ADTRAN

Software Engineer I

ADTRAN • $70K — $95K *
Atlanta, GA 30349Hybrid
Telecommunications & Hardware
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field (Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science).
  • 3+ years in embedded software/firmware development, ideally in telecommunications or networking.
  • Strong proficiency in modern C/C++ and adherence to best practices.
  • Experience with RTOS and low-level debugging.
  • Understanding of embedded communication protocols (SPI, I²C, UART) and device driver development.
  • Familiarity with ARM or similar microcontroller architectures.
  • Proficient in Git and collaborative workflows.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and integrate embedded software for Linux and RTOS.
  • Own the entire software development lifecycle from requirements to deployment.
  • Develop and maintain device drivers for various fiber-optic components.
  • Collaborate on schematic reviews and hardware design inputs.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment.
  • Maintain unit tests and automation scripts to validate firmware functionality.

Benefits

  • Full-time, permanent position with a 40-hour work week.
  • Hybrid work environment - in-office Tuesday to Thursday, remote on Monday and Friday.
  • Collaborative and diverse team culture.
Full Job Description
About the Role

The Software/Firmware Engineer will design, develop, and test embedded software for Optical Layer solutions. You will collaborate closely with optical, hardware, and test engineers to deliver high-quality, production-grade firmware for next-generation optical networking systems.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and integrate modern C/C++ embedded software running on Linux and real-time operating systems (RTOS) such as FreeRTOS.
  • Own the complete software development lifecycle - from requirements and architecture through implementation, testing, debugging, and deployment.
  • Develop and maintain device drivers for fiber-optic components (e.g., EDFA, Raman, OTDR, OCM, WSS, etc) and other hardware subsystems.
  • Collaborate with hardware teams on schematic reviews, hardware design input, and board bring-up.
  • Partner cross-functionally with optical, hardware, and test engineers in an Agile environment to meet product milestones and quality goals.
  • Develop and maintain unit tests, automation scripts, and test frameworks to validate firmware functionality.

Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in embedded software or firmware development, preferably in telecommunications or networking.
  • Strong proficiency in modern C/C++, including adherence to C++ best practices and coding standards.
  • Experience with RTOS, low-level debugging, and hardware/software integration.
  • Understanding of embedded communication protocols (SPI, I²C, UART) and hands-on experience developing and debugging device drivers.
  • Familiarity with ARM or other microcontroller architectures.
  • Proficient with Git and collaborative development workflows (branching, reviews, CI).
  • Skilled in reading schematics and troubleshooting embedded systems.
  • Experience participating in code reviews, testing, and documentation to ensure high-quality deliverables.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including QA, product management, and manufacturing.
  • Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with modern C++ and emerging embedded technologies.

Nice to Have
  • Experience developing device drivers for ASICs or FPGAs.
  • Hands-on experience with CMake and scripting languages (Bash, Python, Ruby, or Perl).
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines for embedded platforms.
  • Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
  • Proficiency in using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and diagnostic tools for system validation and debugging.

Requirements & Work Environment
  • Full-time, permanent position (40 hours per week).
  • Hybrid role - in-office Tuesday through Thursday; remote Monday and Friday.
  • Primary location: Norcross, GA, USA.
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States.
  • Energetic, collaborative, and eager to work with a diverse team.
  • Positive attitude, adaptability, and a genuine desire to learn, innovate, and excel.

About ADTRAN

ADTRAN, Inc. is a leading global provider of networking and communications equipment. ADTRAN’s products enable voice, data, video and Internet communications across a variety of network infrastructures. ADTRAN solutions are currently in use by service providers, private enterprises, government organizations, and millions of individual users worldwide.
Learn more about ADTRAN
Size
1,335 employees
Market Cap
$1.4 billion
Industry
Telecommunications & Hardware
Net Income
$2.3 million
5 Year Trend
-2.4%
Revenue
$506.5 million
NASDAQ
ADTN
* Ladders Estimates

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