Staff Engineer, Software; Austin

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Location: Merrimack, TX, US

Job Title: Staff Software Engineer (BSP/Diag/SDK)
Functional Area:Engineering (ENG)
Career Stream:Design - Software Engineering
Job Code:SEN-ENG-DSE
Job Band:10
Direct/Indirect Indicator:Indirect

The Staff Engineer, Software develops, debugs, tests, deploys and supports code to be deployed in systems/products/equipment for various applications. They write, debug, maintain, and test software in various common languages and for software at various levels in the hierarchy (from Firmware to Application). Software creation follows an agreed to development process (such as Agile, Scrum, etc.) and complies with the product life cycle development (phase/gate deliverables).

Lead Technical Solutions:Spearhead the design, development, and implementation of intricate technical solutions for complex x86 based appliance projects for data center and enterprise applications.

Drive Software Development:Write, debug and maintain software across various languages (C/C++/Python) and software hierarchies (from firmware to application level), adhering to established development practices (e.g., Agile, Scrum).

Analyze and Optimize:Review customer requirements, analyze trade-offs in complex systems, recommend optimal solutions, and develop comprehensive deployment strategies.

Self Driven:Exhibits a proactive and engaged approach to all responsibilities, consistently taking the lead on new initiatives and contributing to a dynamic multi-site team environment.

Foster

Collaboration:

Work within cross-functional teams with other developers, customers, and manufacturing engineers to ensure robust and high-quality product development, incorporating feedback for design enhancements.

Build & Maintain:Design, develop, and analyze tests and test-automation suites, and provide ongoing maintenance, support, and enhancements for existing systems and platforms.

Project Management:Ability to manage/lead complex, multiple line engineering projects that may also involve other functions. Demonstrate solid understanding of the technical, financial and people aspects of the project. Create a project/change management plan and ensure that the project is delivered within the assigned time and budget. Recognize project barriers and develop mitigation plans.

Financial Acumen / Business Planning:Create financial plans for your projects, align them internally with your line of management and other functions and externally if needed. Create project plans, profitability calculations, risk and sensitivity analysis, and mitigate profitability risks.

The following competencies may also be required:
Coaching/Mentoring;
Communication/Negotiation/Presentation;
Creative Problem Solving;
Customer Interaction/Stakeholder Management;
Quality & Lean;
Working Effectively with Others; D/PFMEA; 8D/Corrective Action;
Equipment Safety;
Design of Experiments (DOE).

To excel in this role, you should possess strong proficiency in one or more areas highlighted below:

• Programming
  
  Languages:
  
  C, C++, Python
• Embedded Systems:Advanced hands‑on knowledge of x86-based Linux embedded systems/appliances
• Board Support Packages (BSPs):Expertise in developing and working with BSPs
• Diagnostics:Solid understanding and experience in specifying and developing diagnostic applications to ship product in high volume
• Software Development Kits (SDKs):Proficient in utilizing SDK for AI Accelerators, Network Processing Units (NPU) and Embedded platforms
• BIOS:Working knowledge of system BIOS and software, ability to debug complex issues and deliver SW patches
• BMC:Working knowledge of Yocto/OpenBMC, ability to debug complex issues and deliver SW patches

• In‑depth understanding of Linux kernel, device driver, IPC, U‑boot.
• Familiarity with Linux application development.
• Knowledge of BMC including IPMI, SDR, SEL, FRU records, SOL, IPMB, Side‑band LAN, KCS and KVM.
• Knowledge of Redfish and other management protocols.
• Working knowledge of BMC related Hardware such as ARM, BMC chip (AST 2500, AST
  2600, Pilot 4 etc.), HW‑monitor and…