Microprocessor/System Hardware Developer Engineer

Introduction
IBM Infrastructure has an opening for an experienced Microprocessor/System Hardware Developer Engineer. As a Hardware Developer at IBM you’ll get to work on the systems that are driving the Artificial Intelligence era and the Quantum revolution. More specifically you will join an elite team of engineering professionals who enable IBM customers to make better decisions quicker on the most trusted hardware platform in today’s market. You will join a team integral in developing industry-leading hardware for IBM’s zSeries POWER Storage and Quantum systems.

Your Role and Responsibilities
Qualified candidates will have excellent interpersonal communications critical thinking and problem-solving skills paired with knowledge in one or more of the following knowledge domains used in the development of Microprocessors ASICs FPGAs and System Integration: VLSI Logic Design and Verification; Signal and Power Integrity; 1st level Chip Packaging; VLSI Analog Array and Radio Frequency Design; Printed Circuit Board Design; VLSI Physical Design; Firmware Development; and Laboratory Hardware Validation and Characterization. Additional preferred skills include project management and familiarity with semiconductor technologies and processes as well as knowledge of electronic design automation software and methodologies.

Responsibilities include:

• Within your area(s) of expertise participating in a multi-dimensional organization to bring to market innovative high-performance high-quality designs supporting IBM business goals focused on zSeries POWER and Quantum brands.
• Collaborating with cross-site/cross-geo teams and leadership to establish and refine strategy for tackling aggressive product goals and schedules.
• Continuously innovating design and development processes with the department and utilizing Agile best practices.
• Executing on Engineering tasks as defined by your team lead project manager and/or manager.

About the Team
This organization is comprised of departments focused on all facets of chip design and taking a system from concept to general availability. These highly technical teams have a demonstrated strong record for excellence in delivery and innovation. In addition to local collaboration these teams interact closely with IBM’s multi-site / cross-geo similarly skilled Infrastructure and Research teams to enable the roadmaps for all IBM’s Brands to be successful.

The technical team you will be a part of is a highly collaborative team with an environment where collective brainstorming open communication and seeing things from the greater organization perspective is valued.

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• 2-5 years of industry work experience in a Microprocessor ASIC FPGA Firmware or hardware development environment
• Experience in Logic Firmware Signal and Power Integrity Design or Microprocessor Verification
• Comprehensive understanding of Microprocessor ASIC FPGA Firmware and hardware development engineering processes
• Experience with one or more programming skills such as Python Skill Perl TCL
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Computer Science or Physics

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

• Experience with latest Semiconductor Chip industry technology
• Demonstrated ability to develop peer cross-functional and-cross business relationships to maximize collaboration and team effectiveness
• Demonstrated ability to work and excel in a fast-paced dynamic and constantly changing work environment