Firmware Engineer

Role Overview:

This role blends firmware test development, post‑silicon CPU server validation, and AI‑driven tooling/agent development. The engineer sits within a QA organization but works closely with firmware developers and architects to understand upcoming programs and design effective test strategies.

Work Breakdown :

~40% — Firmware Test Design & Development

• Designing test plans for server CPU firmware
• Creating minimal Python scripts for automation
• Working with architects to understand new features and upcoming programs

~40% — Execution & Troubleshooting

• Running tests (manual + scripted)
• Debugging firmware issues
• Post‑silicon CPU server validation
• Hands-on troubleshooting across multiple layers

~20% — AI Infrastructure & Agentic Tool Development

• Using AI tools to optimize daily workflows.
• Building internal AI agents to support testing and automation.
• Leveraging LLM-backed tools for productivity and validation.

Top Required Skills :

• Post‑silicon CPU server experience.
• CPU architecture knowledge.
• Firmware background.
• Python scripting.
• Automation experience.
• AI experience — using agents, LLMs, or AI tools in workflow.

Top 3 Preferred Skills :

• RAS (Reliability, Availability, Serviceability)
• Virtualization
• LLM‑backed tools / AI agent development

Additional Notes :

• Candidates who have developed firmware features and also have testing experience are highly desirable.
• Team is part of QA but operates closely with development for deeper architectural insight.
• Testing is a mix of manual + scripted, not purely automation.
• Strong preference for candidates who understand how to apply AI to improve engineering workflows.