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Active Electrical Cable Module FW Engineer – Tech Lead

San JoseFull-time$169k–$200k2026-11-09 → 2026-11-10

Core

Lead the design, development, and validation of embedded firmware for active electrical cable (AEC) and active copper cable (ACC) smart modules used to extend connectivity in rack-scale AI systems.

Role type

Tech Lead Embedded Firmware Engineer (Smart Cable Modules)

Builds

Smart cable modules for rack-scale AI infrastructure

Domain

AI Infrastructure / High-Speed Connectivity / Embedded Systems

Required skills

C programming, Python, RTOS, ARM-based MCU (STM32), hardware bring-up, unit testing, high-speed link training, signal integrity, thermal management, I2C/SPI interfaces

Preferred skills

Active electrical cable experience, CMIS standards, retimer integration, JTAG/debugging, cross-functional leadership

Technologies

STM32, RTOS, Python, C, I2C, SPI, JTAG, Oscilloscopes, Logic Analyzers

Responsibilities

Architect and develop production-quality MCU firmware; Implement module control, telemetry, and link management features; Lead bring-up, debugging, and validation of smart cable modules; Partner with ASIC, systems, and manufacturing teams; Establish automated testing strategies and release practices

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with technical leadership