Software Engineer (C & Linux Kernel Developer)

NetApp; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 3,000,000 - 5,500,000; Full time

Job summary

NetApp in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India is seeking a BMC Engineer to join the Firmware R&D team. You will develop, test, and debug firmware and embedded software interfacing with NetApp storage operating systems, focusing on reliability and performance.

The role requires strong C/C++ programming, Linux kernel knowledge, and the ability to lead small teams or projects. Hybrid working environment and collaboration with senior leaders are part of the role.

Qualifications

• Proven 5–8 years of embedded firmware experience.
• Strong C/C++ programming with Linux environment expertise.
• Experience with Linux kernel internals, drivers, and U-Boot.
• Ability to lead small teams or projects and estimate work.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and debug firmware and embedded software.
• Interface with NetApp storage operating systems.
• Lead small projects and collaborate with engineers and leaders.
• Perform functional testing and drive feature implementation.

Skills

C/C++

Linux kernel

Firmware debugging

Linux networking

Security concepts

IPMI/Redfish

Team leadership

Project estimation

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's in CS/EE

5–8 years experience

Master's degree or equivalent

Tools

U-Boot

Drivers

Linux system programming

Makefiles

REST API

LDAP

SPI/SPI/I2C

Job description

Job Summary

As a BMC (Baseboard Management Controller) Engineer you will work as part of a Research and Development team responsible for developing, testing, and debugging firmware and embedded system software that interface with NetApp storage operating systems. The Firmware R&D team focuses on competitive market and customer requirements, supportability, technology advances, product quality, product cost, and time‑to‑market. Firmware engineers work on enhancements to existing products as well as new product development, including functional testing of developed features.

This position requires an individual who is creative, a quick learner, driven to produce results, and demonstrates the ability to lead small teams or projects.

Job Requirements

• Solid programming skills in C/C++
• Strong understanding of computer architecture concepts, data structures, and standard programming practices
• Debugging skills on firmware or software issues in a Linux environment
• In‑depth knowledge of Linux programming, Kernel internals, drivers, U‑boot, system calls, shared libraries, and makefiles
• Experience with Linux networking (firewalls, VLANs, SSH) is a plus
• Experience with security (certificates, key authentication) is a plus
• Experience with IPMI, KCS, I2C, SMBUS, PMBUS, SPI, UART, Flash technologies (eMMC, SPI), LDAP, Redfish, REST API is a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate with other engineers and senior leaders inside and outside the team
• Ability to estimate work completion for project planning
• Ability to drive design and implementation of project features
• Ability to perform functional testing of developed features
• Requires limited supervision and direction; can operate and drive results independently
• Ability to convey information to stakeholders at many levels

Education

• Minimum 5–8 years of relevant experience
• Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Systems, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, or an equivalent master's degree or experience
• Demonstrated ability to complete multiple moderately complex technical tasks successfully
• Proven record of meeting tight deadlines without sacrificing quality

Hybrid Working Environment

NetApp embraces a hybrid working environment designed to strengthen connection, collaboration, and culture for all employees. Most roles will have some level of in‑office and/or in‑person expectations, which will be shared during the recruitment process.

Equal Opportunity Employer

NetApp is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and complies with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination based on age, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability or genetic information, pregnancy, protected veteran status, and any other protected classification.