HP · 17 hours ago
Firmware Architect
Spring, Texas, United States of America
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$147K/yr - $231K/yr
10+ years expHP is a leading technology company, and they are seeking a Firmware Architect to oversee the design, development, and optimization of embedded software and firmware for hardware products. This role involves leading cross-functional teams, mentoring junior engineers, and driving security innovation in firmware design.
ComputerConsumer ElectronicsHardwareIT InfrastructureSoftware
Responsibilities
Leads the preparation and creation of instructional technical manuscripts for firmware operation
Reviews firmware code, provides technical feedback, and ensures adherence to coding standards and best practices
Manages resources to complete programming projects, and designs detailed plans to ensure firmware is functioning properly
Leads multiple project teams of other software firmware engineers and internal and outsourced development partners responsible for all stages of design and development for complex products and platforms
Works with product architects, firmware teams, product managers and provides critical guidance, system-level debugging and troubleshooting to various teams, as a Subject Matter Expert
Reviews and evaluates designs and project activities for compliance with systems design and development guidelines and standards; provides tangible feedback to improve product quality and mitigate failure risk
Manages and expands relationships with internal and outsourced development partners on firmware design and development
Serves as an expert on all firmware related topics and acts as overall firmware leadership to provide perspective to cross-organization projects, programs, and activities
Drives innovation and integration of new technologies into projects and activities in the firmware design organization
Mentors less-experienced software firmware engineers and help guide them to successful deliverables
Define and maintain the firmware based security features for x86-based platforms
Integrate security principles into firmware design, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices
Drive innovation and adoption of new technologies in firmware and security architecture
Documenting designs and specifications
Design and implement firmware components, including BIOS/UEFI modules, EFI drivers, and low-level hardware interfaces
Write efficient, maintainable code in C for firmware subsystems
Develop automated testing strategies for firmware validation and security assurance
Apply advanced security architecture methodologies to protect firmware integrity and resilience
Conduct threat modeling and risk assessments for firmware components
Collaborate with security teams to implement secure boot, cryptographic protections, and firmware update mechanisms
Work closely with hardware engineers, OS teams, and security architects to ensure seamless integration
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers
Participate in cross-functional initiatives and represent firmware architecture in strategic discussions
Qualification
Required
Four-year or Graduate Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Electrical Engineering, or any other related discipline or commensurate work experience or demonstrated competence
Typically has 10+ years of firmware experience, or a related field
Proven expertise in x86 architecture and platform initialization
Proven expertise in UEFI/BIOS development and standards
Proven expertise in firmware-level security methodologies (secure boot, cryptography, threat modeling)
Proven expertise in C programming for low-level systems
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills for technical and executive audiences
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Long term/short term disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Life insurance
Generous time off policies, including; 4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure
11 paid holidays
Additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave
Company
HP is a manufacturer and seller of personal computers, printers, computer hardwares, and business solutions.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$5.25BKey Investors
U.S. Department of CommerceBerkshire Hathaway
2025-04-14Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2024-08-27Grant· $50M
2022-04-06Post Ipo Equity· $4.2B
Leadership Team
Alex Paranicas
Senior Director, Corporate Strategy
Anneliese Leasure
President, Imaging, Printing and Solutions
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