BMC/OpenBMC Firmware Lead Engineer

Jabil; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Firmware Engineer focused on Server and Storage systems. This role involves developing and debugging OpenBMC-based firmware, collaborating with global teams to ensure seamless integration and project milestones. Candidates should have extensive experience in embedded systems and related technologies, with a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.

Benefits

Equal opportunity employer

Accessibility accommodations available

Qualifications

• 6+ years of related BMC/OpenBMC firmware development experience.
• Deep understanding of OpenBMC architecture, including D-Bus and REST API.
• Experience in customizing OpenBMC's Linux distribution using Yocto Project.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and debug OpenBMC-based functional modules.
• Create and maintain firmware CI/CD processes for code release.
• Propose technical solutions and assess feature requirements.

Skills

C++

Python

LUA

Troubleshooting

Agile practices

Education

Bachelor's in Electronics, Computer Science, or Software Engineering

Master's in Electronics, Computer Science, or Software Engineering

Tools

OpenBMC architecture

Yocto Project

Devtool

Job description

At Jabil we strive to make ANYTHING POSSIBLE and EVERYTHING BETTER. We are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions. With over 50 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.

JOB SUMMARY
(Main Responsibilities)

For Server, Storage system level FW development, BMC FW design, development and Debug. Co-work with gaolable FW dev. Team for project support for fit design key milestone.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
(Key firmware Engineering Capabilities)

- Design, Develop, Debug OpenBMC-based functional modules, ensuring seamless integration with server platform hardware.

- Customize OpenBMC's Linux distribution using Yocto Project, supporting operations based on Redfish and IPMI.

- Develop, test and deploy server hardware components connected to BMC.

- Create and maintain firmware CI/CD process to commit, unit test, and release code.

- Create and review HLD and LLD, technical spec and related documents.

- Effectively communicate the technical aspects of a project to cross-functional teams.

- Propose technical solutions and assess feature requirements, assisting in analyzing technical risks, blockers, and opportunities to ensure smooth project transitions.

- Monitor industry trends and incorporate new technologies.

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

- Deep understanding of Legacy BMC and OpenBMC architecture, including its core components (e.g., D-Bus, Systemd, REST API).

- Familiarity with Yocto Project and Devtool for building and customizing embedded Linux systems.

- Proficiency in hardware management protocols such as IPMI, Redfish, and PLDM.

- Expertise in embedded system development, with experience in C++, Python, or LUA.

- Familiarity with server hardware architecture, including the management and deployment of server key components.

- Strong troubleshooting skills to quickly identify and resolve hardware and software integration issues.

- Knowledge of industry-standard protocols such as MCTP and PLDM.

- Familiarity with Platform porting and event logging.

Extra SKILLS is plus.

- Comprehensive knowledge of Agile practices or scrum.

- Good understanding of product development and manufacturing processes including test validation.

- Basic technical background to recognize, assess and communicate cross-functional issues and risks.

LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public in English.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS
- Influence others and share best practices.
- Effectively communicate with good understanding of English

- Understand and meet customer needs and expectations.
- Work as part of a global team.
- Could smoothly to co-work with cross function team
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQIREMENTS

- 6+ years related BMC/OpenBMC FW development
- Bachelor or Master in Electronics, Computer science, software engineering or related equivalent experience.

• With BMC development required.
• With Server or Storage product experience Required.
• With OpenBMC experience Required
• With BIOS concept and experience is preferred.

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