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Firmware Engineer roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related field. Employers filing LCAs under SOC code 17-2061 or 15-1299 must certify a prevailing wage, making embedded systems and hardware-software integration experience directly relevant to your petition.
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Bright Vision Technologies is a forward-thinking software development company dedicated to building innovative solutions that help businesses automate and optimize their operations. We leverage cutting-edge technologies to create scalable, secure, and user-friendly applications. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for a skilled Principal Firmware Engineer – Coherent Optical Modules & Embedded Platforms (CPO) to join our dynamic team and contribute to our mission of transforming business processes through technology. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established and well-respected organization offering tremendous career growth potential.
Job Title: Principal Firmware Engineer – Coherent Optical Modules & Embedded Platforms (CPO)
Location: Santa Clara, CA (Onsite)
Salary: (USD): $200K – $260K per year
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Principal Firmware Engineer to lead firmware development for next-generation coherent optical connectivity solutions. This is a hands-on technical leadership role focused on coherent optical modules, embedded firmware architecture, and emerging Co-Packaged Optics (CPO) platforms. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in optical transceiver firmware, SoC-based embedded systems, and end-to-end product ownership from development through production deployment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Own firmware architecture, design, development, and release for coherent optical module programs (400ZR, 800ZR, ZR+, or similar).
- Lead firmware efforts across product lifecycle phases including bring-up, calibration, validation, production release, and customer deployment.
- Develop and enhance firmware features such as:
- CMIS/C-CMIS compliance
- Bootloader architecture
- Firmware upgrade mechanisms (including hitless/in-service upgrades)
- Hardware abstraction layers
- Calibration and control engines
- Collaborate with hardware, DSP, validation, manufacturing, ATE, and test engineering teams to resolve complex system-level issues.
- Support customer engagements by troubleshooting field issues, responding to technical inquiries, and delivering firmware solutions.
- Drive firmware platform improvements, shared infrastructure development, release processes, and automation initiatives.
- Mentor engineers and provide technical leadership across multiple programs.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 15+ years of embedded software/firmware development experience.
- Strong expertise in coherent optical module firmware (400ZR, 800ZR, ZR+, or equivalent technologies).
- Deep understanding of industry standards including:
- OIF-400ZR
- CMIS 4.x/5.x
- C-CMIS
- Experience with SoC-based embedded systems and MCU/DSP architectures.
- Strong proficiency in C/C++ for embedded firmware development.
- Experience with Python scripting for test automation and validation.
- Expertise in:
- Bootloader design
- Firmware upgrade frameworks
- Flash memory management
- Production firmware release processes
- Proven track record of leading products from initial bring-up through GA release and production support.
- Strong hardware/firmware debugging and system integration skills.
- Experience with ATE integration, lab validation, and field issue resolution.
- Hands-on experience with GitLab, Jira, CI/CD pipelines, and modern firmware development workflows.
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous experience with an optical module manufacturer or optical semiconductor company.
- Experience with coherent DSP platforms and optical networking products.
- Knowledge of Co-Packaged Optics (CPO) architectures.
- Background in optical calibration and control algorithms involving components such as EDFA, Mach-Zehnder Modulators (MZ), TOSA, or related optical subsystems.
- Familiarity with high-speed optical interconnect technologies deployed in hyperscale data center environments.
Would you like to know more about this opportunity? For immediate consideration, please send your resume to ayushi@bvteck.com or contact us at (908) 650-6382.
Bright Vision Technologies, we are committed to equal employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive work environment. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know.
Position offered by “No Fee agency.”
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
Bright Vision Technologies (BV Teck) is committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status as defined by applicable federal, state, or local laws. This commitment extends to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, compensation, promotion, transfer, leaves of absence, termination, layoffs, and recall. BV Teck expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment or discrimination. Any improper interference with employees' ability to perform their job duties may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.
INTRODUCTION
Bright Vision Technologies is a forward-thinking software development company dedicated to building innovative solutions that help businesses automate and optimize their operations. We leverage cutting-edge technologies to create scalable, secure, and user-friendly applications. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for a skilled Principal Firmware Engineer – Coherent Optical Modules & Embedded Platforms (CPO) to join our dynamic team and contribute to our mission of transforming business processes through technology. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established and well-respected organization offering tremendous career growth potential.
Job Title: Principal Firmware Engineer – Coherent Optical Modules & Embedded Platforms (CPO)
Location: Santa Clara, CA (Onsite)
Salary: (USD): $200K – $260K per year
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Principal Firmware Engineer to lead firmware development for next-generation coherent optical connectivity solutions. This is a hands-on technical leadership role focused on coherent optical modules, embedded firmware architecture, and emerging Co-Packaged Optics (CPO) platforms. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in optical transceiver firmware, SoC-based embedded systems, and end-to-end product ownership from development through production deployment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Own firmware architecture, design, development, and release for coherent optical module programs (400ZR, 800ZR, ZR+, or similar).
- Lead firmware efforts across product lifecycle phases including bring-up, calibration, validation, production release, and customer deployment.
- Develop and enhance firmware features such as:
- CMIS/C-CMIS compliance
- Bootloader architecture
- Firmware upgrade mechanisms (including hitless/in-service upgrades)
- Hardware abstraction layers
- Calibration and control engines
- Collaborate with hardware, DSP, validation, manufacturing, ATE, and test engineering teams to resolve complex system-level issues.
