Jobs at Zhone Technologies Inc

Develop embedded networking software for network switches, beginning with build and test work before implementing features and fixes. Responsibilities include producing software images, running regression tests, reproducing defects, writing automated tests, maintaining documentation and build environments, and learning switching hardware, software stacks, and protocols. The role requires strong C fundamentals, Linux and Git experience, interest in embedded systems, and willingness to learn with senior mentorship.

Develop and maintain embedded Linux switching software for carrier Ethernet switches. Responsibilities include implementing VLAN, QoS, multicast, DHCP relay, and other networking features; writing drivers and platform code for switch ASICs and PHYs; debugging hardware and software; creating automated tests; resolving customer-reported defects; and documenting build and debug procedures.

Leads the architecture, development, and production delivery of AI/LLM-powered cloud-native applications. Designs RAG pipelines, agentic AI systems, vector database integrations, and Kubernetes deployments. Oversees model training, fine-tuning, scalability, security, governance, observability, and performance optimization. Produces technical architecture documentation, evaluates emerging AI technologies, coordinates distributed engineering teams, translates business requirements into technical solutions, and supports customer bug triage and fixes.

Develop and maintain embedded software for access network equipment, ensuring compliance with standards, testing, and collaboration with cross-functional teams, with increasing responsibilities for senior roles.

As an Intermediate Hardware Designer, you will design, test, and deliver hardware for OLTs and CPE, collaborating with teams to ensure product quality and specifications.

Develop and enhance Software Defined Network Controller (SDNC) software, participating in product development cycles and maintaining quality standards.

The Embedded Software Designer will develop software for Optical Transport products, maintain Linux systems, and support hardware integration and toolchain upgrades.

The Inside Sales Representative will manage leads to drive sales closure, prepare quotes, maintain Salesforce records, and support the field sales team.

The Technical Lab Support Specialist recreates customer issues, conducts lab tests, aids in troubleshooting, and maintains lab infrastructure close to engineers.

Design and develop HTML5/CSS/JavaScript applications, focusing on network-element management software. Collaborate with teams on requirements and testing.

The Sr. Test Engineer verifies broadband network products through extensive testing, documents defects, collaborates with R&D, and ensures product quality before deployment.

The Senior Product Verification Specialist will design test plans, execute tests, document results, and develop automation for optical transport product verification.

Design, develop, and maintain embedded software for access network equipment, ensuring alignment with telecom standards and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Lead the architecture and design of optical transport and broadband access products, focusing on DWDM systems and IP technologies, while driving product strategy and providing technical leadership.

The Jr. Test Engineer verifies broadband network product releases, performs testing and documentation, reproduces issues, and collaborates with teams for improvements.

The Senior FPGA Designer will design, simulate, and debug FPGA and PLD circuits, ensuring performance and collaborating with engineering teams. They will document the development process and tackle complex design issues in carrier-grade optical transport systems.

Develop and maintain hardware-near software for telecommunications network equipment, focusing on embedded software, RTOS, debugging, and collaboration with hardware teams.

Contribute to hardware abstraction layer (HAL), Linux kernel components, and ASIC integration for network equipment. Develop L2/L3 routing protocols and write validation tests.

The Layout Designer will design layouts for PCBs, collaborating with engineers to ensure testability and manufacturability, interpret schematics, route traces, and create manufacturing outputs.