Drive architectural vision and strategic direction for backend firmware systems supporting AI accelerators such as MAIA ensuring scalability, performance, and security across SoC platforms. You will be responsible for creating the firmware architecture for key systems and work closely with hardware teams to ensure hardware integrates well with the firmware You will contribute to design of various firmware components, including driver interface, system libraries needed for SoC bring-up, protocol and feature development of low-level hardware. Mentor the engineers in firmware development, debugging, and optimization. Provide technical oversight across multiple subsystems and components. Serve as the primary technical liaison between hardware/software architects, software development teams, validation, and integration groups to align firmware development with overall product goals. Evaluate emerging technologies and industry trends in cloud firmware and AI hardware. Propose and prototype innovative solutions to enhance product capabilities and operational efficiency. Lead complex system-level debugging efforts, conduct root cause analysis, and perform performance tuning across hardware and firmware boundaries. Own the complete firmware development lifecycle—from concept and design through bring-up, validation, manufacturing, and productization. Ensure delivery of high-quality, production-ready code Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field. 14+ years of professional experience in firmware or embedded software development, with a strong focus on multicore systems and scalable architecture. 4+ years of hands-on experience of working with High-Speed Ethernet Controller Firmware/Software. Expertise in Ethernet MAC and Network Transport Layer protocols, traffic management, QoS configuration, and performance optimization etc. Solid understanding of Layer 2/Layer 3 networking protocols, network processors, optical networking technologies, CMIS specifications, and SFF standards including SFP and QSFP modules. Proven track record of leading complex SoC bring-up efforts and delivering production-grade firmware solutions. Expert-level proficiency in C/C++/Rust, with demonstrated experience in designing and optimizing low-level firmware components. Deep understanding of computer architecture, including processors, buses, memory hierarchies, and interconnects. Strong understanding of CPU execution modes, memory coherency, protection mechanisms, interrupt controllers, virtualization, and related architectural concepts. Hands-on experience with secure bootloaders, platform initialization, and board support packages.
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