Embedded Software Technical Leader - Acacia (Onsite)

Cisco

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Work type
On-site
Location
Maynard, MA
Salary
$189,300–$271,500 / yr
Posted
20 days ago
Closes
Jun 19, 2026

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Above market

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TL;DR · Embedded Software Technical Leader - Acacia (Onsite)

As a senior member of Acacia’s Software team within Cisco, you will lead the architecture and design of embedded CPU code for configuring and managing optical transceivers used in data centers and submarine networks. Your daily tasks include collaborating with chip, DSP, and optics architects to innovate product features, developing algorithms, and participating in system bring-up and debugging alongside hardware and quality teams. You must be proficient in C++ and C, have extensive experience with embedded firmware development, and a solid understanding of RTOS and ARM processors. Ideal candidates will also possess leadership skills for software/firmware teams and expertise in multi-processor/multithreaded environments, state machine development, and efficient code writing for hardware control. This role demands strong communication and collaboration abilities to interface effectively with cross-functional engineering teams and customers.

What you'll do

  • Lead the architecture and design of complex optical sub-systems for future Acacia SOCs.
  • Develop embedded CPU code to configure and manage products in telecommunications.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth product transition to Manufacturing.
  • Interface with customers for technical discussions on Acacia SW architecture and design.
  • Contribute to system software development, including algorithms and code contributions.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree and 12+ years or Master's degree and 8+ years of relevant experience in telecommunications.
  • Extensive experience (10+ years) with C++ and C programming languages.
  • Deep expertise in embedded firmware development for control and data paths in telecoms.
  • Strong background in RTOS and embedded CPUs/microcontrollers.
  • Experience leading software/firmware teams and driving cross-functional requirements.
  • Proficient in writing efficient code to manage hardware components.
  • Comfortable with UNIX-style command-line tools and revision control systems.

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