This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Lead Systems Design Engineer based in the United States.
We are looking for an experienced Lead Systems Design Engineer to drive the development and implementation of firmware for next-generation data center GPU products.
In this role, you will lead complex system-level engineering initiatives, working across firmware, software, hardware, architecture, and customer engineering teams.
You will oversee the design, development, debugging, verification, and validation of platform firmware solutions.
Your work will contribute to advanced server management capabilities, secure platform architectures, and customer-focused features.
You will also collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to translate technical requirements into reliable, high-quality solutions.
This is an opportunity to combine deep technical expertise with engineering leadership in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Accountabilities
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Lead the design, development, debugging, verification, and validation of firmware, software, and hardware components.
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Provide technical guidance and consultation to internal and external customers regarding platform features and programming requirements.
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Collaborate with tools and validation teams to develop and implement real or emulated customer system environments.
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Define system-level and platform-level validation strategies, including comprehensive test plans.
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Lead cross-functional debugging efforts to identify, investigate, and resolve complex system issues.
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Drive the design and implementation of end-to-end Out-of-Band (OOB) management solutions involving management controllers, FPGAs, and microcontrollers.
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Support the development and integration of Redfish-based management capabilities.
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Design and implement secure platform solutions aligned with Open Compute Project (OCP) standards and customer requirements.
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Work closely with firmware engineers, developers, architects, and customer engineering teams to ensure successful product development and delivery.
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Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
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Proven professional experience developing firmware, software, or device drivers in an industry environment.
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Strong foundation in C programming and familiarity with C++ and Python.
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Experience with OpenBMC and/or System Management Controller (SMC) technologies is preferred.
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Knowledge of Out-of-Band server management technologies, including BMC, Redfish, I2C, I3C, and USB.
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Solid understanding of server systems, computer architecture, Linux and Windows operating systems, and hypervisors.
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Experience with scripting and system-level development environments.
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Hands-on laboratory experience using diagnostic equipment such as protocol analyzers and oscilloscopes.
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Familiarity with source control tools such as Git or Perforce.
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Strong debugging, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.
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Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
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Demonstrated ability to lead technical initiatives and collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
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Self-motivation, adaptability, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced engineering environment.
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Access to a comprehensive employee benefits package.
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Additional healthcare and wellness benefits.
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Career development opportunities within a technology-driven environment.
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Opportunities to contribute to innovative engineering projects and advanced computing technologies.
As a Lead Systems Design Engineer, you will drive firmware engineering activities and coordinate multidisciplinary teams to deliver robust platform-level solutions. Your main responsibilities will include:
Requirements
The ideal candidate combines strong firmware engineering expertise with system-level problem-solving abilities, technical leadership, and excellent communication skills. The following qualifications are expected: