Software BIOS/BMC Engineer (Data Center Platform)

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THE ROLE:

As a Firmware Developer in AMD's Datacenter Platform Engineering group (DPEG), you will play a crucial role working with ODM/OEM/Customer in developing, and testing of BMC and Security firmware for DCGPU's range of products.  You will be responsible for designing and implementing firmware features to enhance the manageability, reliability, and security of AMD's DCGPU products.  You will collaborate with other firmware engineers, hardware engineers, customer facing teams, and validation engineers to achieve these goals.

THE PERSON:

As a firmware developer, you are passionate about developing quality well-designed and well-tested firmware implementations.  You have a strong background in embedded firmware development and are eager to push the boundaries of your abilities and knowledge.

KEY RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Work closely with ODM/OEM/Customer in develop, debug, and test firmware/BIOS/BMC for server Rack.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, other firmware developers, and validation teams to ensure seamless integration of the BMC and Security firmware.
• Continuously enhance and optimize the BMC and Security firmware to improve performance, reliability, and security.
• Investigate and resolve firmware issues by utilizing debugging tools and collaborating with relevant teams.
• Create and maintain comprehensive firmware documentation, including specifications, design documents, and release notes.
• Collaborate with validation teams to develop test plans and conduct thorough firmware testing to ensure robustness, reliability, and security.
• Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality, sharing of knowledge, and ensure adherence to coding standards.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Solid industry experience in embedded firmware development
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proven foundation in C programming.
• Strong methodical problem-solving skills.
• Experience with computer architecture.
• Familiar with source control systems such as Git and Perforce.
• Proficient in scripting languages such as Python and Bash.
• Experience with debug tools such as logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, and JTAG debuggers.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with OpenBMC and general BMC knowledge.
• Security concepts such as Secure Boot, Attestation, Secure Firmware Update, etc.
• I3C, I2C, USB
• Management protocol such as Redfish and PLDM.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent

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