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Lead Software Engineer (Optical DSP_Photonic)

Summary

This Lead Software Engineer role involves leading a team to develop firmware, SDKs, and embedded software for optical communication products used in AI infrastructure. The position requires deep expertise in C/C++ and experience with semiconductor or optical networking technologies.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

The client deep-tech startup focused on next-generation semiconductor and photonics technologies for AI infrastructure.

We are looking for an experienced Lead Software Engineer to drive the development of firmware and software platforms supporting cutting-edge optical communication products. This position combines technical leadership with hands-on engineering responsibilities, encompassing SDK development, embedded software, firmware architecture, and cross-functional product integration.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

· Lead, mentor, and grow a team of software engineers responsible for SDK, firmware, and embedded software development.

· Define software architecture, technical strategy, and development best practices.

· Design, develop, maintain, and enhance software solutions for semiconductor and optical networking products.

· Translate product and customer requirements into robust software features and system capabilities.

· Ensure software solutions meet performance, reliability, scalability, security, and quality objectives.

· Participate directly in software design, coding, debugging, integration, testing, and issue resolution for critical components.

· Work closely with hardware, ASIC, RTL, validation, applications, and systems engineering teams throughout product development cycles.

· Develop APIs, software utilities, diagnostic tools, and supporting applications.

· Conduct code reviews and establish coding standards, development methodologies, and engineering processes.

· Manage project planning, resource allocation, technical risks, and delivery timelines.

· Prepare and review technical specifications, design documentation, and engineering reports.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

· Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Communications Engineering, or a related discipline.

· Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in embedded C/C++ software development.

· Must have experience with optical communications, optical networking equipment, or Optical DSP technologies.

· Familiarity with semiconductor, ASIC, FPGA, or silicon-based product development.

· Strong understanding of software engineering principles, embedded systems, and firmware development.

· Strong proficiency in C and C++ programming.

· Extensive experience developing embedded software and firmware solutions.

· Solid understanding of software architecture, coding standards, debugging methodologies, and documentation practices.

· Ability to independently deliver complex software components from design through validation and deployment.

· Proven experience coordinating cross-functional development efforts and leading software projects.

Working Location: Singapore

Syahirah Binte Ahmad Ja'afar (R22105331)
JAC Recruitment Pte. Ltd. (90C3026)

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