Manager Broadband Development

Company: Altice USA
Location: Bethpage
Posted on: January 5, 2026

Job Description:

Are you looking to Optimize your life? Start your exciting path to a rewarding career today! We are Optimum, a leader in the fast-paced world of connectivity, and were on the hunt for enthusiastic professionals to join our team! We understand that connectivity isnt just a luxury anymore – its a necessity that empowers lives, fuels businesses, and drives innovation. A career at Optimum means youll be enabling progress and enhancing lives by providing reliable, high-speed connectivity solutions that keep the world connected. We owe our success to our amazing product, commitment to our people and the connections we make in every community. If you are resourceful, collaborative, team-oriented and passionate about delivering consistent excellence, Optimum is the Company for you! We are Optimum! Job Summary We are seeking an accomplished and driven Manager of Embedded Broadband Development to lead and guide a dynamic engineering team. In this managerial role, you will be responsible for overseeing the development, enhancement, and maintenance of embedded software for broadband devices, with an emphasis on advanced technologies such as DOCSIS, PON, and Wi-Fi. You will drive strategic initiatives, mentor and manage a team of engineers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative, high-quality products while ensuring project alignment with business goals. Responsibilities Lead, mentor, and manage a team of software engineers, fostering an environment of continuous learning, innovation, and collaboration. Set clear objectives, provide regular feedback, and promote a growth-focused culture. Manage team dynamics, ensuring effective communication and collaboration across engineering, product, and business teams. Lead the design, development, and maintenance of embedded software for broadband devices, focusing on DOCSIS, PON, and Wi-Fi technologies. Architect and deliver scalable, reliable, and secure software solutions, ensuring alignment with both technical and business objectives. Oversee the creation of high-performance, maintainable, and secure code across repositories, ensuring robust code quality. Drive the identification of opportunities for process improvements and standardization to enhance the development lifecycle. Oversee the integration of embedded software with hardware components, ensuring seamless operation and performance of broadband devices. Ensure the establishment and execution of rigorous unit, integration, and system testing protocols, validating software functionality and performance. Collaborate with QA teams to ensure a comprehensive testing strategy that minimizes production defects and maintains product quality. Lead the technical direction for embedded software projects, identifying innovative solutions and applying industry best practices. Serve as the subject matter expert for DOCSIS, PON, Wi-Fi, and related technologies, guiding team members and driving technical excellence. Proactively assess new technologies, tools, and methodologies, ensuring the team remains at the forefront of embedded broadband development. Manage technical debt and facilitate architectural decision-making in collaboration with senior technical staff. Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to define product requirements and align technical efforts with business priorities. Advocate for technology roadmaps and ensure alignment with broader organizational goals and product strategies. Qualifications Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field; Master’s degree is preferred 10 years of experience in embedded software development, including at least 4 years in a leadership role with a focus on embedded technologies Relevant certifications in networking or embedded systems are advantageous Mastery of embedded C/C++ programming, with deep expertise in low-level hardware interactions and performance optimizations In-depth experience with networking protocols, particularly DOCSIS, PON (GPON, EPON), and Wi-Fi (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax) Expertise in embedded Linux/Unix systems, including system programming and customizing Linux distributions for embedded environments Proven experience with debugging tools, version control systems (Git), and build systems such as Yocto Strong command of scripting languages (Python, Bash) for automation, testing, and tool development Familiarity with automated testing frameworks and Test-Driven Development (TDD) practices Experience in software optimization techniques for performance, memory usage, and power consumption At Optimum, were fueled by our four core pillars: Taking Ownership, Upholding Transparency, Creating Community, and Demonstrating Expertise. Our commitment to empowering employees to take responsibility and embrace proactive problem-solving underpins Taking Ownership. Upholding Transparency is at the core of our culture, with open and honest communication fostering trust among our dedicated team and loyal customers. Creating Community is more than a goal; its our daily commitment to fostering an environment of collaboration, innovation, and positivity. Demonstrating expertise is a promise we uphold through continuous learning and engagement with our customers to consistently deliver top-quality products and services. These pillars not only shape our culture but define Optimum as a place of excellence, trustworthiness, and thriving community, and we invite you to be a part of our journey. If you have the drive to succeed and are ready to embark on a thrilling career, seize this opportunity today, and join our winning team, so together, well shape the future of connectivity. All job descriptions and required skills, qualifications and responsibilities for a particular position are subject to modification by the Company from time to time, in the Company’s discretion based on business necessity. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds regardless of gender, race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. The Company collects personal information about its applicants for employment that may include personal identifiers, professional or employment related information, photos, education information and/or protected classifications under federal and state law. This information is collected for employment purposes, including identification, work authorization, FCRA-compliant background screening, human resource administration and compliance with federal, state and local law. This position is identified as being performed in/or reporting to company operations in New York State. Salary ranges are supplied in compliance with New York State law. Pay is competitive and based on a number of job-related factors, including skills and experience. The starting pay rate/range at time of hire for this position in the posted location is $133,661.00 - $219,586.00 / year. The rate/range provided herein is the anticipated pay at the time of hire, and does not reflect future job opportunity.

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