Engineering Manager – Scale-up Firmware Team

Hewlett Packard Enterprise

Firmware Engineering Manager for HPE overseeing firmware development and team management. Leading technical execution and quality assurance for HPE server platforms.

Posted 7/31/2026full-timeBloomington • Minnesota, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $137,000 - $315,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in firmware development for server platforms, including architecture design, system integration, and validation. Proven ability to manage engineering teams, drive project execution, and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Firmware Development LifecycleServer PlatformsPeople ManagementArchitecture DesignCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Firmware DevelopmentSystem IntegrationValidationArchitecture DesignPerformance ManagementProject ManagementMulti-taskingPrioritizationTechnical Project LeadershipRelease Processes

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsCoachingCareer DevelopmentCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

BIOSUEFIACPIPCIeSMBIOSIntelAMD

Industry Keywords

X86 ArchitectureEnterprise SystemsSilicon VendorsODM Partners

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead end-to-end execution of firmware development for server platforms.
Oversee architecture design and feature development, system bring-up, integration, and validation.
Drive resolution of complex issues spanning CPU, memory, PCIe, and platform-level subsystems.
Ensure firmware quality, performance, and compliance with platform requirements.
Manage a team of engineers (entry level through Principal Engineer).
Set clear expectations for deliverables, quality standards, and execution timelines.
Conduct performance management, coaching, and career development conversations.
Translate product and platform requirements into actionable firmware plans.
Track and manage delivery across multiple concurrent programs.
Collaborate across global teams to ensure alignment and execution continuity.

Requirements

What you’ll need

First level university degree or equivalent experience required.
Typically 5 or more years of related work experience, including 0-2 years of people management experience.
Strong communication skills (e.g. written, verbal, presentation); mastery in English.
Strong multi-tasking and prioritization skills.
Previous people management experience (or strong technical lead transitioning to management).
Experience with server platforms, x86 architecture, and enterprise systems.
Familiarity with industry standards (BIOS/UEFI, ACPI, PCIe, SMBIOS, etc.).
Experience working with silicon vendors (Intel/AMD) and ODM partners.
Strong understanding of firmware development lifecycle and release processes.
Prior experience leading technical projects or small teams.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health & Wellbeing
Personal & Professional Development
Unconditional Inclusion