Embedded Firmware Engineer (Zephyr/BMC)

Dexian; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A tech solutions provider in Austin is seeking an Embedded Firmware Engineer with expertise in C/C++ for embedded firmware development. The role involves developing low-level firmware for cutting-edge interconnect technologies and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in device driver development and familiarity with Zephyr RTOS. This is a full-time position requiring onsite presence in Austin, TX.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in device driver or embedded firmware development.
• Strong C and familiarity with C++/Python.
• Expertise in pre/post-silicon validation.

Responsibilities

• Develop firmware for technologies such as PCIe, CXL, and others.
• Collaborate with various teams for full design cycle.
• Support full lifecycle of embedded firmware solutions.

Skills

C

C++

Python

Debug skills

Linux build environments

Education

BSEE, BSCS, BSCE or higher

Tools

Zephyr RTOS

Git

JTAG

Job description

Embedded Firmware Engineer (Zephyr/BMC)

Location: Austin, TX – 100% Onsite

Duration: 12+ months (Contract)

Top Must‑Haves

• phyr OS and bare‑metal bring‑up
• MCTP/PLDM experience
• BMC or similar firmware knowledge (BMC experience a plus)

Role Summary

Seeking a strong firmware developer with deep embedded experience, solid problem‑solving skills, and familiarity with hardware. You will develop and integrate low‑level firmware for next‑generation interconnect technologies and work closely with cross‑functional teams throughout the full design cycle (pre‑silicon, post‑silicon, production).

Key Responsibilities

• Develop firmware for technologies such as PCIe, CXL, MCTP, UBM, USB4
• Collaborate with BMC, power, architecture, design, and verification teams
• Build low‑level firmware in an RTOS environment (Zephyr)
• Participate in pre‑silicon validation and post‑silicon bring‑up
• Support full lifecycle of embedded firmware solutions

Requirements

• Expertise in C; strong C++/Python
• Experience with PLDM, MCTP, SPDM
• Knowledge of I2C/I3C, PCIe, JTAG, SPI, eSPI, UART
• 5+ years in device driver or embedded firmware development
• Zephyr RTOS experience
• Strong debug skills across pre/post‑silicon and production
• Comfortable in Linux build environments

Preferred

• BMC firmware experience (iDRAC, CMC, iLO, etc.)
• Security knowledge (Root of Trust, verified/measured boot)
• OpenBMC experience
• Git/Gerrit proficiency
• ARM architecture experience
• Ability to read digital schematics

Education

BSEE, BSCS, BSCE or higher. 5+ years firmware development; 3+ years manageability firmware.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior Level

Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.