Firmware Engineer 1

CYNET SYSTEMS INC.
Austin, TX, United States
20 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
2 years minimum
Compensation
$115,232.0 - $121,618.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

C (Programming Language) JavaScript (Programming Language) Intelligent Platform Management Interface BIOS C++ (Programming Language) Computer Programming Software Debugging Linux Device Drivers Firmware Joint Test Action (IEEE Standards) Python (Programming Language)
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Linux Kernel Open Source Technology PCI Express Shell Script Software Engineering Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter Serial Peripheral Interface Gerrit Git Software Version Control

Job description

  • Develop robust, innovative OpenBMC firmware releases for customer reference boards.
  • Coordinate with architects, BIOS developers, vendors, and quality assurance teams.
  • Perform BMC firmware development in an OpenBMC environment.
  • Upstream work to the OpenBMC community and troubleshoot existing designs.
  • Employ solid software methodologies and manageability design expertise to ensure on-schedule, defect-free firmware deliveries.
  • Focus on continuous feature and code improvement.

Requirements

  • Previous BMC Firmware development experience (e.g., Dell iDRAC, Dell CMC, HP iLo).
  • Experience with Open Source Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) Software Stack (OpenBMC).
  • Programming experience in JavaScript, Shell Scripting, Python, C, and C++.
  • Knowledge of low-level protocols including I2c, I3c, JTAG, SPI, eSPI, UART, and PCIe.
  • Proficiency with source version control systems like Git and review tools like Gerrit.
  • Working knowledge of Linux Kernel programming and Linux driver development experience (JTAG, I2C, SPI).
  • Hands-on experience working with Reference Boards.
  • Experience with Linux gcc build and debug tools.
  • Strong debug methodology and skills.
  • Experience in server manageability architecture.
  • Knowledge of software development process methodology.
  • Knowledge of industry standard initiatives such as Redfish, PLDM, MCTP, and manageability protocols such as IPMI.
  • 4+ years of firmware development experience.
  • 2+ years of manageability firmware experience., * OpenBMC.
  • JavaScript.
  • Shell Scripting.
  • Python.
  • C.
  • C++.
  • I2c.
  • I3c.
  • JTAG.
  • SPI.
  • eSPI.
  • UART.
  • PCIe.
  • Git.
  • Gerrit.
  • Linux Kernel.
  • Linux Driver Development., * BSEE, BSCS, or BSCE degree or higher.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits & conditions

Our Benefits Include:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
  • Supplemental Insurance Plans
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Wellness Programs
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities

About the company

Founded in 2010 and headquartered in the Washington, DC metro area, Cynet Systems Inc. is a leading technology staffing and workforce solutions company serving Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and enterprise organizations across the United States and Canada. We deliver agile, scalable talent solutions across IT, engineering, life sciences, clinical, and professional staffing, powered by a high-performing recruitment engine operating across North America and Asia.

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