Lead Embedded Software Engineer – Optical Transceivers

Acacia (part of Cisco) is seeking a senior software engineer to lead embedded system software for high‑speed coherent transceivers. You will architect and implement complex subsystems and work with ASIC, DSP, and optics teams to enable next‑gen platforms.

You will collaborate with hardware and product teams to ensure smooth bring‑up, debug, and customer discussions, while mentoring junior engineers and driving cross-functional requirements in a telecom environment.