Senior Lead Engineer, Software (Austin)Location: Austin, TX, USGeneral OverviewFunctional Area: EngineeringCareer Stream: Design - Software EngineeringSAP Short Name: SLE-ENG-DSEJob Level: Level 09IC/MGR: Individual ContributorDirect/Indirect Indicator: IndirectSummaryThe Senior Lead Software Engineer designs, develops, and maintains software across all levels (firmware to application), adhering to established development processes (e.g., Agile) and product lifecycle standards. This role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to integrate feedback and ensure robust, high-quality product development.The Senior Lead Engineer, Software will work in cross functional teams with customers, product line management, manufacturing engineering, hardware engineering, quality assurance and project leadership to ensure robust and high quality software. Added bonus if you have a broad skillset spanning Storage, Compute and Networking appliance development.Detailed DescriptionAs a Senior Software Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of our product development, working on challenging and impactful rewarding projects. Your responsibilities will include:Lead Technical Solutions: Spearhead the design, development, and implementation of intricate technical solutions for complex x86 based appliance projects for data center and enterprise applications.Drive Software Development: Write, debug and maintain software across various languages (C/C++/Python) and software hierarchies (from firmware to application level), adhering to established development practices (e.g., Agile, Scrum).Analyze and Optimize: Review customer requirements, analyze trade-offs in complex systems, recommend optimal solutions, and develop comprehensive deployment strategies.Self Driven: Exhibits a proactive and engaged approach to all responsibilities, consistently taking the lead on new initiatives and contributing to a dynamic multi-site team environment.Foster Collaboration: Work within cross-functional teams with other developers, customers, and manufacturing engineers to ensure robust and high-quality product development, incorporating feedback for design enhancements.Build & Maintain: Design, develop, and analyze tests and test-automation suites, and provide ongoing maintenance, support, and enhancements for existing systems and platforms.What You'll BringWe're looking for a Senior Software Engineer with a strong blend of technical expertise and leadership capabilities, demonstrated by:Project Management Expertise: The ability to manage and lead complex, multiple task engineering projects, understand and drive the technical aspects, and be able to debug/develop mitigation plans for barriers.Strong Communication & Collaboration: Excellent coaching, mentoring, communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with a commitment to working effectively within teams and with stakeholders within and outside of the organization.Problem-Solving & Quality: A knack for creative problem-solving, along with familiarity with Quality & Lean methodologies, D/PFMEA, and 8D/Corrective Action is a plus.Core Technical SkillsProgramming Languages: C, C++, PythonEmbedded Systems: Advanced hands‑on knowledge of x86-based Linux embedded systems/appliancesBoard Support Packages (BSPs): Expertise in developing and working with BSPsDiagnostics: Solid understanding and experience in specifying and developing diagnostic applications to ship product in high volumeSoftware Development Kits (SDKs): Proficient in utilizing SDK for AI Accelerators, Network Processing Units (NPU) and Embedded platformsBIOS: Working knowledge of system BIOS and software, ability to debug complex issues and deliver SW patchesBMC: Working knowledge of Yocto/OpenBMC, ability to debug complex issues and deliver SW patchesOther nice to havesIn-depth understanding of Linux kernel, device driver, IPC, U-boot.Familiarity with Linux application development.Knowledge of BMC including IPMI, SDR, SEL, FRU records, SOL, IPMB, Side-band LAN, KCS and KVM.Knowledge of Redfish and other management protocols.Working knowledge of BMC related Hardware such as ARM, BMC chip (AST 2500, AST2600, Pilot 4 etc.), HW-monitor and Super-IO, NC-SI NIC, phy.Working knowledge of common bus such as I2C, IPMB, PMBUS, SPI, LPC, UART, JTAG.Experience with one or more of the following standards/technologies: SCSI, SES, RAID, SAS, SATA, SSD, SMART, PCI Express, HBA, network protocol TCP/UDP, etc is a plus.Experience with PSoC or MCU firmware development is a plus.Physical DemandsDuties of this position are performed in a normal office environment.Duties may require extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or on numbers and other detailed data.Repetitive manual movements (e.g., data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator, etc.) are frequently required.Occasional travel may be required.Typical Experience6 to 12 yearsTypical EducationBachelor degree or consideration of an equivalent combination of education and experience.Educational Requirements may vary by GeographySalary RangeThe salary range described in this posting is an estimate by the Company, and may change based on several factors, including by not limited to a change in the duties covered by the job posting, or the credentials, experience or geographic jurisdiction of the successful candidate.NotesThis job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.Celestica's policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran or disability status, or other characteristics protected by law.This policy applies to hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral and other aspects of employment and also states that retaliation against a person who files a charge of discrimination, participates in a discrimination proceeding, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment practice will not be tolerated. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.This location is a US ITAR facility and these positions will involve the release of export controlled goods either directly to employees or through the employee's movement within the facility. As such, Celestica will require necessary information from all applicants upon an applicant's acceptance of employment to determine if any export control exemptions or licenses must be filed.#J-18808-Ljbffr