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Platform Software Designer - Embedded Systems

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Company

Zhone Technologies

Location

ottawa, Canada

Posted

June 05, 2026

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About This Opportunity

Elevate your career at Zhone Technologies as a Platform Software Designer specializing in embedded systems in Ottawa (Hybrid). You'll design innovative software for Optical Transport products and work alongside a talented team.

This role calls for a seasoned Embedded Software Designer who will actively maintain and upgrade Linux systems while integrating new features. You'll engage in kernel upgrades, debugger support, and low-level software optimizations as part of your responsibilities. Your contribution will be vital in providing robust software solutions.

Key Responsibilities:
• Maintain Linux From Scratch systems and upgrade kernels
• Backport upstream patches for user space support
• Collaborate with FPGA designers on software integration
• Customize U-Boot and create relevant configurations
• Debug low-level commands alongside hardware teams

Requirements:
• Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or Computer...