OpenBMC Software Engineer - Datacenter Solutions

Job Description : OpenBMC Software Engineer

Experience Level : 3 - 7 Years

Employment Type : Full-time

About the Role :

We are looking for a highly motivated and technically strong OpenBMC Software Engineer to join our cutting-edge data center solutions team. The ideal candidate will bring in-depth expertise in OpenBMC development, industry-standard data model protocols, and Linux system programming. This role demands a combination of strong hands-on technical skills, customer-facing collaboration, and the ability to guide and mentor team members while ensuring high-quality delivery.

Key Responsibilities :

OpenBMC Development & Protocols :

- Strong hands-on experience with MCTP, PLDM/PSDM, CXL, Redfish, and RAS API for

communication between BMC services.

- Ensure compliance with evolving industry standards and specifications.

Industry Engagement :

- Attend and stay current with Open Compute Project (OCP) Global Summits and actively follow workgroups.

- Translate industry insights into product development strategies and solutions.

System-Level Expertise :

- Experience in Linux device driver development is highly desirable.

- Ability to control, monitor, and retrieve data from data center servers through BMC.

Debugging & Problem Solving :

- Perform end-to-end debugging across the BMC software and hardware workflow.

- Diagnose complex issues and deliver efficient solutions in high-availability environments.

Customer Interaction & Delivery :

- Interface with customers for requirement gathering, analysis, and effort estimation.

- Define project timelines, identify risks and dependencies, and proactively mitigate challenges.

- Deliver solutions that align with customer expectations and business goals.

Technical Leadership :

- Contribute as an individual developer while also mentoring and guiding the team.

- Ensure technical excellence and drive the team in the right direction.

Required Skills & Qualifications :

- Strong understanding of data-model protocols : MCTP, PLDM/PSDM, CXL, Redfish, RAS API.

- Expert-level knowledge of OpenBMC software architecture (application, kernel, hardware).

- Strong debugging skills across software, hardware, and firmware layers.

- Solid experience with Linux system programming; device driver experience is a plus.

- Excellent communication and analytical skills for customer interaction and requirement analysis.

- Ability to lead technically while contributing individually.

Good to Have :

- Prior involvement in Open Compute Project (OCP) initiatives or communities.

- Experience with large-scale data center environments.

- Contributions to open-source communities related to BMC or Linux kernel.