BIOS Engineer

Supermicro; Wayne (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Supermicro in California seeks a BIOS Engineer with hardware background to research, design, develop and test server BIOS using C/C++ and Assembly, including UEFI porting and Linux driver work.

Ideal candidates hold a BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering and have at least 1 year of low‑level software experience; the role requires independence, teamwork, and strong communication as you drive BIOS projects from design through production.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

C

C++

Assembly

Linux

BIOS/UEFI

Education

BS in Computer Science / Computer Engineering / Electrical Engineering

Tools

Linux kernel development

Device drivers

Job description

About Supermicro:

Supermicro is a Top Tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/ Big Data, Hyperscale, HPC and IoT/Embedded customers worldwide. We are the #5 fastest growing company among the Silicon Valley Top 50 technology firms. Our unprecedented global expansion has provided us with the opportunity to offer a large number of new positions to the technology community. We seek talented, passionate, and committed engineers, technologists, and business leaders to join us.

Job Summary:

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.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

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

Qualifications:

• 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

Salary Range

$90,000 - $115,000

The salary offered will depend on several factors, including your location, level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience, and comparison to other employees already in this role. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as participation in bonus and equity award programs.

EEO Statement

Supermicro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of Supermicro to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.