Platform Firmware Architect

HP Inc.

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Work type
On-site
Location
Spring, TXTaipei City, Taiwan
Salary
$130,700–$205,200 / yr
Posted
9 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Mar 1, 2027

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $200k
This role $168k
$116k most similar roles pay here $265k

This role pays less than 83% of similar roles. Most pay $169,550–$231,150 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $168k versus about $200k for comparable roles.

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About HP Inc.

HP Inc. is a global technology company that develops and sells personal computers, printers, and related supplies and services. Its products include laptops, desktops, workstations, and printing solutions for consumers and businesses worldwide.

HP Inc. currently has 104 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $130,700–$205,200 across 90 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Platform Firmware Architect

The Platform Firmware Architect oversees the design, implementation, and maintenance of robust software systems while leading multiple project teams through all stages of development for complex products. This role involves managing infrastructure components, monitoring application performance to resolve bottlenecks, and ensuring system scalability and resource efficiency. The architect provides technical leadership on cross-organization projects, mentors less experienced staff, and manages relationships with internal and outsourced partners. Key responsibilities include overseeing the installation and configuration of operating systems and system management tools. Technical requirements include proficiency in C, C++, and Python, alongside experience with BIOS, UEFI, Embedded Systems, and Linux. The role focuses on hardware/firmware integration involving USB-C, Power Delivery, PCIe, and I2C. Specialized domain knowledge includes security firmware, Secure Boot, cryptography fundamentals, and the specific architecture of docking stations and notebook PCs.

What you'll do

  • Oversee the installation, configuration, testing, and maintenance of operating systems and system management tools.
  • Monitor and test application performance to identify bottlenecks and implement technical fixes with developers.
  • Optimize software systems for performance, scalability, and resource efficiency.
  • Gather infrastructure requirements by collaborating with engineering groups and stakeholders.
  • Lead project teams through all stages of design, development, coding, and integration for complex products.
  • Manage relationships with internal and outsourced partners regarding software systems design and development.
  • Review designs and project activities to ensure compliance with standards and mitigate failure risks.
  • Drive the innovation and integration of new technologies into the software systems organization.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or a related field.
  • 7 to 10 years of experience in systems engineering, programming languages, or a related field.
  • At least 8 years of firmware development and architecture experience.
  • Expertise in BIOS, UEFI, Embedded Systems, and Notebook PC/Docking Station architecture.
  • Proficiency in C, C++, and Python programming languages.
  • Experience with hardware/firmware integration, device drivers, and RTOS or Zephyr RTOS.
  • Knowledge of security firmware, Secure Boot, cryptography fundamentals, and firmware update architecture.
  • Experience collaborating with ODMs and managing multi-team project lifecycles.

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