NVIDIA Corporation

Senior System Software Engineer Platform - OpenBMC

NVIDIA Corporation$184K — $356K *
Enterprise Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
  • 8+ years of experience in firmware development with hands-on board bring-up expertise.
  • Expertise in BMC Firmware development on X86 or ARM platforms including BIOS communication, thermal/power management, firmware security, etc.
  • Proficiency with device drivers (I2C, SPI, PCIe, etc.) and Linux system programming including uboot and kernel device trees.
  • Experience with OOB/In-band system management and standards such as IPMI, DMTF (PLDM, MCTP, Redfish), PMBus, and NVMe.
  • Strong coding and scripting skills in C/C++, Bash, Python, Go with robust Linux fundamentals.
  • Excellent communication skills, team collaboration, and a self-starter attitude with a commitment to quality work

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement OpenBMC Firmware for GPU server platforms, focusing on Arm architecture.
  • Conduct board bring-up activities with firmware performance analysis and the integration of manageability features.
  • Develop and review code and design documents, including QA test plans, to ensure product requirements are met.
  • Create solutions for error handling, status monitoring, and configuration management across hardware components.
  • Develop performance-optimized active monitoring solutions in line with DMTF standards (MCTP, Redfish, SPDM, and PLDM).
  • Instrument code for maximum test coverage by writing and automating unit tests and maintaining detailed test reports.
  • Collaborate with security and hardware teams to align software with product security goals and hardware design specifications.

Benefits

  • Eligible for equity participation.
  • Access to a comprehensive benefits package.
Full Job Description
What you'll be doing:
  • Design and implement OpenBMC Firmware for GPU Server platforms focus on but not limited to Arm architecture.
  • Hands on work with bringing up of BMC firmware, performance analysis and coding various manageability features for NVIDIA's Server platforms
  • Developing and reviewing code, writing and reviewing design documents, reviewing QA test plan and working closely with all team members to achieve consensus for design and testability as per product requirements.
  • Designing solutions for errors, stats & configuration appropriate to CPU, GPU, DIMM, SSDs, NICs, IB, PSU, BMC, FPGA, CPLD etc. for enterprise readiness of NVIDIA Server platforms.
  • Designing and developing performance optimized active monitoring BMC solutions using DMTF Standards including MCTP, Redfish, SPDM and PLDM specifications
  • Instrumenting code to ensure maximum code coverage, writing and automating unit tests for each implemented module and maintain detailed unit test case reports
  • Providing software quality reports based on static analysis, code coverage, CPU load.
  • Working with security team to ensure developed code is in line with product security goals. Working closely with hardware teams to influence hardware design and review HW architecture & schematics.


What we need to see:
  • A Bachelor of Science Degree (or higher) in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science or equivalent experience.
  • 8+ years of experience.
  • Domain expertise in BMC Firmware development on X86 or ARM Platforms including BMC-BIOS communication, thermal management, power management, firmware update, device monitoring, firmware security, etc.
  • Board Bring-up expertise with hands-on experience in Device drivers like I2C/I3C, SPI, PCIe, SMBus, Mail-box etc. as well as the device trees for uboot and Linux kernel.
  • OOB or In-band System Management experience with exposure to standards IPMI, KCS, DMTF Standards (PLDM, MCTP, Redfish, etc), PMBus, NVMe, etc.
  • Understanding on REST architecture style especially JSON over HTTPs with OAuth
  • Strong programming and scripting skills using C/C++, Bash, Python, Go etc. both for Linux user-space programs and system programs with thorough code reviewing skills. Strong in Linux fundamentals, various Linux distributions and packages, Linux upgrade mechanisms, building and deploying Linux images.
  • You should possess excellent written and oral communication skills, good work ethics, high sense of team-work, love to produce quality work and commitment to finish your tasks every single day. You are a self-starter who loves to find creative solutions to challenging problems


Ways to stand out from the crowd:
  • Contributor to industry standards like Open Compute, OpenBMC, IPMI, DMTF Standards, and open source.
  • Expertise in system software and platform security for x86/ARM based Rack/Blade server systems.


Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 184,000 USD - 287,500 USD for Level 4, and 224,000 USD - 356,500 USD for Level 5.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until July 13, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.

About NVIDIA Corporation

Nvidia, a global leader in graphics, gaming, and AI technology, offers Nvidia careers and internship opportunities for those passionate about driving innovation in the tech industry. you'll find a company committed to growth, teamwork, and leadership in computer science and machine learning domains.

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Nvidia has cemented its reputation as a powerhouse in developing advanced graphics processing units (GPUs) and has significantly contributed to the gaming industry's evolution. Moreover, its foray into AI and machine learning has opened new frontiers in technology, making Nvidia a beacon of innovation and a desirable workplace for ambitious tech professionals.

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For those fascinated by the intricacies of hardware and graphics technology, Nvidia offers positions that sit at the forefront of gaming and computing advancements.

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Nvidia's leadership in AI and machine learning has created numerous vacancies for specialists eager to contribute to groundbreaking projects.

Recruitment in Computer Science

With the constant demand for innovation, Nvidia's recruitment efforts focus on computer science experts capable of pushing the boundaries of what's possible.

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Opening Doors to Future Innovators

Nvidia's internship program is designed to nurture the next generation of technology leaders, offering hands-on experience in a culture that celebrates creativity and teamwork.

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Interns at Nvidia enjoy a plethora of benefits, from competitive stipends to mentorship opportunities, all within an environment that values growth and learning.

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Whether you're an undergraduate, a master's student, or a Ph.D. candidate, Nvidia's internships provide a real-world glimpse into the tech industry, offering valuable experience in various technology fields.

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Many interns have transitioned into full-time positions, marking the start of successful careers at Nvidia. The internship program is more than a stepping stone into the company; it’s an investment in the professional development of interns. The goal is to ensure that interns are well-equipped for future challenges.

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22,473 employees
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Net Income
$4.3 billion
Founded
1993
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$16.6 billion
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