Firmware & BIOS Engineering Manager

OnLogic

  • South Burlington, VT
  • $120,000-180,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
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As a Firmware Engineer Manager at OnLogic, you will lead developing firmware and embedded software for microcontroller (MCU) applications across our custom products, including motherboards and expansion cards. You’ll drive global UEFI BIOS enablement, raise firmware quality standards, and lead the development of next-generation UEFI solutions for industrial computing platforms. This hands-on role spans the full product lifecycle, from concept and development to prototyping, validation, and volume production. You’ll also mentor teams, manage build/release processes, and ensure high-quality, reliable firmware for a variety of platforms.In this role, you’ll be responsible for:
  • Lead firmware development and UEFI BIOS enablement for microcontroller applications in custom products.
  • Raise firmware quality standards and develop next-generation UEFI solutions for industrial platforms.
  • Ensure hands-on involvement throughout the entire product lifecycle.
  • Mentor technical teams and provide system-level expertise, particularly in UEFI-BIOS.
  • Manage remote management capabilities (e.g., vPro, BMC SOCs) and oversee firmware build/release processes.
  • Address cross-platform user experience issues, develop standardized solutions, and produce reusable code assets.
  • Provide technical feedback on product concepts, with an eye on firmware impact and optimization.
  • Lead debugging and optimization efforts, ensuring firmware reliability and performance.
  • Build proof-of-concept solutions, maintaining leadership in firmware innovation and industry standards.
The team you will be joining:Our Engineering team creates our cutting edge industrial computers by finding innovative solutions on a daily basis. The Engineering team's success relies on collaboration, creative thinking and a commitment to being at the forefront of technology. Roles on our Engineering team include, Electrical, Mechanical, Applications and Regulatory.
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Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
  • 10+ years of firmware development experience, with at least 3 years in a people management role, preferably in the industrial PC industry.
  • Strong collaboration skills across engineering disciplines (mechanical, electrical, firmware, testing).
  • Expertise in firmware debugging with JTAG-based debuggers and logic analyzers.
  • Proficiency in C and Assembly software design.
  • Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and software development workflows.
  • Deep understanding of x86 PC and ARM hardware architectures.
  • Familiarity with pre-boot architectures and related technologies (e.g., UEFI, BIOS, PCIe, SATA, USB, ACPI, TPM, SMBIOS, NVRAM).
  • Extensive experience with microcontroller architectures.
  • U.S. work authorization and successful completion of a background check.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Recognized technical thought leadership in UEFI/BIOS firmware standards and cross-platform interoperability (ACPI, USB, PCIe).
  • Hands-on experience developing within and enabling platforms using:
  • TianoCore EDKII, AMI Aptio, or Insyde H2O.
  • Expertise in x86 and ARM-based architectures.
  • Experience with Trusted Computing & Security Technologies, including:
  • TPM, Secure Boot, TXT, and Root of Trust.
  • Knowledge of BMC software stacks.
  • Experience with industrial or embedded computing platforms.
  • Familiarity with firmware security, power management, and performance optimization.
  • Strong leadership skills with a track record of cross-functional collaboration.
  • Experience working with ODMs, IBVs, silicon vendors, and solution integrators.
Who we're looking for:
  • A self-motivated person who can work independently and who takes action without being asked.
  • You work best in a high-energy, fast growing industrial computer environment.
  • You like solving problems and you want to learn more.
  • You have experience with UEFI BIOS enablement of x86 or ARM based systems, ideally for industrial applications.
Who we are:OnLogic employees have the opportunity to shape our future and drive impactful change. We design and manufacture specialized computers and hardware solutions for companies all over the world, helping them to make the seemingly impossible possible. Our computers are designed to work where others fail, and it's our vision to be the first choice in industrial computing. To make that vision a reality, we've built a team of ambitious problem solvers, guided by the company's core values of Open, Fair, Innovative and Independent. We have an open office, open salaries and strive to be fair and transparent in our decision making. We encourage input and feedback from every member of our team and look to improve ourselves and our business every single day.Diversity is an essential element of our core values. Not just respecting, but actively embracing a variety of backgrounds, life experiences, and opinions, helps us foster innovation, enhances our problem-solving capabilities, and promotes learning and engagement among the members of our team. We strongly encourage those with diverse backgrounds to apply.We are committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and harassment-free workplace for all employees. We do not tolerate any form of harassment, discrimination, or bias based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, age, or any other protected characteristic.To learn more about our values, our mission and what it's like to work at OnLogic, visitBenefitsThe salary range for this role is $120,000 to $180,000. We determine final compensation based on discussions with applicants and their experience in similar roles.
  • A competitive Salary based upon your experience and the requirements of the role
  • A comprehensive Benefits package
  • 401k Plan with 3% Employer Contribution
  • An Annual Profit Share Bonus
  • Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave, and Short & Long Term Disability
  • Opportunity to Participate in our Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • A personal development plan created to help you (and us) grow
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