Embedded Software Engineer (m/w/x)

Introduction

Welcome to IBM Research & Development in Böblingen - one of IBM's leading European development centers. At IBM, we shape the future of the IBM Z server family, a key technology for financial services, cloud infrastructure, and AI applications worldwide.

Our firmware forms the backbone of system initialization and operation for highly available mainframes. Working in an international team with locations in Germany, US and India, we develop innovative solutions that meet the highest standards of Reliability, Availability, and Serviceability (RAS).

We leverage embedded controllers, Linux device drivers, and low-level services to orchestrate, control and monitor the system. Our development stack includes Linux kernel and application development with C/C++, Python, and Bash, supported by agile methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, and GitHub.

Beyond the technology, we offer a collaborative and friendly team environment, flat hierarchies, and a culture of open communication. You'll benefit from thorough onboarding, the flexibility of home office options, and the opportunity to explore diverse and exciting topics-even across team boundaries.

Join us to build the world's most secure and reliable systems. Apply now and shape the future!

Your role and responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain firmware components for IBM Z systems
• Collaborate with global teams to integrate firmware and hardware
• Work with agile development processes
• Utilize modern tooling, build systems, CI/CD pipelines, and GitHub
• Communicate effectively with international stakeholders

We offer opportunities in the following areas:

• Application development in C/C++, Python, Bash and more
• Linux kernel development with Yocto framework and Linux device drivers
• Network infrastructure and programming

Required education

Bachelor's Degree

Preferred education

Master's Degree

Required technical and professional expertise

• Strong interest in embedded programming

• Experience with CI/CD, GitHub, and agile methodologies
• Excellent communication skills in a global team environment

Preferred technical and professional experience

• Experience in firmware development for complex systems
• Familiarity with of IO protocols such as PCIe, I2C, and SPI
• Basic understanding of hardware bring-up processes
• Knowledge of Ethernet network protocols and communication
• Solid understanding of Linux systems and environments

ABOUT BUSINESS UNIT

IBM Systems helps IT leaders think differently about their infrastructure. IBM servers and storage are no longer inanimate - they can understand, reason, and learn so our clients can innovate while avoiding IT issues. Our systems power the world's most important industries and our clients are the architects of the future. Join us to help build our leading-edge technology portfolio designed for cognitive business and optimized for cloud computing.

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IBM is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualifiedapplicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexualorientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability,neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is alsocommitted to compliance with all fair employment practices regardingcitizenship and immigration status.

OTHER RELEVANT JOB DETAILS

For additional information about location requirements, please discuss with the recruiter following submission of your application.

Client-provided location(s): Böblingen, Germany

Job ID: IBM-51826

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-08-27T18:57:09