Lead~Principal Firmware Engineer for Networking/ Ethernet Switch

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Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced and technically proficient Lead~Principal Firmware Engineer to lead the feasibility study and early-stage development of Ethernet switch products based on the Broadcom platform. This role requires deep expertise in Board Support Package (BSP) and Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) firmware, with a strong ability to evaluate hardware-software integration challenges and propose scalable solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct in-depth feasibility studies for new Ethernet switch products using Broadcom SoCs and SDKs.
• Evaluate and integrate BSP components, including bootloaders, device trees, and low-level drivers.
• Analyze and assess BMC firmware requirements, architecture, and integration strategies.
• Collaborate with hardware, software, and system architects to define product requirements and technical specifications.
• Identify potential risks and propose mitigation strategies during the early design phase.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers during the prototyping and bring-up stages.
• Interface with Broadcom and other third-party vendors to align on platform capabilities and roadmap.
• Document findings, design decisions, and feasibility outcomes in a clear and structured manner.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in embedded firmware development, with at least 3 years in a principal or lead role.
• Proven experience with Broadcom Ethernet switch platforms and SDKs (e.g., Broadcom SDKLT, OpenNSL).
• Hands-on experience with BMC/OpenBMC firmware, including IPMI, Redfish, and OpenBMC or AMI solutions.
• Understanding of BSP development, including U-Boot, Linux kernel, and device tree configuration.
• Proficient in C/C++ and scripting languages (Python, Bash).
• Familiarity with hardware bring-up, schematics, and board-level debugging tools (JTAG, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers).
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.

Desired Traits & Skills

• System-level thinking and ownership mindset
• Excellent cross-functional communication and collaboration skills
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and structured in architecture planning
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, global team environment
• Fluent in English; capable of interfacing with US stakeholders and customers

 

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