JOB SUMMARY
Lead Optical Transceiver Firmware Engineer develops and maintains the embedded software for optical transceivers, ensuring they operate reliably and efficiently. This role requires a deep understanding of both hardware and software, with responsibilities including designing, implementing, testing, and debugging firmware for these devices.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Firmware Development: Writing, debugging, and testing firmware for optical transceivers, often using C or C++.
- Hardware Integration: Collaborating with hardware engineers to ensure the firmware works seamlessly with the transceiver's hardware.
- Testing and Validation: Thoroughly testing firmware to ensure it meets performance and reliability requirements.
- Problem Solving: Debugging and resolving issues with firmware and hardware integration.
- Performance Optimization: Optimizing firmware for speed, efficiency, and power consumption.
- Documentation: Maintaining detailed documentation of firmware code and functionality.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's Degree: Typically a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related fields.
- Experience: Relevant experience in firmware development, embedded systems, and optical transceivers is highly desirable.
- Master's Degree or Ph.D.: May be preferred or required for more senior positions.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
- Relevant experience in firmware development and embedded systems
- Experience with optical transceivers
- Master's degree or Ph.D. in a related field
Jabil Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Jabil and has not been reviewed or approved by Jabil.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive, with medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, and HRA/HSA plan options appearing consistently across role materials. Wellbeing support is also included via EAP access and additional wellbeing-oriented time such as mental-health days in some U.S. postings.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) with company match and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, which together strengthen long-term savings potential. Additional financial upside is supported in some roles through profit sharing and performance/quarterly bonus structures.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and lifestyle add-ons extend beyond core insurance, including tuition reimbursement, commuter benefits, pet insurance, adoption assistance, and employee assistance resources. Community-oriented benefits such as a paid Day of Service can add perceived non-cash value alongside standard rewards.
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