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Title: Senior BIOS Firmware Engineer - Hybrid
Mandatory skills:
UEFI, UEFI BIOS,
C programming,
BIOS, OS silicon initialization, EDKII, X86, RISC-V firmware,
PCI Express subsystems, Enterprise systems, NUMA domain,
Universal Backplane Management, Compute Express Link, hot-plug,
BIOS code base, AMI, Insyde, Phoenix BIOS, BIOS firmware,
memory interleaving, system memory maps, SoC, Simulation, Emulation,
CPU, JTAG, source code debuggers, DRAM technologies, DDR4, DDR5,
hardware interface, software interface, source control systems, git, github,
firmware, firmware support, firmware components, firmware lifecycle,
firmware development cycle, integration, verification, validation, board, processor, ASIC,
JEDEC, SPD Data, I2C/I3C, DDR4/5, LPDDR4/4x/5/5x UDIMM, RDIMM, LRDIMM, 3DS, ECC, Mode Registers, Self-Refresh,
computer architecture, embedded systems, IP, subsystem, system level, silicon initialization code,
SOC hardware, SOC power management, Enterprise SoC, internal graphics, IO virtualization, Desktop, Mobile
Description:
THE ROLE:
The client is looking for a software/firmware developer to join the team and help develop pre-OS BIOS firmware and silicon initialization code. As part of the role, the BIOS engineer will work closely with other firmware developers and architects in designing and implementing X86 and/or RISC-V firmware that spans pre- and post-silicon for all client business units.
THE PERSON:
Passionate about firmware development on bare-metal or close to bare-metal environment. Need strong problem-solving skills, with a collaborative can-do attitude. Strong knowledge of computer architecture and low-level programming in C
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Developing, porting, debugging, and documenting core firmware support for configuration and enablement of various features, including PCI Express and related functionality, DRAM technologies (DDR4, DDR5), internal graphics, IO virtualization, SOC power management, etc., on client Desktop, Mobile, and Enterprise SoCs
Supporting emulation/simulation teams during pre-silicon phase to validate SOC hardware and firmware components.
Working closely with hardware validation teams to verify and optimize performance of IP subsystems.
Developing custom firmware features for internal and external customers.
Engage with technical leads to understand firmware scope and work on implementation to meet schedules and milestones.
Work with internal and external teams to ensure highest level of quality and satisfaction throughout firmware lifecycle.
Must be well-organized, technically oriented, and a self-starter with a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and coordinate activities with geographically distributed technical teams.
Desire to work and succeed on fast-paced and highly dynamic environments
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor s (required) or Master s degree (preferred) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent with at least 5-10 years of experience
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
Development and support of multi-root PCI Express subsystems for Enterprise systems, including extensions such as Universal Backplane Management, Compute Express Link, hot-plug, etc.
Strong background in computer architecture with familiarity in memory interleaving, system memory maps and NUMA domain concepts
In-depth UEFI BIOS development experience with familiarity on at least one BIOS code base (AMI, Insyde or Phoenix BIOS)
Familiarity with memory industry standards and technologies such as JEDEC, SPD Data, I2C/I3C, DDR4/5, LPDDR4/4x/5/5x UDIMM, RDIMM, LRDIMM, 3DS, ECC, Mode Registers, Self-Refresh, etc.
Good understanding of firmware development cycle, integration, and verification/validation for pre-si and post-si for SoC designs.
Expertise in low-level C programming & debugging for embedded systems.
Ability to methodically root-cause complex failure mechanisms at the IP, subsystem and/or system level.
Prior experience and/or exposure to testing platforms (Simulation and/or Emulation)
Prior involvement in board, processor, or ASIC bring-up.
Experience in hardware/software interfaces and debugging sophisticated issues in CPU and firmware using JTAG, source code debuggers and other tools.
Experience with source control systems including git/github
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
Top skills:
UEFI background
C programming
BIOS/pre-OS silicon initialization
EDKII
VIVA USA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a professional working environment that is free from discrimination and unlawful harassment. The Management, contractors, and staff of VIVA USA shall respect others without regard to race, sex, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical, mental or sensory disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or status as a Vietnam-era, recently separated veteran, Active war time or campaign badge veteran, Armed forces service medal veteran, or disabled veteran. Please contact us at for any complaints, comments and suggestions.
Contact Details :
VIVA USA INC.
3601 Algonquin Road, Suite 425
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008