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We are Optimum, a leader in the fast-paced world of connectivity, and we're on the hunt for enthusiastic professionals to join our team! We understand that connectivity isn't just a luxury anymore – it's a necessity that empowers lives, fuels businesses, and drives innovation. A career at Optimum means you'll be enabling progress and enhancing lives by providing reliable, high-speed connectivity solutions that keep the world connected. We owe our success to our amazing product, commitment to our people and the connections we make in every community.

 

If you are resourceful, collaborative, team-oriented and passionate about delivering consistent excellence, Optimum is the Company for you!

 

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Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Level 1 Software Embedded Developer to join our dynamic engineering team. The successful candidate will be involved in the development and maintenance of software for broadband devices, including but not limited to DOCSIS, PON, and Wi-Fi technologies. This role is an excellent opportunity for an entry-level professional looking to grow their skills and career in embedded software development within a cutting-edge technology environment. 

Responsibilities Develop and maintain embedded software for broadband devices, ensuring performance and reliability.  Collaborate with senior engineers to design, implement, and test software components for DOCSIS, PON, and Wi-Fi technologies.  Assist in debugging and troubleshooting software issues related to broadband device firmware.  Participate in code reviews, contributing to the overall quality and maintainability of the codebase.  Work closely with hardware engineers to integrate and optimize software for specific device architectures.  Perform unit testing and validation of software components to ensure compliance with project requirements.  Document software designs, implementation details, and testing procedures. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.  1-2 years experience in embedded software development.   Basic knowledge of broadband communication technologies (DOCSIS, PON, Wi-Fi) is preferred but not required. Programming Languages: Proficiency in C and C++ for embedded systems.  Operating Systems: Experience with embedded Linux or real-time operating systems (RTOS).  Communication Protocols: Basic understanding of TCP/IP, UDP, and other network protocols.  Broadband Technologies: Familiarity with DOCSIS, PON, and Wi-Fi standards and protocols.  Debugging Tools: Experience with debugging tools such as GDB, JTAG, and oscilloscopes.  Version Control: Experience with Git or other version control systems.

At Optimum, we're fueled by our four core pillars: Taking Ownership, Upholding Transparency, Creating Community, and Demonstrating Expertise. Our commitment to empowering employees to take responsibility and embrace proactive problem-solving underpins Taking Ownership. Upholding Transparency is at the core of our culture, with open and honest communication fostering trust among our dedicated team and loyal customers. Creating Community is more than a goal; it's our daily commitment to fostering an environment of collaboration, innovation, and positivity. Demonstrating expertise is a promise we uphold through continuous learning and engagement with our customers to consistently deliver top-quality products and services. These pillars not only shape our culture but define Optimum as a place of excellence, trustworthiness, and thriving community, and we invite you to be a part of our journey.

 

If you have the drive to succeed and are ready to embark on a thrilling career, seize this opportunity today, and join our winning team, so together, we'll shape the future of connectivity. 

 

All job descriptions and required skills, qualifications and responsibilities for a particular position are subject to modification by the Company from time to time, in the Company’s discretion based on business necessity.

 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds regardless of gender, race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

 

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This position is identified as being performed in/or reporting to company operations in New York State. Salary ranges are supplied in compliance with New York State law. Pay is competitive and based on a number of job-related factors, including skills and experience. The starting pay rate/range at time of hire for this position in the posted location is $83,538.00 - $137,241.00 / year. The rate/range provided herein is the anticipated pay at the time of hire, and does not reflect future job opportunity.