Senior Firmware Engineer

Company: Astera Labs Inc.
Location: Santa Clara
Posted on: January 23, 2025

Job Description:

Astera Labs is a global leader in purpose-built connectivity solutions that unlock the full potential of AI and cloud infrastructure. Our Intelligent Connectivity Platform integrates PCIe, CXL, and Ethernet semiconductor-based solutions and the COSMOS software suite of system management and optimization tools to deliver a software-defined architecture that is both scalable and customizable. Inspired by trusted relationships with hyperscalers and the data center ecosystem, we are an innovation leader delivering products that are flexible and interoperable. Discover how we are transforming modern data-driven applications at www.asteralabs.com.Job DescriptionThe mission of this role is to architect and develop firmware and microcontroller subsystems for Astera Labs' SoC and systems products. Senior Firmware is responsible for implementing the major differentiating features of Astera Labs' products. As such, firmware is considered equally important to the hardware, and the firmware team is often customer-facing to ensure the needs of the customer are fully comprehended.Responsibilities

• Strong academic and technical background in electrical engineering. At a minimum, a Bachelor's in EE or Computer Science is required, and a Master's is preferred.
• Minimum 5 years' experience supporting or developing complex SoC/silicon products for Server, Storage, and/or Networking applications.
• Experience developing firmware to execute in on-chip microcontrollers as well as C-language software development kits (SDKs) to execute on system management controllers (e.g. BMC).
• Experience working with logic designers to architect and verify HW-SW interfaces on complex SoCs.
• Professional attitude with the ability to prioritize a dynamic list of multiple tasks, to plan and prepare for customer meetings in advance, and to work with minimal guidance and supervision.
• Entrepreneurial, open-minded behavior and can-do attitude. Think and act fast with the customer in mind!
• Authorized to work in the US and start immediately.Required Experience
  • Experience working on PCIe-Express (Gen-3 and above) protocol, including working with analyzers and exercisers to debug protocol issues.
  • High level of proficiency in C (preferred) or C++, including development of C-based SDKs.
  • High level of proficiency in Python for automating pre-processors/post-processors and FW QC.
  • Working knowledge of software/firmware build environments, gcc/Make, Doxygen, and GitHub.
  • Hands-on experience with Server, Storage, and/or Networking equipment (e.g. Network Switches).
  • Familiarity with SoC interfaces to common IP blocks such as PCIe Controllers, DDR Controllers, NVME Controllers, AMBA/AHB interfaces, on-chip memory interfaces, and other similar interfaces.
  • Direct experience working on products with high-speed interfaces common in Data Center equipment: PCI- Express (Gen-3 and above), 100/400G Ethernet, Infiniband, DDR, NVMe, USB, etc.Preferred Experience
    • Experience developing firmware to execute in on-chip microcontrollers as well as C-language SDKs to execute on system management controllers (e.g. BMC).
    • Experience developing embedded firmware for PCIe or Ethernet Switch products.
    • Experience with industry forums and collaboration workgroups such as OCP and OpenBMC.The base salary range is USD 130,000.00 - 185,000.00. Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions.We know that creativity and innovation happen more often when teams include diverse ideas, backgrounds, and experiences, and we actively encourage everyone with relevant experience to apply, including people of color, LGBTQ+ and non-binary people, veterans, parents, and individuals with disabilities.Apply for this job* indicates a required fieldFirst Name *Last Name *Email *Phone *Resume/CV *Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtfEducationSchool Select...Degree * Select...LinkedIn ProfileWebsiteAre you currently located in the San Francisco Bay Area? * Select...Are you open to moving to San Francisco Bay Area? * Select...Are you authorized to work in the US and start immediately? * Select...I have reviewed and consented to the privacy policies. Select...
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