Software/Firmware Engineers

DescriptionAmpere’s extraordinary teams and cutting-edge engineering capability are delivering products that are the foundation for what's to come in cloud computing.  Join our Software/Firmware Engineering team, focused on high performance scalable Cloud Native Processors.  As a part of our team, you will have the opportunity to make an impact on our market leading products through Software or Firmware design and development from pre-silicon, first silicon bring-up to product release.  Leverage your design and C coding skills and make meaningful contributions in key areas including:  System Control, DDR, UEFI, PCIe, Linux Kernel, Power Management, and Arm Trusted Firmware technologies.  We are actively recruiting talented engineers for Software and Firmware roles based in Santa Clara, Portland, and Raleigh.  Opportunities span multiple grade levels.  Ampere offers a hybrid work environment.   What you’ll do: • Design, develop, integrate, and test Software or Firmware for Ampere ARM based server SoCs. • Bring up firmware or software on early pre-silicon platforms. • Work directly with Hardware and Architecture teams for both design and issue resolution. • Develop specifications and design documents as needed. • You will be working with customers to define and develop future technologies. Help set direction on how Firmware is defined for Cloud Native. • Work with both proprietary and Open Firmware Solutions (such as EDK2 and OpenBMC).  What you’ll bring: • Bachelors degree & 5 years of related experience; or Master's degree & 3 years of relevant industry experience. • Strong C programming skills and experience. • Expertise and past development experience in one or more of the following key areas: System Control, DDR, UEFI, PCIe, Linux Kernel, Power Management or Arm Trusted Firmware technologies. • Experience with embedded firmware development. • Experience working at the hardware/software interface: reading and writing registers, comfortable with translating hardware specifications into functional firmware . • Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written. Other Desired Qualifications: • Debugging hardware and firmware using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, protocol analyzers, or system control devices (T32). • Knowledge of server hardware interfaces (SPI, I2C, DDR, PCIe). • Knowledge of software development process methodology. • Experience with git and CI/CD. Education • Bachelor’s degree or foreign degree equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or a related technical field of study.  Perks in Santa Clara Office has panoramic views of Silicon Valley Garage parking, including charging stations and bike parking Gym and café on campus Healthy snacks, espresso, and drinks Standing desks Game room, including ping-pong Unlimited Flextime and 10+ paid holidaysPerks in Portland Walking distance of breweries, landscaped parks, art galleries, restaurants and shops Garage parkingOn-site bike parking and repair station Gym Roof top terrace with Willamette River views Healthy snacks, espresso and drinks Standing /Ergo friendly desk set up Game room Unlimited Flextime and 10+ paid holidaysBenefits & Pay Ampere offers a competitive total rewards package that includes base pay, bonus, stock, and comprehensive benefits. The full base pay range for this role is between $113,300 and $188,800, except in the San Francisco Bay Area where the range is between $124,900 and $208,100. We also offer an annual bonus program tied to internal company goals and annual meritocratic stock awards that enable our employees to participate in the success of the company. Our benefits include health, wellness, and financial programs that support employees through every stage of life, with full benefits eligibility at 20 hours per week. Beyond compensation and benefits, our passionate teams thrive in an inclusive culture that empowers our employees to do more and grow more - all in service of inventing industry leading cloud-native designs that contribute to a more sustainable future. We look forward to sharing more about our career opportunities through interviews.                                          Our Company Ampere is designing the future of hyperscale cloud and edge computing with the world’s first cloud native processor. Built for the cloud with a modern 64-bit Arm server-based architecture, Ampere gives customers the freedom to accelerate the delivery of all cloud computing applications. With industry-leading cloud performance, power efficiency and scalability, Ampere processors are tailored for the continued growth of cloud and edge computing. Our Story Like the scientist behind its name, Ampere employees are innovators. We understand the needs of cloud computing and different software requirements. We are inventing what comes next and looking at everything from the structure of memory and how efficient the system is, to considerations on speed, cost of electricity and ability to cool. Power, size, weight and cost are driving the technology requirements and the innovation to come. Our world class team of engineers, with depth and expertise in the cloud and semiconductor industries, is not only focused on the development of new semiconductor designs but also building out the first software ecosystem for Arm-based server processors. Through the Ampere approach to the cloud and edge, we give our customers the freedom to challenge the status quo and accelerate next-generation data centers for the most memory-intensive applications.  Given the challenge we have outlined, we are building a culture of entrepreneurs that ensure customers come first, proactively approaching industry challenges in the areas of security, power and performance, delivering results that matter most. #LI-DR #LI-Hybrid We are an inclusive and equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.