Senior BIOS & Firmware Engineer - CPU Boot & Linux

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

Job summary

Arista Networks in Austin, Texas, is seeking a Firmware Engineer to design and maintain CPU firmware and BIOS software. This role involves collaborating with hardware engineers, diagnosing firmware issues, and leading projects from inception to deployment. A strong background in C programming, familiarity with CPU architectures, and hands-on experience in firmware environments are essential. Join a forward-thinking team that values innovation and problem-solving in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in firmware, BIOS, or boot loader environments.
• Expert knowledge in C programming is required.
• Experience in diagnosing problems in low-level firmware.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain low-level CPU software in Arista products.
• Develop tests using C, C++, and Python.
• Work with hardware engineers to qualify new CPUs.

Skills

C programming

C++ programming

Python programming

Problem solving

Troubleshooting

Software design

Education

BS in Computer Science/Electrical Engineering/Computer Engineering + 8 years experience

MS in Computer Science/Electrical Engineering/Computer Engineering + 6 years experience

Ph.D. in Computer Science/Electrical Engineering/Computer Engineering + 3 years experience

Tools

Linux

x86 architecture

ARM architecture

Job description

Arista Networks in Austin, Texas, is seeking a Firmware Engineer to design and maintain CPU firmware and BIOS software. This role involves collaborating with hardware engineers, diagnosing firmware issues, and leading projects from inception to deployment. A strong background in C programming, familiarity with CPU architectures, and hands-on experience in firmware environments are essential. Join a forward-thinking team that values innovation and problem-solving in a dynamic work environment.