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🥝 Platform Software Designer - Embedded Systems
Zhone Technologies | ottawa, Canada | Posted June 05, 2026
Job Description
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...