Senior R&D Manager BIOS Firmware and Validation
Quick summary
- Work type
- On-site
- Location
- Fort Collins, CO
- Salary
- $147,050–$230,850 / yr
- Posted
- 37 days ago
- Closes
- Nov 8, 2026
- Nearby
- 46 roles within 25 mi
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Salary context
How this pay compares to similar roles
This role pays less than 63% of similar roles. Most pay $177,250–$225,650 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $189k versus about $201k for comparable roles.
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Employer
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 79 open roles on FindRole.
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At a glance
TL;DR · Senior R&D Manager BIOS Firmware and Validation
As a Senior R&D Manager for BIOS Firmware and Validation within HP’s Z Workstations organization, you will lead a team of software and firmware engineers to develop and deliver high-performance firmware solutions for embedded platforms in workstations. Your role involves setting technical direction, ensuring quality excellence through rigorous design reviews and validation processes, and managing third-party vendor relationships. You will drive innovation by integrating new technologies into projects while also overseeing resource planning and workload balancing to meet business objectives. Key responsibilities include leading the BIOS/firmware development strategy, mentoring engineers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product launches. The ideal candidate possesses expertise in firmware development, embedded systems, and agile methodologies, along with strong leadership skills to manage headcount and deliverables for multiple projects.
Skills
What you'll do
- Defines and drives overall BIOS/firmware development strategy, setting technical goals and milestones.
- Reviews designs and project activities to ensure compliance with guidelines and standards, providing feedback for quality improvement.
- Manages headcount, deliverables, schedules, and costs for multiple projects, ensuring resource allocation meets program objectives.
- Leads system validation team, overseeing internal and external resources for design and development stages.
- Supports firmware-related discussions and consults on product inquiries, acting as the overall firmware leader for cross-organization activities.
What we're looking for
- Over 10 years of experience in firmware development or related field
- Proven leadership in managing and mentoring software and firmware engineering teams
- Expertise in BIOS/firmware development strategy and technical direction setting
- Strong skills in system validation, debugging, and quality assurance
- Experience with agile methodology, version control systems (Git), and embedded systems
- Ability to manage multiple projects, budgets, and cross-functional team relationships
- Commitment to driving innovation and integrating new technologies into firmware solutions
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