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# BIOS Engineer

- **Company:** Super Micro Computer, Inc.
- **Location:** San Jose, CA, United States
- **Salary:** $90,000.0 - $115,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** BIOS, C++ (Programming Language), Compilers, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Linux, Device Drivers, Linux Kernel, Software Engineering, Extensible Firmware Interface, Computer Equipment, Information Technology, Programming Languages
- **Published:** August 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.supermicro.com/talentcommunity/apply/1415542800/?locale=en_US

## About the Role

* BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering
 * Minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience in low level software development preferred
 * Minimum of 1 year of experience with either Legacy BIOS code or UEFI code preferred
 * Strong background in software design with C, C++ and/or Assembly is a plus
 * Solid understanding of PC hardware architecture, BIOS, and Linux is required
 * Work independently and be self-motivated
 * Must be a team player, have passion for software development and have excellent communication skills

## Description

Do you have passions for software development? We have an exciting role for a self-motivated BIOS Engineer, who has a background in hardware engineering, to research, design, develop and test our server products. BIOS Engineer will design and develop BIOS using a range of applicable technologies (e.g. programming languages, compilers, assemblers, debuggers, ITP, Scopes, and other tools) and state-of-art software engineering methodologies. Ideal candidates should be proactive in managing meeting schedules, identifying risks, and delivering high quality software., Includes the following essential duties and responsibilities (other duties may also be assigned):

 * Develop UEFI BIOS for desktop and server
 * Perform desktop, server board and workstation UEFI BIOS porting
 * Devise module codes for development
 * Provide engineering support to customers on BIOS issues
 * Verify BIOS System specifications
 * Manage schedule of the project from design phase to production
 * Test functionality and reliability and ensure product quality
 * Work on related Linux kernel development and device drivers
 * Study computer motherboard, BIOS system specifications, and configuration requirements to plan and develop reliability and compatibility
 * Study and analyze the design specifications and system housing to optimize the system efficiency
 * Consult and coordinate with other engineering staff to evaluate the design specifications and functions


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