Sr Software Development Engineer

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Position Summary

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer with strong firmware and software development skills to contribute to the design and implementation of embedded systems.

You will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and optimizing firmware for our server infrastructure, ensuring robust system management, security, and performance.

This role focuses on developing scalable, high-performance solutions involving BIOS, BMC, microcontrollers, IO peripherals, and sensors. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver robust and secure software for our next-generation platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and debug BMC firmware for server platforms using C and C++
• Develop and maintain firmware components including device drivers, diagnostics, and hardware abstraction layers.
• Collaborate with hardware, systems, and validation teams to define requirements and troubleshoot integration issues.
• Contribute to the development of manufacturing test software and automation tools.
• Design and implement software in Python, Golang, and Shell for embedded platforms.
• Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and process improvements.
• Support network device integration (PHYs, NICs, Ethernet switches) and protocol-level debugging.
• Ensure compliance with security standards, including Platform Firmware Resilience (PFR) and Platform Root of Trust (PRoT)

Required Skills

• Strong proficiency in C and C++ programming for embedded systems.
• In-depth knowledge of BMC CPU architectures (e.g., ARM, RISC-V, or similar).
• Familiarity with the OpenBMC software stack, including build processes, configuration, and customization.
• Experience with embedded systems development, including low-level hardware interfaces (I2C, SPI, UART, etc.).
• Understanding of system-level debugging tools and techniques (e.g., JTAG, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers).
• Knowledge of Platform Firmware Resilience (PFR) and Platform Root of Trust (PRoT) security frameworks is preferred.
• Proficiency in Python, Golang, and Shell scripting.
• Working knowledge of I2C/I3C, SPI, UART, USB, PCIe protocols.
• Familiarity with networking concepts and devices (L2–L7, TCP/IP, load balancers).
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD workflows.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in software development, with emphasis on embedded systems.

The Job Description is intended to be a general representation of the responsibilities and requirements of the job. However, the description may not be all-inclusive, and responsibilities and requirements are subject to change.

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