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# Sr. Firmware Engineer

- **Company:** Super Micro Computer, Inc.
- **Location:** San Jose, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $160,000.0 - $180,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Bash Shell, Border Gateway Protocol, Software Bug Management, Computer Engineering, Data Centers, Software Debugging, Linux, Ethernet, Firmware, Issue Tracking Systems, Interoperability, Python (Programming Language), Network Troubleshooting, Linux System Administration, Linux Commands, Network Protocols, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Systems Integration, Virtual Local Area Networks, Data Logging, Network Switches, Scripting, Information Technology
- **Published:** September 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.supermicro.com/talentcommunity/apply/1397703800/?locale=en_US

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
 * 8+ years of experience in firmware validation, networking, or embedded systems support
 * Basic understanding of Linux operating systems and Ethernet switching concepts
 * Familiarity with Cumulus Linux, common networking protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF, VLAN, STP, MLAG, EVPN), and data center switching environments
 * Hands-on experience with switch bring-up, configuration, and troubleshooting
 * Strong problem-solving skills and ability to debug issues across hardware-software boundaries
 * Experience using Linux CLI tools, logging mechanisms, and diagnostic utilities
 * Knowledge of scripting for automation and testing (Bash, Python preferred)
 * Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail
 * Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment

## Description

We are seeking a motivated Sr. Firmware Engineer to join our team focused on the development and support of firmware for high-performance Ethernet switch products. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in Linux-based systems and networking who enjoys hands-on validation, debugging, and collaboration across hardware, firmware, and software teams. You will play a key role in ensuring the reliability, performance, and quality of our data center switching solutions., * Perform firmware validation, software installation, configuration, and switch bring-up activities for new and existing Ethernet switch platforms

 * Support debugging and resolution of customer-reported issues related to networking, firmware, and system integration
 * Collaborate closely with hardware, firmware, and software teams to validate new software releases, bug fixes, and feature implementations
 * Utilize Linux command-line tools, system logs, and diagnostic utilities to troubleshoot complex system and networking issues
 * Assist with automation scripting (e.g., shell/Python) and execution of regression, interoperability, and functional testing
 * Maintain accurate engineering documentation, issue tracking records, validation reports, and test results
 * Support lab infrastructure setup, customer configuration replication, and reproduction of field-reported issues
 * Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and tools for switch firmware quality assurance


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