Software Engineer - Device Software and Firmware

Leading the revolution in AI data center infrastructure with the world's first 3D-stacked photonics engine for advanced AI and HPC workloads.
$180,000 - $210,000
Embedded
Senior Software Engineer
Hybrid
8+ years of experience
AI · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Software Engineer - Device Software and Firmware

Lightmatter, a revolutionary company in AI data center infrastructure, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their innovative team. Recently raising $400 million in Series D funding with a $4.4 billion valuation, Lightmatter is pioneering the development of photonic AI processors and interconnects.

As a Software Engineer focusing on device software and firmware, you'll be at the forefront of developing the next generation of photonic computing technology. You'll work with cutting-edge technology, including the world's first 3D-stacked photonics engine, Passage™, which enables connecting thousands to millions of processors at the speed of light in extreme-scale data centers.

The role offers an exciting opportunity to work across multiple disciplines, collaborating with experts in Photonic, Analog, Digital, Systems, and Network fields. You'll be responsible for developing and extending device software and firmware stacks, implementing security features, telemetry systems, virtualization, and remote administration functionality.

This position is ideal for someone with strong experience in embedded systems and firmware development, particularly with Linux-based systems. The role combines hardware and software expertise, requiring both technical depth and the ability to work with cross-functional teams. You'll have the opportunity to directly impact the future of computing while working with a team of brilliant scientists and accomplished industry leaders.

The company offers an attractive compensation package, including comprehensive healthcare, retirement benefits, and equity opportunities. With a flexible hybrid work model and strong emphasis on professional development, Lightmatter provides an environment where you can grow while contributing to groundbreaking technology advancement.

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Responsibilities For Software Engineer - Device Software and Firmware

  • Collaborate across teams to define control plane architecture for photonic interconnect products
  • Define diagnostics and monitoring architecture for photonic transceivers
  • Integrate with DataCenter administration capabilities using OpenBMC and DMTF
  • Participate in customer engagements to gather requirements and usability criteria

Requirements For Software Engineer - Device Software and Firmware

Python
Linux
  • BS and 8+ years of experience, or MS and 6+ years of experience
  • Industry experience with device driver and kernel side development
  • Strong understanding of hardware-software integration
  • Practical knowledge of communication and control in embedded systems, peripherals, and buses
  • Experience with developing commercial/enterprise-level software and firmware on Linux
  • Proficiency with Python or C++ (preferred)
  • Experience developing firmware for photonic transceivers or similar systems (preferred)
  • Experience with environments such as OpenBMC and DMTF (preferred)

Benefits For Software Engineer - Device Software and Firmware

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Parental Leave
Commuter Benefits
Equity
  • Comprehensive Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Savings Matching Program
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Generous Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Paid Family Leave
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Training & Development
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Flexible, hybrid workplace model
  • Stock Option Plan

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