Sr. Staff Firmware / BIOS Developer

ZT Group Intl, Inc. dba ZT Systems; Georgetown (TX); On-site; USD 117,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, is seeking a Sr. Staff Firmware Engineer to develop platform BIOS and reference code for ZT Cloud Servers. You will work with design teams through planning, development, and validation, delivering reliable firmware and documentation.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in BIOS development, strong C/C++, x86 assembly, and experience with UEFI/EDK II and Linux boot processes. Enterprise hardware knowledge and cross-team collaboration are essential to success.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of BIOS development experience.
• Strong C/C++ and x86 assembly skills.
• Experience with UEFI/EDK II and Linux boot process.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, code, and debug BIOS/Firmware for servers.
• Review firmware architecture specifications and design.
• Plan and execute reference code and collateral.
• Collaborate with cross-team validation and manufacturing.

Skills

C/C++

x86 Assembly

BIOS Development

OS internals

UEFI/EDK II

BIOS tools

PCI/ACPI

Driver development

Education

BS in Electrical/Computer Engineering/CS

Tools

UEFI/EDK II

Linux Boot

BIOS debugging tools

Job description

About The Role

The Sr. Staff Firmware Engineer is responsible for developing platform BIOS, reference code and related documentation for ZT Cloud Servers. Work closely with design teams and be responsible for all software and BIOS related issues during the planning, development, and validation stages of the program.

What You Will Do

Design, develop, code, and debug BIOS\Firmware by applying knowledge of server hardware architecture and system design. Review and provide strong feedback on firmware and software architecture specifications and design specifications. Layout and establish design documents with the engineering team. Study computer motherboard and BIOS system specifications and configuration requirements to plan and develop reliability and compatibility. Plan and execute reference code and collateral. Participate in key product development and technical teams. Participate in new platform power-on events. Engage various cross-team validation organizations. Implement and support various features required for manufacturing validation.

What You Bring

BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Computer Engineering and 8+ years of experience including BIOS Development (alternatively an MS degree and 6+ years of experience). Demonstrated C, C++ coding and X-86 Assembly language skills. Knowledge of internal operations of Operating Systems and its interaction with BIOS functions. Understanding of processor and Enterprise system level architecture. Experience in user interface development or presentation layer development. Extensive hardware skills: Enterprise platform, BIOS, Drivers, IO technologies. Development of legacy BIOS such as Phoenix, AMI and hands‑on experience with UEFI/EDK II/ Linux Boot X-86 CPUs, memory controllers, IO Hubs, and PC architecture. Industry specifications such as PCI, ACPI, DDR, CXL. Working knowledge of BMC functions related to BIOS. Board level diagnostic tools/utilities.

About ZT Systems

ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, you’ll get to do work you are proud of alongside smart, passionate people. Every day, there are opportunities to collaborate with the best in the industry to design, build, and deliver impactful solutions to world‑class customers. Along the way, you will gain hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced environment that’s challenging, rewarding, and career‑defining. A culture built around our values we work hard and think fast. We view challenges as opportunities—to do better, push harder, and be faster than we were the day before. When we fail, we learn from it and move on together. And when we succeed, we use the momentum to go even further. We create value with everything we do, building the foundation of today—and transforming the future of tomorrow. Join ZT Systems and help us build technology infrastructure that connects the world.

What We Offer

At ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, we believe that investing in our people is key to our continued growth and innovation. When you join our team, you’ll gain access to a comprehensive and inclusive benefits package designed to support your well‑being, financial security, and professional development—both now and in the future.

Compensation & Financial Security

• Competitive base salary
• Performance-based annual bonus eligibility
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Tuition reimbursement for eligible education programs

Health & Wellness

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with access to leading providers
• Mental health resources and employee wellness support programs-
• Company-paid life and disability insurance

Time Away & Work-Life Balance

• Paid time off (PTO) and company-paid holidays
• Parental leave and family care support programs

Growth & Purpose

• Structured training programs and on-the-job learning opportunities
• Matching gifts and volunteer programs to support causes you care about

Full benefits and eligibility varies by work location. Learn more about our benefits here.

ZT Systems assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package is created for all our employees.

The typical base salary for this position is expected to be between $ 116,500 and $165,000 annually. If hired, the final base salary will be determined on an individual basis taking into consideration experience, skills, knowledge, education and/or certifications.

Base salary is just one component of ZT Systems total rewards philosophy.

Other rewards may include bonus, paid time off, generous 401k match, tuition reimbursement, wellbeing resources, and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

ZT Group Int’l. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.

ZT Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Please be aware that certain positions may require the applicant to either 1) be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or 2) be eligible to obtain an export control license or license exception from the Bureau of Industry and Science & U.S. Department of Commerce. All offers of employment will be conditional subject to the foregoing.

ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company is a place where you can do work you’re proud of alongside smart, passionate people who get genuinely excited about what they’re able to accomplish here. We work, learn, and grow together in a supportive and fast-moving environment where decisiveness and action are not only encouraged, but expected. Together, we’re tackling complex challenges and creating impactful solutions in one of the world’s most high-demand industries—that’s where you come in.