Senior FW Development Engineer

Senior Software Engineer

At the heart of Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) are Oracle hardware systems and our advanced Cloud Software stack. Would you like to make an impact at the leading edge of Cloud infrastructure? Contribute to foundational security for Cloud servers? Solve technical challenges across performance, scale, and security? If yes, join us as a Senior Software Engineer working on Root of Trust (RoT) firmware for OCI servers.

About the Team

OCI's bare metal cloud offering gives customers access to the bare-metal hardware and lower-level components and software stacks for maximum control and performancebut introduces heightened security needs. Our team secures this environment by designing, implementing, and validating the firmware that underpins our chain of trust. We ensure hosts can be securely wiped / attested and provisioned across the infrastructure. We also build companion software to enable secure provisioning and access to key subsystems.

About the Position

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will work on secure firmware and system management technologies for enterprise-grade security products deployed in Oracle Cloud. Collaborate closely with team members and partner teams to develop, improve, and validate our firmware solutions. You'll contribute to design and development at all software stagesfrom concept to releaseand gain exposure to low-level hardware interfaces, firmware, user-facing tooling, and large-scale distributed systems. You will :

• Develop and enhance secure system management firmware and software, leveraging industry standards and custom extensions for Oracle's needs.
• Help ensure secure, scalable, and maintainable code.
• Participate in all phases of product development : rapid prototyping, bring-up, debugging, implementation and testing.

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and test new firmware products and features. Analyze and improve existing code with a focus on scalability and security. Collaborate with developers, hardware engineers, and cross-functional partners to deliver robust, secure designs and implementations. Work with internal users and stakeholders to clarify requirements and deliver solutions.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or relevant industry experience. 5+ years' experience designing, implementing, testing, and maintaining firmware or software in C / C++. Experience in firmware development, debug, validation, and deployment. Knowledge of embedded systems development. Experience with networking and / or security protocols. Scripting experience (Python and / or bash); familiarity with an embedded Linux environment. Familiarity with Agile software development workflows.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or relevant industry experience. Experience with embedded FW design and communications protocols (I2C, SPI, UART). Familiarity with lab debug tools (JTAG, logic analyzers, oscilloscopes). Familiarity with HW schematics, HW manufacturing (PCB fab, assembly, mechanical, etc.) Experience learning and navigating new codebases. General understanding of secure coding and security best practices. Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills. Exposure to Java, REST APIs, or authentication / authorization protocols. Experience in DevOps principles and CICD pipelines

At Oracle, you will play an important role in building innovative, secure infrastructure for the cloudworking with and learning from top engineers in a collaborative, growth-focused environment. Disclaimer : Certain US customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization and occupational health mandates. Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations only US : Hiring Range in USD from : $79,200 to $178,100 per annum. May be eligible for bonus and equity. Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle's differing products, industries and lines of business. Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity. Oracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following : Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion Short term disability and long term disability Life insurance and AD&D Supplemental life insurance (Employee / Spouse / Child) Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match Paid time off : Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation. 11 paid holidays Paid sick leave : 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours. Paid parental leave Adoption assistance Employee Stock Purchase Plan Financial planning and group legal Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance The role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted. Career Level - IC3