Job Description

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THE ROLE:

We are seeking a BMC Firmware Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining firmware for BMC used in AMD server platforms. As part of the role, this engineer will work closely with other platform engineers and architects across various IPs in designing and implementing firmware that spans pre-silicon and post-silicon for all AMD SoCs. 

THE PERSON:

As a BMC Firmware Engineer, you play a role in the specification, design and development of firmware to provide innovative product and solutions to our customers. This role requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams and customers to understand requirements, define features, and deliver robust firmware. You are passionate about firmware development with creative and effective problem-solving skills, a motivated, self-starter who can work both independently and collaboratively in fast paced environments.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Firmware design, develop, debug, verify and/or validate firmware, software and/or hardware design
• Participant in day-to-day firmware development work
• Support customers root-cause analysis and resolve issues
• Participate in requirement analysis and architecture discussions to translate customer needs into technical specifications

• Develop validation scripts/unit test, and documentation to ensure reliable and maintainable firmware.

• Collaborate with internal and external development teams and participate in code reviews, design reviews, and release processes

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Familiarity with server management standards (IPMI, Redfish, MCTP/PLDM)
• Familiar with OpenBMC implementation
• Familiarity with ARM-based SoC architectures, and low-level hardware interfaces (I2C, I3C, SPI, UART, GPIO, JTAG)
• Familiarity with D-Bus, SystemD and DTS configuration
• Strong programming skills in C/C++, python and shell script
• Knowledge in U-Boot, Linux kernel, driver and application development
• Knowledge in AMD RAS, APML feature is a plus
• Good verbal/written English communication skills
• Strong analytical skills and debug methodology
• Self-driven with the ability to lead tasks independently to successful completion

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent

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This posting is for an existing vacancy.