Cisco UCS Blade BMC S/W QA Engineer

Cisco - Hillsboro, OR

Full-time - Mid Level

Hillsboro, OR

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Cisco UCS Blade BMC Software QA Engineer role involves designing, developing, and debugging system software for Cisco UCS servers. The position requires collaboration with multi-functional teams to create automated test strategies and frameworks, ensuring high-quality product delivery throughout the development lifecycle. The engineer will also be responsible for writing design specifications, conducting code reviews, and maintaining effective communication within the team.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and debug system software related to Cisco UCS servers.
• Develop, improve, and maintain automation frameworks and test scripts using Python.
• Participate in product development from planning and design to testing.
• Lead strategic planning efforts, including scheduling and risk identification.
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams to understand project requirements and design automated test strategies.
• Write design specifications and test plans.
• Conduct peer code reviews, design reviews, and test plan reviews.
• Provide timely updates on project progress, challenges, and successes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in hardware/software design, validation, and automation.
• 5+ years of experience with Enterprise Data Center systems and BMC/IPMI/SNMP/Redfish and DMTF standards.
• 5+ years of experience in developing and executing automation tests using high-level scripting languages, particularly Python.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with server platform management design and architecture.
• Experience with GPU-Accelerated Server Platforms.
• Understanding of GPU hardware and software (NVQual, CUDA, and test tools).
• Strong coding skills with a deep understanding of object-oriented programming principles.
• Experience with version control systems such as Git and familiarity with CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience in Jenkins, DevOps, Agile methodologies.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with Cisco matching contribution
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• Basic life insurance
• Paid holidays (up to 12 per year) including a floating holiday and a day off for birthday
• 20 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year
• Paid time off for critical or emergency issues
• Additional paid time to volunteer
• Employee Stock Purchase Program