Firmware Developer

IntroductionPower Virtualization Development is hiring a computer engineer / software engineer / computer scientist in PowerVM Power Hypervisor (PHYP) development at IBM in Rochester, MN. We create the infrastructure for IBM Power systems by developing leading-edge technologies in hardware enablement, virtualization, security, management console, kernel development, and networking. Candidates should have team-based software development experience including C++, Object Oriented, embedded systems, scripting languages, and testing techniques. Candidates should be self-starters, demonstrated communicators, able to work in a strong collaborative manner with a group of peers, be adaptable, and demonstrate initiative and innovation. This role develops new and maintains existing firmware / software for the Power Hypervisor on the next generation of IBM Power systems.You will be working with a world-class, global Power Hypervisor Firmware Development team. The team interfaces with hardware development groups (chips, cards, boards), other firmware components, and operating systems teams to deliver a fully integrated solution for Power clients. This firmware drives systems spanning desktop servers up to world-class enterprise servers. We develop leading-edge technologies in hardware enablement, virtualization, and security. As a firmware developer, your role will be in agile firmware design, development, test, and customer support. This work encompasses several key firmware deliverables which form the abstraction layer between multiple operating systems on a server and the hardware on which it runs - including the next generation of POWER Systems.Your Role and ResponsibilitiesWork with your team leader and team members to develop hypervisor firmware on IBM Power Systems.Participate in design, implementation, integration, and verification of virtualization functions.Execute unit test plans and functional tests to verify high quality code deliverables.Perform code reviews with other members of the team.Provide code support, debug activities, and fix deliveries, supporting both internal and external customers.Required Technical and Professional ExpertiseA minimum of 2 years of experience in software development.Demonstrated experience in C/C++ programming.Demonstrated experience in object-oriented programming.Demonstrated communication skills, both written and verbal.Preferred Technical and Professional ExpertiseFirmware experience.Virtualization knowledge.PCI knowledge.BMC knowledge.About Business UnitIBM Systems helps IT leaders think differently about their infrastructure. IBM servers and storage are no longer inanimate - they can understand, reason, and learn so our clients can innovate while avoiding IT issues. Our systems power the world's most important industries and our clients are the architects of the future. Join us to help build our leading-edge technology portfolio designed for cognitive business and optimized for cloud computing.Your Life @ IBMIn a world where technology never stands still, we understand that dedication to our clients' success, innovation that matters, and trust and personal responsibility in all our relationships, lives in what we do as IBMers as we strive to be the catalyst that makes the world work better.Being an IBMer means you'll be able to learn and develop yourself and your career, you'll be encouraged to be courageous and experiment every day, all whilst having continuous trust and support in an environment where everyone can thrive whatever their personal or professional background.Our IBMers are growth-minded, always staying curious, open to feedback and learning new information and skills to constantly transform themselves and our company. They are trusted to provide ongoing feedback to help other IBMers grow, as well as collaborate with colleagues keeping in mind a team-focused approach to include different perspectives to drive exceptional outcomes for our customers. The courage our IBMers have to make critical decisions every day is essential to IBM becoming the catalyst for progress, always embracing challenges with resources they have to hand, a can-do attitude and always striving for an outcome-focused approach within everything that they do.Are you ready to be an IBMer?About IBMIBM's greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that through the application of intelligence, reason and science, we can improve business, society and the human condition, bringing the power of an open hybrid cloud and AI strategy to life for our clients and partners around the world.Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are not only one of the largest corporate organizations in the world, we're also one of the biggest technology and consulting employers, with many of the Fortune 50 companies relying on the IBM Cloud to run their business.At IBM, we pride ourselves on being an early adopter of artificial intelligence, quantum computing and blockchain. Now it's time for you to join us on our journey to being a responsible technology innovator and a force for good in the world.Location StatementIBM offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program. Eligible employees may have access to:Healthcare benefits including medical & prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, and mental health & well-being.Financial programs such as 401(k), cash balance pension plan, the IBM Employee Stock Purchase Plan, financial counseling, life insurance, short & long-term disability coverage, and opportunities for performance-based salary incentive programs.Generous paid time off including 12 holidays, minimum 56 hours sick time, 120 hours vacation, 12 weeks parental bonding leave in accordance with IBM Policy, and other Paid Care Leave programs. IBM also offers paid family leave benefits to eligible employees where required by applicable law.Training and educational resources on our personalized, AI-driven learning platform where IBMers can grow skills and obtain industry-recognized certifications to achieve their career goals.Diverse and inclusive employee resource groups, giving & volunteer opportunities, and discounts on retail products, services & experiences.The compensation range and benefits for this position are based on a full-time schedule for a full calendar year. The salary will vary depending on your job-related skills, experience and location. Pay increment and frequency of pay will be in accordance with employment classification and applicable laws. For part-time roles, your compensation and benefits will be adjusted to reflect your hours. Benefits may be pro-rated for those who start working during the calendar year.This position was posted on the date cited in the key job details section and is anticipated to remain posted for 21 days from this date or less if not needed to fill the role.We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.Being You @ IBMIBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

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