Sr. Firmware Engineer

Job Req ID: 29730

About Supermicro:

Supermicro® is a Top Tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/ Big Data, Hyperscale, HPC and IoT/Embedded customers worldwide. We are the #5 fastest growing company among the Silicon Valley Top 50 technology firms. Our unprecedented global expansion has provided us with the opportunity to offer a large number of new positions to the technology community. We seek talented, passionate, and committed engineers, technologists, and business leaders to join us.
 

Job Summary:

Super Micro Computer, Inc. is seeking talented Sr. Firmware Engineer will be responsible for developing world class firmware to fully maximize the strong hardware architecture of in-house servers, switch. We are looking for talented individuals who enjoy creating firmware for networking products, prototyping concepts, and investigating in new technologies. In this position, the candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design robust networking products.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Design, develop, and maintain software or firmware for Ethernet switch platforms.
2. Implement and enhance Layer 2/Layer 3 networking features and protocols.
3. Collaborate with hardware, ASIC, and system software teams on platform bring-up, integration, and feature development.
4. Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve networking, performance, and interoperability issues.
5. Support product validation, testing, and customer issue resolution throughout the product lifecycle.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
2. Proficiency in C/C++ programming and Linux software development.
3. Strong knowledge of Ethernet switching, TCP/IP, and Layer 2/Layer 3 networking protocols.
4. Experience with network switch software/firmware development and debugging tools (e.g., Wireshark, tcpdump).
5. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to work in a cross-functional team.