UEFI BIOS Engineer - Data Center HWE

Summary

We are seeking a curious and self-motivated UEFI BIOS Engineer to join our team and contribute to the development of next-generation industry-standard server platforms. Our work focuses on enhancing the reliability, serviceability and security of Apple datacenter systems. You will have the opportunity to make a significant impact and collaborate with highly skilled engineers committed to engineering excellence.

Description

We are seeking an UEFI BIOS Engineer to join our team and contribute to the development of the next-generation industry-standard server platforms. You will design the UEFI BIOS firmware architecture, collaborate with ODM to develop BIOS, and ensure its robustness against security threats. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact and collaborate with highly skilled teams dedicated to engineering excellence. Your work will be instrumental in delivering features that uphold strong infrastructure reliability, serviceability, and security.

Responsibilities

As a UEFI BIOS Engineer on the DCHWE team, you will:

Design and implement custom features for the UEFI BIOS.
Debug complex firmware issues.
Collaborate with cross-functional partners to bring up the system, validate the platform, and triage issues.

Minimum Qualifications

BS/MS in EE/CE/CS, or equivalent industry experience.
6+ yrs as a UEFI BIOS or Firmware Engineer with UEFI BIOS experience
Strong C/C++ programming skills, including scripting in Bash and Python, are essential.
Gain an understanding of the AMI Aptio V and EDK2 development, as well as industry-standard specifications like ACPI, IPMI, PCIe, SMBIOS, and UEFI.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and often ambiguous environment.
Expertise in server platform interfaces, including PCIe, I2C/I3C, SPI, PMBus, UART, GPIO, PECI/APML, and Ethernet controllers.
Strong debugging and problem-solving skills across HW/FW/SW boundaries, with effective collaboration with vendor and hardware teams.
Understanding the system security features, including secure/verified boot, firmware signing, TPM/ROT, SPDM, vulnerability management, and hardening at scale.
Collaborate with BMC and work on platform enablement. Familiarity with RAS concepts (fault management, telemetry, recovery).
Ability to anticipate, identify, and resolve technical and schedule challenges proactively.

Pay & Benefits — Sunnyvale, California, United States

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $150,400 and $277,600, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits

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Application Deadline

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.