Sr./Staff DC Software Engineer

MediaTek; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 142,000 - 286,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

MediaTek's Data Center team is seeking Software Engineers to build rack management and test software for the xPU rack. You will design front-end and back-end services that discover, monitor and control compute trays, power shelves, CDUs and switches, collect telemetry, and enforce power, thermal and leak/fault policies.

You will own the function and stress test system used for bring-up and validation, support BMC integration on the compute tray and management of Spectrum-X/ESUN switches, and

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years in infrastructure or embedded management software.
• Languages: Python, C++, Go and shell scripting.
• Platforms: Linux, REST/microservices and containers.
• Observability: Telemetry, logging and monitoring stacks.
• Quality: Test automation and CI practices.

Responsibilities

• Rack manager: Develop rack-level services that integrate compute-tray BMCs, power shelves/PDUs, CDUs and switches.
• Management interfaces: Implement Redfish, OpenBMC, IPMI, SNMP and PMBus/Modbus-based management.
• Telemetry: Build telemetry pipelines (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana) for power, thermal, flow and health data.
• Control policies: Implement power capping, thermal response and leak/fault handling.
• Switch management: Support management and telemetry integration for Spectrum-X/ESUN switches.
• Front end: Build operator dashboards and APIs; integrate with CSP fleet and DCIM tools.
• Test system: Own the function and stress test framework and automation for bring-up and validation.
• Firmware & security: Support firmware update, logging, diagnostics, authentication and secure boot.
• Delivery: Define management requirements with the hardware architects; own code through deployment.

Skills

Python

C++

Go

Shell scripting

Education

BS in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering or related field

MS in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Linux

REST/microservices

Containers

Job description

MediaTek's Data Center team is at the forefront of innovation, driving the development of cutting-edge technologies that power the world's most advanced data centers. We are a dynamic group of system architects, packaging technology developers, and SoC design experts dedicated to creating high-performance, efficient, and reliable solutions. Our team collaborates closely to push the boundaries of technology, ensuring optimal performance, power efficiency, and scalability for data center applications. Join our Data Center team and be a part of the technological revolution that is shaping the future of data centers. If you are passionate about innovation and have the expertise to drive strategic technology development, we would love to hear from you.

About the Role

We are seeking Software Engineers to build the rack management and test software for the xPU rack. You will design front-end and back-end services that discover, monitor and control compute trays, power shelves, CDUs and switches, collect telemetry, and enforce power, thermal and leak/fault policies. You will also own the function and stress test system used for bring-up and validation, support BMC integration on the compute tray and management of the Spectrum-X/ESUN switches, and work closely with third-party ODM vendors and CSP/OEM customers to integrate with their fleet and DCIM tools.

Key Responsibilities

• Rack manager: Develop rack-level services that integrate compute-tray BMCs, power shelves/PDUs, CDUs and switches.
• Management interfaces: Implement Redfish, OpenBMC, IPMI, SNMP and PMBus/Modbus-based management.
• Telemetry: Build telemetry pipelines (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana) for power, thermal, flow and health data.
• Control policies: Implement power capping, thermal response and leak/fault handling.
• Switch management: Support management and telemetry integration for Spectrum-X/ESUN switches.
• Front end: Build operator dashboards and APIs; integrate with CSP fleet and DCIM tools.
• Test system: Own the function and stress test framework and automation for bring-up and validation.
• Firmware & security: Support firmware update, logging, diagnostics, authentication and secure boot.
• Delivery: Define management requirements with the hardware architects; own code through deployment.

Main Requirements and Qualifications

• Required Qualifications
• Education: BS/MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Experience: 5+ years in infrastructure or embedded management software.
• Languages: Python, C++, Go and shell scripting.
• Platforms: Linux, REST/microservices and containers.
• Observability: Telemetry, logging and monitoring stacks.
• Quality: Test automation and CI practices.
• Preferred Experience
• DCIM or OCP rack management experience.
• Liquid-cooling control and leak-response software.
• Manufacturing or function test system development.
• Salary range: $142,000- $286,000
• Employee may be eligible for performance bonus, short and long term incentive programs. Actual total compensation will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience and qualifications. In addition, MediaTek provides a variety of benefits including comprehensive health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays, Sick Leave, Vacation time, Parental leave, 401K and more.
• MediaTek is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.