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Open BMC Developer

About the Job

We are seeking an experienced Embedded Systems Engineer with deep expertise in BMC firmware development and Linux internals. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and maintaining OpenBMC-based firmware, customizing Linux kernel and U-Boot for embedded platforms, and implementing robust device drivers and IPC mechanisms to ensure efficient system communication. You will also lead board bring-up activities, perform hardware debugging, and integrate industry-standard management protocols such as IPMI and Redfish.

This position offers an opportunity to work on cutting-edge server management solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality embedded systems that power next-generation infrastructure.


Your Role

  • Develop and maintain BMC firmware using OpenBMC and Yocto build systems.
  • Customize Linux kernel and U-Boot bootloader for embedded platforms.
  • Design and implement device drivers and IPC mechanisms.
  • Perform board bring-up, hardware debugging, and peripheral validation.
  • Integrate and support IPMI and Redfish management protocols.
  • Collaborate with hardware/software teams for seamless system integration.
  • Develop Linux user-space applications for system control.

Your Profile

Primary Skills:

  • OpenBMC architecture and development
  • Linux kernel and device driver development
  • U-Boot bootloader customization
  • IPC mechanisms in Linux
  • Board bring-up and hardware debugging
  • IPMI stack: SDR, SEL, FRU, SOL, IPMB, KCS, KVM
  • Redfish protocol implementation

Secondary Skills:

  • Linux application development (C/C++, shell scripting)
  • Familiarity with RTOS (ThreadX)
  • Side-band LAN networking protocols
  • Debugging tools: GDB, strace, JTAG, serial console

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s/Master’s in Computer Science, Electronics, or related field
  • Experience in server management firmware and embedded Linux systems

About Us

At Capgemini Engineering, we are global leaders in engineering services, helping the world’s most innovative companies unleash their potential. From autonomous cars to life-saving robots,

Works in the area of Software Engineering, which encompasses the development, maintenance and optimization of software solutions/applications. 1. Applies scientific methods to analyse and solve software engineering problems. 2. He/she is responsible for the development and application of software engineering practice and knowledge, in research, design, development and maintenance. 3. His/her work requires the exercise of original thought and judgement and the ability to supervise the technical and administrative work of other software engineers. 4. The software engineer builds skills and expertise of his/her software engineering discipline to reach standard software engineer skills expectations for the applicable role, as defined in Professional Communities. 5. The software engineer collaborates and acts as team player with other software engineers and stakeholders.
Ref. code:  202220
Posted on:  17 Nov 2025
Experience Level:  Experienced Professionals
Contract Type:  Permanent
Location: 

Chennai (ex Madras), IN

Brand:  Capgemini Engineering
Professional Community:  Software Engineering

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