System Firmware Lead (AI Memory Fabrics) – CXL/PCIe Memory fabric controller
Why this role stands out
Take the lead in shaping the future of AI memory fabrics at Kandou, where you will architect high-impact firmware solutions while enjoying the professional flexibility of a hybrid work environment. This role is perfect for a seasoned technical leader who thrives on complex SoC challenges and is eager to mentor top-tier engineering talent. Apply today to advance your career at the forefront of innovative server and networking technology.
Quick overview
Job description
The responsibility of this role is to architect and develop firmware for Kandou’s Memory fabrics products
Firmware is responsible for implementing and supporting the major differentiating features of Kandou’ products.
Basic qualification
Strong academic and technical background in Electronics & Computer engineering. At a minimum, a Bachelor’s in EE or Computer Science is required, and a Master’s is preferred.
Experience developing firmware (Bare metal/RTOS) to execute in on-chip microcontrollers/processors
Minimum 15+ years’ (Lead/Architect) experience supporting/developing complex SoC/Silicon products for Server, Storage, and/or Networking applications
Required experience
Hands-on experience designing and developing embedded firmware for PCIe/CXL/NVME protocols with proficiency in C (preferred) or C++, including development of C-based SDKs.
Experience with RTOS/Zephyr OS firmware development and enablement
Deep understanding of SoC interfaces to common IP blocks such as PCIe Controllers, NVME Controllers, DDR controllers, AMBA/AHB interfaces, on-chip memory interfaces, and other similar interfaces
Work with various cross-functional groups such as architect, other development teams, QA/validation, product management and customer teams across various sites
Experience in mentoring and train the team
Preferred experience
Experience with storage or SSD firmware, including NVMe, PCIe, CXL or flash management concepts.
Experience with industry forums and collaboration workgroups such as OCP and OpenBMC
Hands-on experience with simulation or virtual platform–based development (e.g., Renode, QEMU, or similar)The responsibility of this role is to architect and develop firmware for Kandou’s Memory fabrics products
Firmware is responsible for implementing and supporting the major differentiating features of Kandou’ products.
Basic qualification
Strong academic and technical background in Electronics & Computer engineering. At a minimum, a Bachelor’s in EE or Computer Science is required, and a Master’s is preferred.
Experience developing firmware (Bare metal/RTOS) to execute in on-chip microcontrollers/processors
Minimum 15+ years’ (Lead/Architect) experience supporting/developing complex SoC/Silicon products for Server, Storage, and/or Networking applications
Required experience
Hands-on experience designing and developing embedded firmware for PCIe/CXL/NVME protocols with proficiency in C (preferred) or C++, including development of C-based SDKs.
Experience with RTOS/Zephyr OS firmware development and enablement
Deep understanding of SoC interfaces to common IP blocks such as PCIe Controllers, NVME Controllers, DDR controllers, AMBA/AHB interfaces, on-chip memory interfaces, and other similar interfaces
Work with various cross-functional groups such as architect, other development teams, QA/validation, product management and customer teams across various sites
Experience in mentoring and train the team
Preferred experience
Experience with storage or SSD firmware, including NVMe, PCIe, CXL or flash management concepts.
Experience with industry forums and collaboration workgroups such as OCP and OpenBMC
Hands-on experience with simulation or virtual platform–based development (e.g., Renode, QEMU, or similar)