We are looking for a versatile Software Engineer to join our DPU Platform team. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact in a technology-driven company that powers the world’s most advanced data centers. You will use your expertise in low-level embedded Linux software and boot flows to work with global development teams, solving the complex challenges involved in delivering high-power computing platforms.
What you'll be doing:
Designing and developing low-level system software with a primary focus on bootloaders (ATF, UEFI), firmware, and hardware initialization
Working together with hardware and design teams to drive SoC bring-up and platform enablement
Solving complex challenges related to boot sequences, system optimization, and hardware resource management
Supporting various internal and customer DPU projects alongside our global teams
Taking part in all stages of the product lifecycle, with a focus on high software quality and stability
Collaborating within a global software environment to have a broad impact across the company
What we need to see:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent practical experience
3+ years of experience in embedded Linux software development (C is a must, C++ advantage)
Understanding of the low-level software stack and hardware-software interaction.
Experience in Device drivers like I2C/I3C, SPI, PCIe, SMBus, Mail-box etc.
Solid engineering skills in design, technical investigation, and Agile processes
Ways to stand out from the crowd:
Hands-on experience with ARMv8, ATF (ARM Trusted Firmware), and UEFI standards
Experience with Bootloader development and board support packages (BSP)
Knowledge of processor architecture, including CPU, cache coherency, and hardware accelerators
Background in developing secure boot flows or trusted computing environments
Experience with hardware debuggers (JTAG) and low-level board analysis
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent practical experience
- 3+ years of experience in embedded Linux software development
- Experience with device drivers like I2C/I3C, SPI, PCIe, SMBus, Mail-box
- Solid engineering skills in design, technical investigation, and Agile processes
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