Firmware development engineer

Job Description

IPU (Infrastructure Processing Unit), also known as Smart-NIC, is a PCIe-powered network interface card that enhances traditional NIC capabilities by offloading tasks such as packet processing, traffic shaping, virtual switching, and more from the HOST CPU (Xeon). IPUs represent the future of cloud processing and storage and are already being deployed in the data centers of the largest and most well-known cloud service providers.As an IPU Firmware Developer, you will be responsible for coding microcode features for Xtensa and ARM microprocessors, working in a dynamic and innovative team environment. Your key responsibilities will include:Develops embedded software/firmware within environments that have constrained timing and memory resources, designs and implements reusable code, performs design and code reviews, as well as tests and validates product implementations. Job may require experience in system architecture and modeling, operating systems, device architecture, system integration, algorithm modeling, digital signal processing, and/or hardware design. Works with a variety of storage interface standards. Performs systemlevel design modeling, and systems integration, additionally performing algorithm modeling, benchmarking implementation, and/or digital signal processing.

Qualifications

Qualifications: B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science. 7+ years of hands-on experience in C development and troubleshooting on embedded platforms. Experience with Linux Kernel and Device Driver development on Linux. In-depth understanding of source control, particularly with Git. Familiarity with CI/CD tools. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with a keen sense of customer service.Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of system architecture. Experience with Agile (SCRUM) practices. Experience with Python and/or Bash. Experience with ARM and Xtensa processors and microcontrollers. Familiarity with networking concepts, PCIe, and ARM-based environments.

Inside this Business Group

The Network & Edge Group brings together our network connectivity and edge into a business unit chartered to drive technology end to end product leadership. It's leadership Ethernet, Switch, IPU, Photonics, Network and Edge portfolio is comprised of leadership products critically important to our customers.

Other Locations

IL, Jerusalem

Posting Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Benefits

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock, bonuses, as well as, benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find more information about all of our Amazing Benefits

Working Model

This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.