Firmware Development Manager

Hewlett Packard Enterprise Development LP; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 4,000,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Hewlett Packard Enterprise invites applications for a Firmware Development Manager position in Bengaluru. This hybrid role requires working from an HPE office an average of two days per week.

The role leads a team of engineers in firmware and systems software development, with responsibilities spanning headcount, project delivery, and vendor coordination. Strong people management and strategic thinking are essential.

Qualifications

• First level university degree or equivalent experience.
• May have advanced university degree.
• Typically 5+ years of related work experience, including 0-2 years of people management experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct and ongoing leadership for a team of individual contributors designing and developing new products and coordinating projects for systems software.
• Manages headcount, deliverables, schedules, and costs for multiple ongoing projects, ensuring resources are allocated and goals are met.
• Communicates project status and escalates issues to direct managers, program managers, and development partners.
• Manages relationships with outsourced partners and suppliers, setting expectations on deliverables, quality, schedules and costs.
• Proactively identifies opportunities for process improvement and cost reductions.
• Provides people-care management for assigned team members, including hiring, performance planning, coaching, and career development.

Skills

People Management

Project Management

Communication

Agile Methodology

Cross-Functional

Analytical Thinking

Time Management

Negotiation Skills

English Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Job description

Firmware Development Manager

This role has been designed as 'Hybrid' with a requirement that you will work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office.

Who We Are

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today’s complex world. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what’s next. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE.

Job Family Definition

Designs, develops, troubleshoots and debugs software programs for software enhancements and new products. Develops software including operating systems, compilers, routers, networks, utilities, databases and Internet-related tools. Determines hardware compatibility and/or influences hardware design.

Management Level Definition

Applies advanced subject matter knowledge to manage staff activities in solving common and complex business/technical issues within established policies. Manages exempt individual contributors and/or supervisors. Has accountability for results of a major program in terms of cost, direction and people management. Provides guidance on process improvements and recommends changes in alignment with business tactics and strategy for area of responsibility. Plans, manages and monitors operational/tactical activities of Staff. Staff members' work may involve strategic issues. Recruits and supports development of direct staff members. Typically reports to MG2 or Director.

Additional guidance/criteria

Manages and controls activities within a single country or a sub-region which is part of a larger geographical Region; Manages at least 4 employees and typically between 8 and 15 direct reports. Span of Control guidelines may differ from these numbers.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct and ongoing leadership for a team of individual contributors designing and developing new products, enhancements and updates, and coordinating projects for systems software, including operating systems, compliers, networking, utilities, databases, and Internet-related tools.
• Manages headcount, deliverables, schedules, and costs for multiple ongoing projects, ensuring that resources are appropriately allocated and that goals, objectives, timelines, and budgets are met in accordance with program and organizational roadmaps.
• Communicates project status and escalates issues to direct managers, program managers, and internal and external development partners.
• Manages relationships with outsourced partners and suppliers, including setting expectations regarding deliverables, product quality, schedules, and costs; ensures that team members are effectively communicating and collaborating with outsourced resources.
• Proactively identifies opportunities for process improvement and cost reductions opportunities.
• Provides people-care management for assigned team members, including hiring, setting and monitoring of annual performance plans, coaching, and career development; ensures that proper knowledge and career development tools are in place to support ongoing team member and process development.

Education and Experience Required

• First level university degree or equivalent experience required.
• May have advanced university degree.
• Typically 5 or more years of related work experience, including 0 -2 years of people management experience.

Knowledge and Skills

• Good understanding of the company's policies and processes.
• Knowledge on BMC Firmware and server knowledge is preferred.
• Manages and develops exempt individual contributors, fostering a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous learning.
• Coaches and mentors engineers, supporting technical growth, problem‑solving, and career development.
• Provides regular feedback, performance management, and growth guidance.
• Builds an inclusive, collaborative, and high‑performing team environment.
• Highly agile and effective in ambiguous environments, carving out clarity and direction.
• Advanced project management skills including time and risk management, resource prioritization, and project structuring.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including negotiation, presentation, and influence skills.
• Strong multi-tasking and prioritization skills.
• Strong communication skills (e.g. written, verbal, presentation); mastery in English and local language.

Additional Skills

• Accountability, Action Planning, Active Learning, Active Listening, Agile Methodology, Agile Scrum Development, Analytical Thinking, Bias, Coaching, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Cross-Functional Teamwork, Data Analysis Management, Data Collection Management (Inactive), Data Controls, Design, Design Thinking, Empathy, Follow-Through, Group Problem Solving, Growth Mindset, Intellectual Curiosity (Inactive), Long Term Planning, Managing Ambiguity.

What We Can Offer You

Health & Wellbeing

We strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.

Personal & Professional Development

We also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have — whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.

Unconditional Inclusion

We are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good.

Job

Engineering

Job Level

Manager_1

Equal Employment Opportunity

HPE is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, or any other protected category, and all decisions we make are made on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Our goal is to be one global team that is representative of our customers, in an inclusive environment where we can continue to innovate and grow together.

Discrimination and Deception Policy

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is EEO Protected Veteran/ Individual with Disabilities. HPE will comply with all applicable laws related to employer use of arrest and conviction records, including laws requiring employers to consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories.

Accessibility

HPE is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities. If you believe you require accommodation during any stage of the application or interview process.

Disclosure of Sensitive Personal Data

Please ensure the resume you submit to us does not include any sensitive personal data. Sensitive personal data includes data revealing information about your racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious or philosophical beliefs, trade union membership, health, sex life or sexual orientation. To the extent the resume you submit does contain this type of personal data, you consent to the storing and processing of this data by HPE for the purpose of reviewing and managing your application.