Server Firmware Architect

oncept and RFQ/RFI phases. The ideal candidate will possess deep hands-on experience with OpenBMC design and architecture. Experience in BIOS/UEFI is a strong plus. You will collaborate closely with the Taiwan-based Architecture team and US counterparts (e.g., CTO, BU, Marketing) to define firmware architecture strategies and requirements aligned with server platform goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the definition of firmware architecture based on OpenBMC for next-generation server platforms.

• Define firmware feature sets, interfaces, platform integration points, and lifecycle management strategies.

• Coordinate with EE/System/Power/BIOS/ME architects to ensure cohesive platform-level firmware design.

• Evaluate technical feasibility and propose architecture trade-offs based on customer use cases and business goals.

• Support RFQ and RFI activities by preparing BMC-related architecture proposals, block diagrams, firmware feature matrices, and resource estimations.

• Translate customer feature lists and use cases into scalable OpenBMC architecture plans and customization scopes.

• Identify reuse opportunities across server platforms to reduce time-to-market and development cost.

• Stay current on OpenBMC ecosystem developments, industry standards (e.g., PLDM, Redfish), and community adoption trends.

• Work closely with silicon vendors (e.g., ASPEED, Nuvoton) and ODM partners on architecture planning and platform enablement.

• Assess BIOS interactions and propose harmonized architecture plans if BIOS responsibilities overlap (bonus qualification).

• Define the structure and ownership model of firmware components (e.g., host interface, sensors, fan control, SEL, IPMI/Redfish services).

• Plan system-level boot and power-on flows and their dependency on platform HW/FW readiness.

• Define early bring-up strategy and support feasibility studies during concept evaluation.

• Create and maintain firmware architecture decks, interface definitions, and OpenBMC feature maps.

• Participate in system-level design reviews and align FW architecture with platform strategy.

• Capture lessons learned and drive improvement in front-end architecture activities.

Technical Skills

• Hands-on experience in OpenBMC architecture and implementation

• Familiar with IPMI, Redfish, PLDM, and related firmware management protocols

• Understanding of hardware interface design (GPIO, I2C, SPI, LPC, USB, UART) and firmware control logic

• Familiarity with BIOS/UEFI architecture and system initialization flows is a strong plus

• Proficient in C, Yocto, and Linux embedded environments

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

Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field (Master's preferred)

• 10+ years of experience in server firmware design, with at least 5 years in OpenBMC development or architecture

• BIOS/UEFI experience is a significant advantage

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