Firmware Development Manager, Hardware Engineering, BIOS/Firmware Team

Senior • On-site

$166,400 - $287,700/yr

Cupertino, CA

DESCRIPTION

Are you passionate about leading end-to-end firmware operations at scale? Join AWS as we revolutionize cloud infrastructure for millions of customers worldwide.

About the Role:
As a Software Development Manager (SDM) for the AWS Firmware/BIOS team, you'll own the complete lifecycle of firmware production—from build and test to deployment—across AWS's global data center network. You'll lead a team of world-class developers while working directly with senior leadership and cross-functional partners to deliver innovative firmware solutions.

Key Responsibilities:
• Drive end-to-end automation of firmware and software production processes
• Lead and mentor high-performing software development teams
• Collaborate with data science teams to implement robust release monitoring
• Partner with internal stakeholders to optimize firmware deployment systems
• Manage BOM and part number databases for manufacturing operations
• Develop metrics-driven dashboards for operational excellence
• Own firmware quality through comprehensive test planning and validation

Impact You'll Make:
• Shape the technology powering AWS's core services (EC2, S3, EBS, etc.)
• Protect and serve millions of customers worldwide
• Drive innovation in next-generation cloud infrastructure
• Build scalable solutions for real-world data center challenges

Why AWS?
• End-to-end ownership of technology roadmap
• Direct impact on AWS's core infrastructure
• Opportunity to innovate with leading edge AWS tools
• Work with technical leaders across multiple domains
• Fast-paced, growing organization with significant learning opportunities

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- 3+ years of engineering team management experience
- 7+ years of working directly within engineering teams experience
- 3+ years of designing or architecting (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
- 8+ years of leading the definition and development of multi tier web services experience
- Knowledge of engineering practices and patterns for the full software/hardware/networks development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, certification, and livesite operations
- Experience partnering with product or program management teams

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience in communicating with users, other technical teams, and senior leadership to collect requirements, describe software product features, technical designs, and product strategy
- Experience in recruiting, hiring, mentoring/coaching and managing teams of Software Engineers to improve their skills, and make them more effective, product software engineers

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $166,400/year in our lowest geographic market up to $287,700/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

Amazon

Amazon.com, Inc. founded in 1994 by Jeff Bezos in the cozy confines of his Seattle garage, Amazon.com, Inc. quickly evolved from a humble online bookstore to a colossal e-commerce powerhouse. Today, it offers an extensive range of products from DVDs and electronics to furniture and groceries. With a global footprint that spans continents—from Canada and the UK to Japan and Brazil—Amazon's presence is truly international. The company has not only diversified into various domains, including acquiring Twitch in 2014 and venturing into the film industry in 2015, but also introduced initiatives like the brand registry program to safeguard intellectual property. Despite the hurdles of labor relations and competitive practices, Amazon remains a dominant force in the global e-commerce landscape.