Jabil

Lead BMC Engineer

Reposted 22 Days Ago

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Austin, TX, USA

In-Office

Senior level

Hardware

The Role

Lead BMC firmware development, integration, and optimization across server platforms. Define technical approach, drive bring-up and debug, ensure firmware quality and release readiness, collaborate cross-functionally, mentor junior engineers, and improve development practices and automation.

Summary Generated by Built In

At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.

JOB SUMMARY

The BMC Developer is responsible for leading BMC firmware development, integration, and optimization across complex server and platform products. This role provides technical ownership for management firmware features, drives issue closure, and ensures platform manageability, stability, and release readiness.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead development and integration of BMC firmware capabilities across one or more product programs, including management interfaces, monitoring, logging, and control features.
Define technical approach, design tradeoffs, and implementation strategy for BMC firmware in alignment with platform and customer requirements.
Drive bring-up, debug, and closure of complex BMC and system management issues across hardware and firmware boundaries.
Own firmware quality and readiness through regression planning, defect closure discipline, and support for release decisions.
Collaborate with BIOS, Electrical, Systems, Validation, and other cross-functional teams to ensure robust platform integration and manageability.
Support customer and leadership reviews by clearly communicating firmware status, critical issues, risks, and action plans.
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to BMC development methods, standards, automation, and best practice improvements.
Promote code quality, technical reuse, and continuous improvement within the firmware organization.

JOB QUALIFICATIONSEducation & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field; Master’s degree preferred.
5–10 years of relevant experience in BMC firmware, embedded software, or platform management development.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong expertise in embedded firmware development, Linux-based environments, and hardware/software integration debugging.
Knowledge of system management protocols such as IPMI, Redfish, or similar frameworks is required.
Experience working on server, storage, networking, or complex compute platforms is required.
Demonstrated ability to lead technical execution, solve complex platform issues, and mentor other engineers.
Strong communication skills and ability to align stakeholders around technical decisions and priorities.

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Skills Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field
Master's degree in a related field
5-10 years experience in BMC firmware, embedded software, or platform management development
Strong expertise in embedded firmware development and Linux-based environments
Knowledge of system management protocols such as IPMI or Redfish
Experience working on server, storage, networking, or complex compute platforms
Hardware/software integration debugging and issue closure across boundaries
Demonstrated ability to lead technical execution, mentor engineers, and communicate status and risks

Jabil Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive, with medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, and HRA/HSA plan options appearing consistently across role materials. Wellbeing support is also included via EAP access and additional wellbeing-oriented time such as mental-health days in some U.S. postings.
Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) with company match and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, which together strengthen long-term savings potential. Additional financial upside is supported in some roles through profit sharing and performance/quarterly bonus structures.
Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and lifestyle add-ons extend beyond core insurance, including tuition reimbursement, commuter benefits, pet insurance, adoption assistance, and employee assistance resources. Community-oriented benefits such as a paid Day of Service can add perceived non-cash value alongside standard rewards.