Adtran · 4 months ago
Senior Software/Firmware Engineer
Adtran Huntsville HQ
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expADTRAN is expanding its team and seeking a Senior Software/Firmware Engineer to develop and maintain embedded Linux systems and firmware for custom hardware platforms. This role is critical for ensuring the reliability, performance, and scalability of embedded solutions, contributing to the organization's success by delivering robust and secure firmware and kernel-level software.
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Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain embedded Linux distributions tailored to custom hardware platforms
Modify and optimize the Linux kernel, including device drivers and board support packages (BSPs)
Collaborate with hardware engineers to bring up new boards and debug hardware/software integration issues
Develop and maintain firmware for microcontrollers and embedded processors
Implement and maintain secure boot, OTA updates, and system diagnostics
Participate in code reviews, testing, and documentation to ensure high-quality deliverables
Work closely with cross-functional teams including QA, product management, and manufacturing
Troubleshoot and resolve system-level issues in embedded environments
Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in embedded systems
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
5+ years of experience in Linux distribution build systems (e.g., Yocto, Buildroot)
Strong experience in Linux kernel development and device driver integration
Proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems
Experience with firmware development for ARM-based microcontrollers
Preferred
Experience with secure boot, U-Boot, and trusted execution environments
Familiarity with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and low-level debugging tools
Knowledge of networking protocols and wireless communication (e.g., Bluetooth, Wi-Fi)
Experience with CI/CD pipelines for embedded software
Company
Adtran
ADTRAN designs, manufactures, markets, and services network access solutions that enable voice, data, video, and Internet.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$201.3M2025-09-17Post Ipo Debt· $201.3M
1994-08-16IPO
Leadership Team
Jeremy Harris
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