PC UEFI Diagnostic Developer

PC UEFI Diagnostic Developer Description - Job Summary We are seeking a highly motivated UEFI Diagnostics Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain UEFI-based diagnostic and testing solutions for HP PC platforms. This role focuses on creating hardware validation and manufacturing test tools that ensure system reliability, functionality, and product quality across commercial and consumer PC products. The engineer will work closely with platform engineering, BIOS teams, manufacturing partners, quality organizations, and global support teams to develop diagnostic technologies and improve overall product quality throughout the product lifecycle. Key Responsibilities UEFI Diagnostics Development Design, develop, and maintain diagnostic applications running in the UEFI pre-OS environment. Develop hardware validation tools for testing system components including: Memory Storage devices Battery Audio Network CPU Thermal systems System board components Create and enhance automated test frameworks used in manufacturing and field diagnostics. Manufacturing & Factory Test Solutions Develop and support UEFI Factory Diagnostic solutions used in manufacturing environments. Create factory test modules, test scenarios, and automated validation workflows. Improve production test coverage and reduce manufacturing escape risks. Work with factory teams to troubleshoot diagnostic failures and improve test effectiveness. Quality and Reliability Improvement Analyze diagnostic failures and identify root causes. Collaborate with BIOS, hardware, and platform engineering teams to resolve issues. Develop tools to improve product reliability and customer experience. Support new product introductions (NPI) through validation and testing activities. Software Engineering Design robust, maintainable, and scalable software solutions. Perform code reviews and contribute to software quality initiatives. Develop technical documentation, user guides, and test specifications. Participate in debugging, issue investigation, and continuous improvement efforts. Cross-functional Collaboration Partner with BIOS, Firmware, Platform Validation, Manufacturing, and Quality teams. Support global engineering and manufacturing organizations. Provide technical guidance for diagnostic tools and testing methodologies. Assist in field issue investigations and customer escalations when required. Required Qualifications Education Bachelor's or Master's degree in: Computer Science Computer Engineering Electrical Engineering Related Engineering disciplines Technical Skills Strong software development experience in: C C++ Understanding of UEFI architecture and firmware concepts. Knowledge of PC hardware architecture: CPU Memory Storage Battery Audio Networking Experience with debugging and troubleshooting hardware-software interactions. Familiarity with version control systems such as Git. Preferred Qualifications Experience with: EDK II UEFI applications BIOS/Firmware development Manufacturing test systems Automated test frameworks Windows diagnostic tools Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell. Understanding of PC manufacturing processes and quality systems. Key Competencies Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to debug complex system-level issues. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities. Self-motivated with strong ownership mindset. Ability to work in a global cross-functional environment. Continuous learning and innovation mindset. Success Metrics Diagnostic tool quality and reliability. Manufacturing test coverage improvement. Reduction of quality escapes and field failures. Faster root-cause analysis and issue resolution. Successful support of new platform launches. Increased automation and testing efficiency. Disclaimer • This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, responsibilities, knowledge, etc. These may be subject to change and additional functions may be assigned as needed by management. 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