Embedded Software Developer

Sanmina; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanmina AMT, a division delivering advanced RF, optical, and microelectronics solutions, seeks an Embedded Software Developer to drive firmware for high-performance optical transceivers. You will join a cross-functional team spanning hardware, software, and test disciplines, contributing from concept through to production.

The role requires a BS in engineering and 2+ years of embedded experience with C/C++ and ARM Cortex-M, plus hands-on debugging, drivers, and realtime software development.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in a relevant engineering field; MS/PhD asset.
• Embedded software development for real-time systems.
• Experience with C/C++ and assembly; debugging/profiling.
• Experience with low-level drivers and hardware interfaces (SPI/UART/I2C).
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in end-to-end software lifecycle from concept to delivery.
• Implement embedded control firmware for optical transceivers.
• Collaborate with hardware, software and test teams during design development.
• Develop and debug test cases; work with DVT and manufacturing tests.
• Assist in hardware bring-up for new PCBs and prototypes.
• Implement and troubleshoot protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART.

Skills

Embedded software development

C/C++ programming

ARM Cortex-M knowledge

Debugging & profiling

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

B.S. Degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Engineering Physics

M.S or Ph.D. is asset

Tools

JTAG debuggers

Oscilloscopes

Logic Analyzers

Git / version control

Job description

Job Description

Advanced Microsystems Technologies, AMT, is a technology division of Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM), responsible for the development of RF, Microelectronics, Optical components, modules and Integrated Systems, providing services from design concept, through prototype design and testing, process development, assembly and test innovation, to volume manufacturing. We are extremely proud to partner with our customers enabling their product through the full product lifecycle.

At AMT, you will work on some of the most innovative programs and products that address emerging markets, including optical and RF communication, datacenter connectivity, quantum computing, automotive sensing systems, medical devices and diagnostics and test & measurement systems, to name a few.

Come and join us, and be part of a team that challenges you to be your best, where you will be empowered to make a difference and where we are extremely proud of what we deliver, together.

Job Purpose

The design engineering group provides complete end-to-end product development solutions to a variety of customers. These product solutions include optical transceivers, development of test and measurement modules, RF solutions, and optical sub assemblies. The team delivers project solutions from concept definition through to volume manufacturing.

The design team is seeking an Embedded Software Developer in optical transceiver designs to participate in the software development life cycle, from concept through to delivery to end customers. The candidate will be expected to collaborate with a cross-function product development team.

Nature Of Duties/Responsibilities

• Participate in the software development life cycle, from development through delivery to the end customers.
• Implement embedded control firmware for advanced pluggable optical transceivers.
• Consult with optical, hardware, microelectronics, software, manufacturing and test teams during design development.
• Interface with various testing groups for test case development. This includes FW DVT, optical test system software test and manufacturing tests.
• Debug system defects, throughput and performance. Work with product verification and test teams to resolve problems.
• Participate in the hardware bring-up process for new PCBs and prototypes.
• Implement and troubleshoot low-level communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, and UART.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, robustness, and maintainability.
• Requirement and design documentation.
• Transfer of information to manufacturing.
• Work on assorted multidisciplinary projects within the broader AMT design organization.

Education And Experience

• B.S. Degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Engineering Physics. M.S or Ph.D. is considered and asset.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience is required.
• Very good ARM Cortex-M architecture knowledge (Cores, Bus structures, Caches, etc.)
• Embedded & Realtime Software Development. C/C++ and assembly language (Debug - Profiling).
• Experience in Low level Drivers Development.
• Good understanding of fundamentals of digital and analog circuit design.
• Experience with SPI, UART, I2C, MDIO driver development and testing.
• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with JTAG debuggers, oscilloscopes, Logic Analyzers, software version control and bug tracking systems.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Highly self-driven and willingness to learn new skills.

The Following Are Considered Assets

• Hands-on experience with C/C++, Visual Basic, Matlab or Python.
• Microcontroller MCU architecture knowledge, STM32.
• Real time operating systems concept knowledge.
• Understanding of Common Management Interface Specifications (CMIS).
• Ability to understand CPU Hardware architectures, Hardware Functional Specifications and Hardware Timing Diagrams.
• Good knowledge of standard specs (Ethernet, InfiniBand, CMIS, Physical Layers and Optics).
• Experience in Hardware boards development and/or debugging.
• Familiarity with optical such as 100G/400G Ethernet interfaces, Coherent optical interfaces, DWDM, OTN, Ethernet, OSI Model, TCP/IP and MPLS.

Other Information

• The compensation range for this position is $75,000 - $100,000 annually.
• This position is for an existing vacancy.
• The hiring process for this position does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Sanmina welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. In accordance with the guidelines established under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.