Join Syntronic: Where Your Innovation Shapes the Future At Syntronic, we don't just follow industry trendswe set them! Join us in partnering with visionary companies and the brightest minds to turn ground-breaking ideas into reality. Imagine working on cuttingedge telecom advancements, pioneering automotive tech, lifesaving healthcare innovations, and nextgen industrial automation. Our projects are diverse, impactful, and at the forefront of technological innovation. Be a part of something extraordinary! Who are we? Syntronic is a global leader in design and development, specializing in electronics, electromechanics, and software. Were not just a company; were a community of innovators. Our teams work on projects that define the futurefrom creating stateoftheart communication systems and autonomous vehicles to advancing IoT solutions that revolutionize everyday life. At Syntronic, your work will make a real difference. What we're looking for: We are seeking individuals who want to: Collaborate with toptier clients on transformative, cuttingedge projects Engage with and learn from industry leaders Innovate from concept to completion, ensuring high standards Gain international experience on global projects Thrive in an entrepreneurial environment that supports new ideas Explore multiple sectors like telecommunications, automotive, healthcare, and industrial automation We are looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to develop the software that directly controls and stabilizes Layer0 optical components in advanced DWDM systems. You will build realtime and nearrealtime software responsible for managing lasers, optical power, and signal behavior, ensuring highperformance and reliable operation of optical transport equipment. This is a handson role at the intersection of embedded systems, control logic, and photonic hardware. This role is fulltime onsite in Ottawa and will require relocation to Ottawa. What youll do Design and implement embedded software for Layer0 optical control systems Develop and optimize control loops for optical power, wavelength stabilization, and signal quality Interface directly with hardware components such as lasers, VOAs, amplifiers, and sensors Implement realtime or nearrealtime feedback systems for optical calibration and control Develop lowlevel drivers and hardware abstraction layers (I2C, SPI, etc.) Collaborate with system architects to translate optical behavior into software functionality Contribute to fault detection, protection, and restoration mechanisms in optical networks Expose system functionality via management interfaces (e.g., REST APIs, telemetry systems) Debug complex issues across hardware, firmware, and software layers Participate in system bringup, integration, and performance tuning Optimize software for performance, reliability, and scalability in carriergrade environments Write clean, maintainable, and welldocumented code What youll need to get the job done 5+ years of relevant experience Strong programming experience in C/C++ and/or Rust Experience with embedded Linux or lowlevel systems programming Handson experience interfacing with hardware and developing drivers Understanding of control systems or feedback loop implementation Experience with multithreaded or realtime software systems Familiarity with debugging across software and hardware boundaries Exposure to telecom or networking systems (optical experience is a strong plus) Experience with version control (Git) and modern development workflows Strong problemsolving skills and ability to work in crossfunctional teams What Will Make Us REALLY Love You Experience working on DWDM, ROADM, or optical transport systems Background in control theory, signal processing, or physicsbased systems Experience implementing Layer0 protection and restoration mechanisms Familiarity with network management models (YANG, OpenConfig, NETCONF) This posting is for an active vacancy. What youll love about us At Syntronic, our employees are our greatest asset. We foster innovation, collaboration, and excellence, offering opportunities for personal and professional growth. Join a global community that values creativity and diversity. Ready to Shape the Future with Us? If youre ready to elevate your career and be part of a team thats making a real impact, we want to hear from you. Apply today and embark on your journey with Syntronic, where your ideas and innovations can truly make a difference. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Embedded Software Developer (Optical Control) (Ottawa based role)