BIOS Firmware Engineer
Company: Insight Global
Location: Fremont
Posted on: January 28, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Job Description: The BIOS/UEFI
Firmware Engineer is responsible for the architecture, design,
development, and debugging of UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware
Interface) and BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) firmware for
computer systems. This role focuses exclusively on the firmware
that initializes hardware and boots the operating system, ensuring
compatibility, security, and performance from power-on. It
emphasizes not only hands-on technical expertise but also
leadership in guiding projects and supporting team members. This
position is part of the Engineering Services team, which works
across departments to support the engineering and operation teams
with technical expertise in electronics, operational software, and
systems integration. Duties/Responsibilities: • Design, develop,
and maintain UEFI/BIOS firmware using C and C++. • Contribute to
all phases of the UEFI boot process, including Security (SEC),
Pre-EFI Initialization (PEI), and Driver Execution Environment
(DXE). • Lead effort in hardware bring-up for new platforms,
debugging complex hardware-firmware interactions across CPU,
memory, and peripheral devices. • Ensure correct initialization of
key system hardware such as DDR memory, PCIe, SATA, USB, and other
interfaces. • Optimize boot performance and implement firmware
security measures such as Secure Boot, Intel Boot Guard, and
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) integration. • Collaborate with
hardware engineers to interpret schematics and datasheets and
ensure accurate hardware configuration. • Use debugging tools
(e.g., JTAG, in-circuit emulators, logic analyzers) for
troubleshooting. • Participate in and provide leadership during
code reviews, write technical documentation, and mentor junior
engineers. • Work cross-functionally with hardware, operating
system, and security teams to ensure system compatibility and
reliability. Required Skills and Experience: • Bachelor’s or
Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or
related field. • Minimum of 2 years of BIOS/UEFI firmware
development experience with demonstrated leadership
responsibilities. • Strong proficiency in C/C++ programming for
embedded systems. • In-depth knowledge of UEFI architecture (EDK2
framework), x86 architecture, and system boot processes. • Solid
understanding of hardware interfaces such as PCIe, SPI, I2C, and
USB. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Excellent
communication and collaboration skills, with demonstrated ability
to work independently. • Proven leadership skills, including
mentoring, guiding projects, or leading initiatives. • Experience
with scripting languages such as Python for automation. • Knowledge
of firmware security standards (e.g., NIST SP 800-193, Secure
Boot). • Experience with low-level debugging of boot-related
issues. • Understanding of System Management Mode (SMM), Advanced
Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI), Intel Firmware Support
Package (FSP), or Intel Firmware Image (IFWI).
Keywords: Insight Global, South San Francisco , BIOS Firmware Engineer, IT / Software / Systems , Fremont, California
