9314 - Senior Firmware Engineer

In this position you will work both independently and within a multidisciplinary team to develop operating firmware for embedded processors that control and monitor solid state lasers. Design complexity varies depending on the type of laser and its application. Often this involves adapting existing code to a new optical platform. You will also support both customers and operations with respect to identifying and fixing laser operational and/or manufacturing problems that are code-related in nature as well as with respect to finding software solutions to operational and/or manufacturing problems that are multidisciplinary in nature.This position will also involve the design and execution of rigorous software test and quality assurance (QA) practices.This position reports to the Director of Fiber Laser R&D for JDSU Commercial Lasers. Required Qualifications:o A successful candidate should have a BS or MS in EE or Computer Science or equivalent and at least 5 years direct firmware experience in embedded system design. o Proficiency in C is required. o Experience with development tools such as ICE, debugger, scope, source control software and bug tracking system is required. Desired Qualifications:o Familiarity with 8/16/32 bit embedded CPUs (8051, ARM, etc...) is highly desirable. o Strong aptitude toward software test & QA is highly desirable. o Familiarity with basic communication protocols (RS-232, SPI, etc.) is highly desirable. o Understanding of basic analog devices and circuits (op amps, comparators, ADCs, DACs, etc.) is highly desirable. o Knowledge of and practical design experience with software PID servos is highly desirable. o Familiarity with basic networking protocols is a plus. o Experience with soft-core, FPGA-embedded CPUs is a plus. o Basic understanding of lasers, and especially fiber lasers, is a plus. Apply now at: https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/asp/tg/cim_jobdetail.asp?partnerid=435&siteid=40&AReq=9314BR Full-time employees of JDSU in the United States enjoy a competitive package of employee benefits that include: ·  Medical ·  Dental ·  Prescription ·  Vision ·  Life Insurance ·  Voluntary Supplemental Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) ·  Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance ·  401(k) Plan with company match on a fully vested basis ·  Employee Stock Plan ·  Flexible Spending Accounts ·  Vacation ·  Sick Leave ·  Educational Reimbursement ·  Employee Assistance Program (EAP) ·  Business Travel Accident Insurance JDSU, a worldwide leading provider of broadband test & measurement solutions and optical products for communications, commercial and consumer markets, employs a wide array of scientific, engineering, and manufacturing talent. Providing innovative solutions for industrial, commercial and consumer applications, JDSU offers professional challenge and development for exceptional individuals who thrive on change and will flourish in a diverse, progressive work environment. JDSU is an equal opportunity employer. Additional information about the company is available at www.jdsu.com We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Since 1946, Spherion has been helping talented individuals find rewarding job opportunities that drive excellence in their career. Through a network of 700 offices nationwide, we place 300,000 job seekers in fulfilling office professional, industrial and contact center positions every year. Put our career specialists to work for you!