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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Firmware Development Engineer - **Company:** Intel Corporation - **Location:** Santa Clara, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $149,600.0 - $245,160.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI), Artificial Intelligence, Unit Testing, BIOS, Booting (BIOS), C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Software Debugging, Linux, Device Drivers, Firmware, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Joint Test Action (IEEE Standards), PCI Express, Performance Tuning, Reduced Instruction Set Computing, System on a Chip, Systems Integration, Toolchain, Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter, USB, Extensible Firmware Interface, Linux Development, Integration Tests, Information Technology, Multiplatform, Hardware Debugging - **Published:** July 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/C3796D04E8BB465B8BB8F345645AEEB3/job/ ## About the Role * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field. * 6+ years of firmware development experience. * Strong C/C++ programming skills with proven ability to solve complex real-world problems. * Experience of one or more computer architectures (ARM, x86, and/or RISC-V) and associated firmware stacks. * Hardware debugging experience with tools like JTAG, GDB, and similar platforms. How to Stand out (Preferred Qualifications): * UEFI/BIOS development experience with EDK II, Coreboot, or similar frameworks. * Industry protocol knowledge including ACPI, PCIe, USB, SMBIOS, GPIO, UART. * Security implementation experience, particularly secure boot processes. * Linux driver development background. * Linux development expertise including GNU toolchain proficiency. * Deep knowledge of Linux and Windows boot processes. * Experience with AI assisted and agent based coding. ## Description Join Intel's Central Engineering Group (CEG) and play a pivotal role in showcasing Intel's cutting-edge manufacturing processes and IP through innovative firmware solutions. You'll work on test chips and System-on-Chip (SoC) projects across diverse architectures that demonstrate Intel's technological leadership in the industry. What You'll Do * Firmware Development: Design, develop, and debug ROM, bootloaders, and firmware across diverse hardware platforms. * System Integration: Build and integrate firmware components into complete, bootable system images. * Performance Optimization: Implement and optimize low-level code for seamless hardware-software interaction. * Quality Assurance: Conduct thorough design reviews, testing, and validation to ensure robust firmware releases. * Problem Solving: Debug and resolve complex boot, platform, and system-level issues. * Test Development: Create comprehensive unit tests, integration tests, and supporting automation frameworks. * Multi-Platform Work: Develop across simulated environments, FPGAs, and physical hardware. * Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with RTL and board design engineers to solve challenging cross-domain issues. * Technical Leadership: Provide guidance and mentorship to team members and stakeholders., This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change. ## Related Videos - [Prototyping with Hardware and the Web](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/651-prototyping-with-hardware-and-the-web) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [10M Data Records Lost, Underwater Computing, and Psychedelic Fish - Matthias Geniar](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1908-10m-data-records-lost-underwater-computing-and-psychedelic-fish-matthias-geniar) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [The best of two worlds - Bringing enterprise-grade Linux to the vehicle](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/67-the-best-of-two-worlds-bringing-enterprise-grade-linux-to-the-vehicle) - [Unleashing the Full Potential of the Arm Architecture – Write Once, Deploy Anywhere](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/940-unleashing-the-full-potential-of-the-arm-architecture-write-once-deploy-anywhere) ## Related Articles - [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology) - [Is Software Engineering Hard?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/448-is-software-engineering-hard) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [How to Answer the Interview Question: “Why Do You Want to Be a Software Engineer?”](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/392-how-to-answer-the-interview-question-why-do-you-want-to-be-a-software-engineer) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering)