Senior Embedded Software Engineer
Summary
Designs and implements firmware and low-level software powering next-generation GPU and HPC platforms, focusing on OpenBMC, embedded control, board management, telemetry, and hardware-firmware integration in high-density, mission-critical environments.
About Nebius:
Nebius is leading a new era in cloud infrastructure for the global AI economy. We are building a full-stack AI cloud platform that supports developers and enterprises from data and model training through to production deployment, without the cost and complexity of building large in-house AI/ML infrastructure.
Built by engineers, for engineers. From large-scale GPU orchestration to inference optimization, we own the hard problems across compute, storage, networking and applied AI.
Listed on Nasdaq (NBIS) and headquartered in Amsterdam, we have a global footprint with R&D hubs across Europe, the UK, North America and Israel. Our team of 1,500+ includes hundreds of engineers with deep expertise across hardware, software and AI R&D.
The role
We are looking for an Embedded Software Developer to design and implement the firmware and low-level software that powers our next-generation GPU and HPC platforms. This role will focus on embedded control, board management, telemetry, and hardware-firmware integration, ensuring that our systems operate reliably in high-density, mission-critical environments.
Key Responsibilities
• Design and implement embedded firmware for server management, telemetry, and control systems.
• Maintain and enhance our custom OpenBMC firmware with new features and improvements
• Enable real-time monitoring of power, thermal sensors, and hardware health.
• Work closely with hardware engineers to validate firmware for existing and future platforms
• Debug and optimize low-level drivers and protocols.
• Contribute to long-term firmware architecture for GPU cluster reliability.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
• 5+ years in embedded systems or firmware development.
• Proficiency in embedded Linux.
• Hands-on experience with BMCs, microcontrollers, or SoC firmware.
• Understanding of hardware bring-up and debugging
• Languages: C, C++, Bash, Go, YAML
• Firmware: OpenBMC, U-Boot, Linux Kernel
• Interfaces: I2C, I3C, SPI, eSPI, UART, LPC
• Protocols: SMBus, PCIe, PMBus, PECI
• Build Systems: Meson, CMake
• Descriptors & Formats: FRU, SMBIOS, ACPI, DMI
Preferred:
• Knowledge of the Yocto Project principles
• Knowledge of systems and D-Bus principles
• Proficiency in C++
• Good knowledge of C, sufficient for periodic work with Linux drivers and the U-Boot bootloader;
• Experience in developing Linux drivers of any kind, especially those implementing sysfs and hwmon interfaces.
• Experience with server BMC firmware IPMI, IPMB, KCS, SSIF, Redfish, PLDM
• Knowledge of GPU/CPU telemetry frameworks (e.g., NVML, DCGM)
• Exposure to firmware security (Secure Boot, signed firmware)
• Experience with RAS (Reliability, Availability, Serviceability)
• Background in high-performance computing or data center hardware.
Pay Transparency
We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages. Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors, including experience, skills, qualifications, the level at which the candidate is hired, and geographic location, consistent with applicable law.
Benefits & Perks:
- Competitive compensation
- Career growth and learning opportunities
- Flexibility and ownership
- Collaborative and innovative culture
- Opportunity to work on impactful AI projects
- International environment and talented teams
What's it like to work at Nebius:
Fast moving - Bold thinking - Constant growth - Meaningful impact - Trust and real ownership - Opportunity to shape the future of AI
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Nebius is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace and to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the country in which they apply and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility as a condition of hire.
If you need accommodations during the application process, please let us know.