Firmware Engineer

Molex possesses a rich heritage in the optical industry. We provide the highest performing and field‑proven wavelength management solutions, from components and modules to integrated line‑cards. Our team is dedicated to continuous innovation in passive component function integration, miniaturization, and manufacturing automation. We provide cutting edge Wavelength Selective Switch (WSS) and amplifier technology with comprehensive optical, mechanical, electrical and software integration capabilities that enable us to serve the needs of high‑density, high‑bandwidth, and flexible optical networks.

In Bridgewater, we serve large, global clients in telecom and datacom industries providing next generation optical modules to support the growing need for data and communications. We are developing optical alignment techniques and opto‑mechanical assemblies for Wavelength Selective Switches.

We are looking for a Firmware Engineer who will play a crucial role in our team to create, maintain, and update embedded control software for our Wavelength Selective Switch (WSS) product line. This position works closely with Project and Product‑Line Managers, Customers, and the rest of our engineering team to design and implement new features, and to troubleshoot and improve existing products.

This person will report to the Firmware Group Manager.

• Lead, design, develop and optimize embedded software in C programming language for devices centered on Wavelength Selective Switch technology from inception to product release.
• Design, implement and optimize mathematically intensive algorithms for image rendering.
• Develop highly efficient and robust control loop code.
• Develop high‑quality firmware with emphasis on deterministic behavior, low latency, and resource‑constrained targets.
• Develop Application Programming Interface for user control of our Wavelength Selective Switch products.
• Perform unit tests using optical test equipment, making use of scripting languages for test automation.
• Support customers as they integrate our product into their system.
• Develop clear and concise design documents.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related technical discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of professional firmware development.
• Extensive exposure in developing complex software for highly constrained targets.
• Exceptional problem‑solving skills
• Strong communication skills for cross‑functional collaboration
• Experience in Git Lab, Jira, CI/CD
• Experience with scripting languages, preferably Python
• Solid knowledge of hardware interface and peripherals: SPI, I2C, UART, ADC/DAC, Timers GPIO

• Ability to travel and work in the U.S. and China
• Prior experience implementing complex image rendering and control algorithms in C for LCOS or DMD with tight CPU, memory, and timing constraints.
• Prior experience in implementing complex image‑rendering and with LCOS or DMDs and their driver control algorithms.
• Familiarity with optical testing equipment and procedures (optical spectrum analyzers, power meters, photodiodes, tunable lasers).
• Experience using lab tools such as oscilloscopes to debug low‑level issues

This position does not qualify for VISA Sponsorship.

For this role, we anticipate paying $150,000 - $180,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.

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