- Support customer engagements by troubleshooting field issues, responding to technical inquiries, and delivering firmware solutions.
- Drive firmware platform improvements, shared infrastructure development, release processes, and automation initiatives.
- Mentor engineers and provide technical leadership across multiple programs.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 15+ years of embedded software/firmware development experience.
- Strong expertise in coherent optical module firmware (400ZR, 800ZR, ZR+, or equivalent technologies).
- Deep understanding of industry standards including:
- OIF-400ZR
- CMIS 4.x/5.x
- C-CMIS
- Experience with SoC-based embedded systems and MCU/DSP architectures.
- Strong proficiency in C/C++ for embedded firmware development.
- Experience with Python scripting for test automation and validation.
- Expertise in:
- Bootloader design
- Firmware upgrade frameworks
- Flash memory management
- Production firmware release processes
- Proven track record of leading products from initial bring-up through GA release and production support.
- Strong hardware/firmware debugging and system integration skills.
- Experience with ATE integration, lab validation, and field issue resolution.
- Hands-on experience with GitLab, Jira, CI/CD pipelines, and modern firmware development workflows.
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous experience with an optical module manufacturer or optical semiconductor company.
- Experience with coherent DSP platforms and optical networking products.
- Knowledge of Co-Packaged Optics (CPO) architectures.
- Background in optical calibration and control algorithms involving components such as EDFA, Mach-Zehnder Modulators (MZ), TOSA, or related optical subsystems.
- Familiarity with high-speed optical interconnect technologies deployed in hyperscale data center environments.
Would you like to know more about this opportunity? For immediate consideration, please send your resume to ayushi@bvteck.com or contact us at (908) 650-6382.
Bright Vision Technologies, we are committed to equal employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive work environment. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know.
Position offered by “No Fee agency.”
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
Bright Vision Technologies (BV Teck) is committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status as defined by applicable federal, state, or local laws. This commitment extends to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, compensation, promotion, transfer, leaves of absence, termination, layoffs, and recall. BV Teck expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment or discrimination. Any improper interference with employees' ability to perform their job duties may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Firmware Engineer
Match your degree to the SOC code
USCIS evaluates specialty occupation by whether your degree field directly relates to the role. For firmware roles, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science degrees map most cleanly to SOC 17-2061. A mismatch invites an RFE, so verify the job description before applying.
Search LCA filings by firmware job title
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by verified DOL LCA filings for firmware and embedded systems roles. This surfaces companies that have sponsored similar positions before, so you're targeting employers with an active H-1B filing history rather than guessing.
Document your embedded systems portfolio carefully
USCIS officers often request evidence that a firmware role requires a theoretical and practical application of specialized knowledge. Gather project documentation showing RTOS, hardware abstraction layers, or protocol stack work. These artifacts support the specialty occupation argument in your I-129 petition.
Check the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the prevailing wage for your specific SOC code and work location. Run the OFLC Wage Search before your offer conversation so you understand the wage floor and can flag any offer that could jeopardize certification.
Clarify work location details early in the offer stage
Firmware engineers frequently work on-site at manufacturing or hardware facilities. If your role involves multiple work locations or a transition from remote to on-site, your employer must file amended LCAs for each new worksite. Confirm this with your employer before accepting an offer to avoid compliance gaps.
Use O*NET to strengthen specialty occupation evidence
The O*NET occupation profile for Electronics Engineers includes the knowledge domains and degree requirements adjudicators reference. Print the relevant O*NET entry and include it in your petition package to preemptively address specialty occupation scrutiny without waiting for an RFE.
H-1B Visa Firmware Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Firmware Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, firmware engineering qualifies as a specialty occupation when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a directly related field. USCIS evaluates the job description, not just the title, so your employer's offer letter and LCA should clearly state the degree requirement and tie it to the specific technical duties of the role.
Which SOC code do employers typically use when filing an LCA for a Firmware Engineer?
Most employers file under SOC 17-2061 (Computer Hardware Engineers) or, for roles with a stronger software emphasis, SOC 15-1299 (Computer Occupations, All Other). The SOC code determines the prevailing wage level your employer must certify, so confirm with your employer which code they intend to use before your offer is finalized, since it affects your wage floor.
How do I find employers who have sponsored H-1B visas for Firmware Engineer positions?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by verified DOL LCA filing history, so you can identify employers who have previously sponsored firmware and embedded systems roles. This is more reliable than guessing based on company size, since even mid-size hardware companies with small teams regularly file H-1B petitions for specialized engineering positions.
Can my employer file for premium processing on my Firmware Engineer H-1B petition?
Yes, premium processing is available for H-1B petitions including firmware engineering roles. USCIS guarantees a decision within 15 business days under premium processing. Employers in hardware development cycles often request it to align hiring timelines with product launch schedules. Your employer pays the premium processing fee directly to USCIS.
What happens to my H-1B status if my firmware engineering role shifts to a different work location or project scope?
Material changes to your H-1B terms, including a new worksite outside your employer's existing LCA coverage area or a significant shift in job duties, require your employer to file an amended H-1B petition with USCIS. Hardware engineers who move between facilities or take on embedded software responsibilities beyond the original petition scope should confirm with their employer whether an amendment is needed.