Join Etched as a Supercomputing Software Engineer to develop foundational software for cutting-edge server infrastructure.
Posted by employer 1 year ago
First seen on Joblaze 1 month ago
Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago
Skills & Technologies
What you'll build
- Integrate and maintain BIOS and BMC firmware
- Analyze DRAM timings and PCIe configurations
- Validate security features including root of trust
- Design and implement advanced system logging
- Integrate node-level data center orchestration technologies
Must have
- Proficiency in C/C++ or Python
- Strong understanding of BIOS and BMC firmware architectures
- Experience with server boot processes
- Knowledge of root-of-trust and security principles
- Strong understanding of operating systems and server hardware architectures
Nice to have
- Experience with data center orchestration technologies
- Experience with tracing tools like perf, eBPF, ftrace
- Experience with performance testing and benchmarking tools
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines
- Experience with Rust
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, years of experience, visa sponsorship.
Benefits
Joblaze summary
The Supercomputing Software Engineer at Etched is tasked with developing and debugging essential system software components that support server infrastructure, focusing on areas like BIOS and BMC firmware. Proficiency in C/C++ or Python, along with a solid understanding of server boot processes and security principles, is crucial for this role. This position is well-suited for experienced engineers with a background in operating systems and server hardware, particularly those who can tackle complex technical challenges. Etched emphasizes a collaborative environment where engineering and research intersect, fostering a hands-on approach to innovation.
Joblaze insights
- Listed about a month ago — first seen on Joblaze September 21, 2026. Last confirmed on Etched's careers page November 8, 2026.
Quick facts
- Is the Supercomputing Software Engineer (Taiwan) role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Taipei.
- Where is the role based?
- Etched is hiring for this position in Taipei.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: BIOS, BMC firmware, C, C++, Docker, Kubernetes.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Etched targets mid-level candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Supercomputing Software Engineer (Taiwan) role at Etched.
From the original posting
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Supercomputing Software Engineer to join our team, responsible for the foundational software that powers our server infrastructure. This role focuses on the development, integration, and debugging of critical system software components, including BIOS, BMC firmware, boot processes (including NetBoot), root of trust implementations, advanced system logging, and kernel-mode drivers. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of our server platforms, and contribute to the integration of data center orchestration technologies at the node level.
Key Team Responsibilities
Integrate and maintain BIOS and BMC firmware, ensuring robust and efficient server boot processes.
Analyze DRAM timings, PCIe configurations, power state transitions etc. to ensure high performance and maximal reliability.
Validating security features, including root of trust mechanisms, to protect system integrity and data security.
Design and implement advanced system logging and diagnostic capabilities to facilitate efficient troubleshooting and performance analysis.
Integrate and optimize node-level data center orchestration technologies, such as Kubernetes and Docker, into the system software stack.
Develop and execute comprehensive test plans to validate system software functionality, stability, and performance.
Collaborate with hardware and software teams to diagnose and resolve complex system-level issues.
Representative Projects
Implement and validate secure boot processes, including root of trust verification.
Design and implement advanced system logging and monitoring solutions.
Optimize BIOS and BMC firmware for improved boot times and system stability.
Integrate node-level container orchestration capabilities into the system software.
Analyze and resolve complex system-level issues related to boot failures, hardware errors, and performance degradation.
Analyze and optimize system level logging for large scale server deployments.
Proficiency in C/C++ or Python.
Strong understanding of BIOS and BMC firmware architectures.
Experience with server boot processes.
Knowledge of root-of-trust and security principles.
Strong understanding of operating systems (Linux preferred) and server hardware architectures.
Experience with advanced system logging and diagnostic tools.
Ability to analyze complex technical problems and provide effective solutions.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
Experience with reading and interpreting hardware logs.
Strong candidates may also have experience with (Nice-to-have qualifications)
Experience with data center orchestration technologies (Kubernetes, Docker).
Experience with tracing tools like perf, eBPF, ftrace, etc.
Experience with performance testing and benchmarking tools (gProf, vTune, Wireshark, etc.).
Experience with CI/CD pipelines.
Experience with Rust.
Experience with kernel-mode driver development and debugging.
Benefits
Competitive compensation packages including generous equity packages
Comprehensive insurance coverage and other top-of-market benefits
Unlimited compute budget subject to ROI justification
We are a fully in-person team in San Jose and Taipei, and greatly value engineering skills. We do not have boundaries between engineering and research, and we expect all of our technical staff to contribute to both as needed.
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