Principal Firmware Engineer
Oracle
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About the Role: Principal Firmware Engineer at Oracle
Our GPU Platform Software team at Oracle delivers advanced service-processor embedded firmware to manage GPU-based cloud servers. We’re seeking a self-motivated Principal Firmware Engineer with well-rounded technical skills to join a fast-paced development team. We work on cutting-edge GPU, x86 and service-processor hardware and software, partnering closely within OHD (OCI Hardware Development) and across Oracle Cloud Infrastructure teams.
This role develops and triages Oracle OpenBMC and ILOM firmware on Oracle NVIDIA GPU platforms. You will collaborate with GPU and component vendors and with Oracle experts in operating systems, electrical design/validation, diagnostics, and quality engineering. Our engineers engage in every stage—from server design, prototyping, development, and debugging through manufacturing and customer support. As a Principal Firmware Engineer, you will lead and design advanced server management solutions and frameworks for the latest GPU-based servers and continuously improve the servers’ RAS capabilities.
Responsibilities
- Play an active role in defining and evolving standard practices and procedures within the software engineering division.
- Define and develop software for tasks related to designing, developing, and debugging embedded software or operating systems.
Desired Knowledge and Skills
- Strong proficiency in C and Python.
- Solid understanding of OS kernel internals.
- 6-10 years of software/firmware development experience.
- Ability to debug using hardware debuggers, software debuggers, consoles, and system-level software simulators.
- Ability to adapt to a changing environment.
- Strong communication skills.
- Must be a team player and self-starter.
Preferred Knowledge and Skills
- Demonstrated critical and creative thinking.
- Ability to multitask across multiple projects.
- Experience with ARM and X86 architectures and UEFI.
- Experience working with cross-functional, geographically distributed teams.
- Development experience on Linux and Windows.
- Hands-on experience with PCIe, SPI, I2C/I3C, IPMI, USB, UART, Ethernet controllers, and MCTP.
- OOB or in-band system management experience with exposure to IPMI, KCS, and DMTF standards (PLDM, MCTP, Redfish, PMBus, NVMe, etc.).
- Hands-on firmware development on ARM or X86 platforms, including thermal and power management, firmware update, device monitoring, and firmware security.
- Strong understanding of REST architecture, especially JSON over HTTPS with OAuth.
Key Skills/Competency
- Firmware Development
- Embedded Software
- C Programming
- Python Programming
- OS Kernel Internals
- Hardware Debugging
- GPU Platforms
- ARM Architecture
- X86 Architecture
- System Management (IPMI, Redfish)
How to Get Hired at Oracle
- Research Oracle's culture: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor.
- Tailor your resume: Customize your resume and cover letter to highlight firmware engineering skills and Oracle's specific technical requirements.
- Showcase embedded expertise: Emphasize projects and experiences with GPU platforms, BMC, ILOM, and various hardware interfaces.
- Prepare for technical deep-dives: Expect rigorous interviews on C, Python, OS kernels, debugging, and system management protocols.
- Demonstrate collaborative spirit: Highlight experience working with cross-functional and geographically distributed engineering teams effectively.
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