Firmware Engineer

Role Summary

The SystemSoftware Engineer / PE is a hybrid engineering role responsiblefor system software governance, platform integration, and end-to-endquality, performance, and process excellence.

This role bridges hands-ontechnical execution (BIOS, firmware, OS, drivers) with qualityand engineering functions, ensuring high-quality system software deliveryacross platforms and ODMs.

The engineer workscross-functionally with BIOS, EC, OS, driver teams, hardware,validation, ODMs, and suppliers to drive robust design,efficient development processes, and measurable quality outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

1. System SoftwareEngineering

·        Design, develop,integrate, and debug system software components, including:

§ OS-level components and platform enabling drivers

§ Hardware abstraction and system-level integrations

·        Analyze system-levelissues across hardware, firmware, OS, and drivers, and driveroot-cause resolution.

·        Collaborate with internalteams and ODM partners on design reviews and integration readiness.

·        Support platform bring-up,feature enablement, and sustaining activities across multiple productgenerations.

·        Ensure compliancewith HP system software standards, security requirements, and releasecriteria. 

2. Product Engineering(PE) 

·        Define, optimize, andenforce end-to-end system software development and release processes acrossprojects.

·        Drive processstandardization, documentation, and governance to improvepredictability, efficiency, and quality.

·        Lead process gap analysisand corrective actions for recurring issues (e.g. late defects, rework,integration escapes).

·        Partner with validation,SIT, and ODM teams to ensure clear ownership, entry/exit criteria, andquality gates.

·        Enable scalable executionby translating complex requirements into repeatable workflows andchecklists.

3. Cross-Functional &ODM Collaboration

·        Act as a technicalinterface between HP engineering teams and ODM partners.

·        Lead technicaldiscussions, issue triage, and joint debug sessions across time zones.

·        Provide clear, data-drivencommunication on status, risks, and mitigation plans tostakeholders.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

·        Bachelor’s or Master’sdegree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, ComputerEngineering, or equivalent.

·        Typically 4–8+years of experience in system software, firmware, OS, or platformengineering roles.

 Technical Skills

·   Strong understanding of system softwarearchitecture and platform integration.

o   Hands-on experience withone or more:

§  Windows or Linux OS internals

§  Device drivers or hardware-enabling software

o   Solid debugging skillsacross hardware–firmware–OS boundaries.

o   Knowledge of industryinterfaces and protocols (e.g. PCIe, USB, I2C) is a plus.  

Process & Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset with a process-driven approach.
• Ability to work independently and lead initiatives with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication skills; able to influence across engineering, validation, and ODM teams.
• Comfortable operating in global, cross-site, and cross-functional environments.