Firmware Developer - OpenBMC Stack

OpenBMC Developer Introduction At IBM Infrastructure & Technology, we design and operate the systems that keep the world running. From high-resiliency mainframes and hybrid cloud platforms to networking, automation, and site reliability. Our teams ensure the performance, security, and scalability that clients and industries depend on every day. Working in Infrastructure & Technology means tackling complex challenges with curiosity and collaboration. You’ll work with diverse technologies and colleagues worldwide to deliver resilient, future-ready solutions that power innovation. With continuous learning, career growth, and a supportive culture, IBM provides the opportunities to build expertise and shape the infrastructure that drives progress. Your role and responsibilities As a Firmware developer you will be responsible for designing and developing components and features independently in IBM India Systems Development Lab. ISDL works on end-to-end design and development across Power, Z and Storage portfolio. You would be a part of WW Firmware development organization and would be involved in designing & developing cutting edge features on the OpenBMC stack for next generation enterprise Power servers. Required education Bachelor's Degree Preferred education Master's Degree Required technical and professional expertise 3+ years of relevant industry experience Proficient in C++ & C Working experience with Yocto Project & expert in Linux concepts Hands on experience working with OpenEmbedded build system, BitBake build tool, Git, Jenkins, & Meson Experience with evaluating CVEs & porting security fixes in open source packages Excellent debugging & problem determination skills Should be a self-starter, team player and flexible to work in an agile fashion collaborating with global teams Preferred technical and professional experience Exposure to OpenBMC project Networking concepts (Socket programming/DHCP/VLAN/SSDP/LLDP/LACP/Linux Firewalls) & experience on Network Switches is desirable Knowledge of any scripting tool (Python/Perl/Bash) Exposure to Server Management protocols (Redfish, PLDM) is an added plus Years of Experience: 2 - 6 ABOUT BUSINESS UNIT IBM Systems helps IT leaders think differently about their infrastructure. 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Job Title Open BMC Developer Job ID 119754 City / Township / Village Bangalore State / Province Karnataka Country India Work arrangement Hybrid Area of work Infrastructure & Technology Employment type Regular Position type Professional Travel required No Travel Company (0063) IBM India Private Limited Shift General (daytime) Is this role a commissionable/sales incentive based position? No Apply now Experience Level Mid Level