Firmware Engineer II - Optical Module Bring-Up

Cisco Systems, Inc.; Maynard (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

Cisco Systems, Inc. is seeking an intern to design and validate firmware for ultra‑high data rate electro‑optical modules.

You will develop infrastructure code for evaluation sub‑systems and collaborate with cross‑functional hardware and software teams to ensure system reliability. The role invites hands‑on work with embedded firmware, C/C++ programming, Python scripting, and exposure to RTOS and common peripherals.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program with 2 years of work experience or a Master's with 0 years experience.
• Qualifying education should be in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Expected to continue enrollment after completion of the internship.
• Previous experience with embedded firmware development, C/C++ programming, or assembly language.
• Proficiency in Python scripting for hardware testing or automation tasks.

Responsibilities

• Design and validate firmware for the bring-up of electro‑optical modules.
• Develop and test infrastructure code for product evaluation sub‑systems.
• Collaborate with hardware and software teams to integrate system components.
• Troubleshoot technical issues to ensure product stability and performance.

Skills

Embedded firmware

C/C++ programming

Python scripting

RTOS

Device drivers (I2C SPI UART)

Linux system programming

Git or Perforce

Education

Undergraduate degree with 2 years experience

Master's degree with 0 years experience

CS/EE/CE or related field

Tools

Git

Perforce

Job description

Cisco Systems, Inc. is seeking an intern to design and validate firmware for ultra‑high data rate electro‑optical modules.

You will develop infrastructure code for evaluation sub‑systems and collaborate with cross‑functional hardware and software teams to ensure system reliability. The role invites hands‑on work with embedded firmware, C/C++ programming, Python scripting, and exposure to RTOS and common peripherals.