Systems:
  Experience with embedded Linux or Unix-based systems. Understanding of Linux system programming. Proficiency in Linux and experience in configuring, customizing, and building Linux distributions
• Scripting
  
  Languages:
  
  Familiarity with scripting languages (Python, Bash) for automation and testing.
• Debugging Tools:
  Proficient in using debugging tools and methodologies for embedded systems
• Version Control:
  Experience with version control systems like Git.
• Build System:
  Knowledge of the Yocto build system.
• Testing Frameworks:
  Experience with automated testing frameworks and test-driven development (TDD).
• Software…