Distinguished Engineer I - Hardware Engineering (Redfish/BMC/IPMI)
Position Summary
GEICO is seeking an experienced Redfish/BMC/IPMI developer with a strong background in server management, focusing on Redfish API standards, Baseboard Management Controllers (BMC), and Intelligent Platform Management Interface and a passion for building secure, efficient, and resilient technology solutions. You will play a crucial role in guiding and contributing to the development of server management solutions that are robust, scalable, and secure. Your expertise in Redfish, ODIM, BMC, and IPMI standards will be instrumental in ensuring the efficiency and security of our hardware systems and in fostering next-generation advancements in our server technologies.
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Position Description
The Redfish/BMC/IPMI Developer will be involved in the end-to-end development and maintenance of systems management solutions. They will actively contribute to the development, integration, and enhancement of Redfish API standards, BMC firmware functionalities, and IPMI commands and procedures. Our team thrives and succeeds in delivering high-quality technology products and services in a hyper-growth environment where priorities shift quickly. The ideal candidate must have broad and deep technical expertise, forward-thinking innovation, and will collaborate effectively to drive project life cycles and ensure product excellence.
Position Responsibilities
As a Distinguished Engineer I, you will:
- Design and develop sophisticated server management solutions using Redfish API standards
- Enhance and maintain BMC firmware, ensuring optimal hardware-software integration
- Implement, optimize, and troubleshoot IPMI-related procedures
- Collaborate with various teams to customize Redfish standards for specific product needs.
- Work closely with hardware teams in developing and enhancing BMC firmware functionality
- Lead the diagnostic processes, troubleshooting, and issue resolution related to systems management
- Uphold stringent security protocols across all systems management solutions
- Develop comprehensive automated testing procedures to validate functionality
- Produce detailed technical documentation and provide training for relevant stakeholders
- Participate in comprehensive system design reviews and API specifications evaluations
- Implement and improve IPMI commands and procedures to ensure seamless integration and communication between software and hardware
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define new capabilities based on Redfish standards tailored to our products
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to systems management, including diagnostics with BMC and remote management applications
- Stay updated with the latest advancements in Redfish standards, BMC functionalities, and IPMI enhancements
- Accountable for the quality, usability, and performance of the solutions
- Focus on multiple areas and provide leadership to the engineering teams
- Own complete solution across its entire life cycle
- Utilize programming languages like Python, C# or other object-oriented languages, SQL, and NoSQL databases, Container Orchestration services including Docker and Kubernetes, and a variety of Azure tools and services
- Mentor more junior team members professionally to help them realize their full potential
- Consistently share best practices and improve processes within and across teams
- Hands-on experience with BMC firmware development, including knowledge of underlying hardware and software interactions
- Proficiency in IPMI tool suite, with demonstrated knowledge of command sets, KVM, SOL, and remote connectivity methods
- Proficient with BMC functionalities and out of band management interfaces/protocols such as PECI, Redfish, and IPMI
- Demonstrated ability in firmware development or system-level software development
- Hands-on experience with implementing solutions around OpenBMC, AGESA, ODIM
- Experience with C/C++ development, bash/python/GO for scripting, and debugging skills in embedded Linux operating environments
- Deep knowledge of Server Systems including SBIOS, Network, power, rack layouts, cabling, and experience with Compute, Storage and GPU servers
- Good understanding of CPU architecture, DDR4, UPI, PCIe, NVMe, ACPI, RAS, Power Management, TPM/TXT, and EDKII, and Secure boot
- Familiar with UEFI driver development and various UEFI protocols is a plus
- Advanced knowledge of OS internals and how BIOS/UEFI interacts with OS
- Familiarity with standard cryptographic practices and secure coding standards
- In-depth knowledge of data structures and algorithms
- Knowledge of developer tooling across the software development life cycle (task management, source code, building, deployment, operations, real-time communication)
- Strong problem-solving ability
- Ability to excel in a fast-paced, startup-like environment
- 6+ years of hands-on experience in systems/server management specifically focusing on Redfish, BMC, and IPMI standards
- 6+ years of experience in a collaborative development environment, utilizing modern software development methodologies
- 6+ years coding experience in one of the following languages: C/C++ development, Bash, Python or GO
- 6+ years of experience in developing and maintaining large scale, high-availability systems
- 4+ years of experience with automated testing, documentation, and troubleshooting in a hardware/software integration context
- 4+ years of experience working with security protocols and products: Understanding of Active Directory, Windows Authentication, SAML, OAuth
- Active contributor to industry standards like Open Compute (OCP), IPMI, DMTF Standards, and open source is highly desirable
- Proven record in delivering BMC or equivalent manageability stack for enterprise servers
- 10+ years of professional software development experience
- 8+ years of experience with systems architecture and design
- 6+ years of experience in open-source frameworks
- 4+ years of experience working with AWS, GCP, Azure, or another cloud service
- 3+ years of technical leadership experience
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent education or work experience
$115,000.00 - $261,500.00
The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate's work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.
At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
Benefits:
As an Associate, you'll enjoy our Total Rewards Program * to help secure your financial future and preserve your health and well-being, including:
- Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting period
- Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave
- 401(k) Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Training and Licensures
Coverage begins on the date of hire. Must enroll in New Hire Benefits within 30 days of the date of hire for coverage to take effect.
The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.
GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.