Platf/Systems Engineer L3

Platform/Systems Engineer L3

Folsom, CA

The Ecosystem Platform/Systems Engineer is responsible for platform feature enabling, testing, automation, and release operations across a range of client, workstation, and specialized platform form factors. This role combines hands-on system integration with software lifecycle practices, scripting, and project management. The engineer supports both mature release processes and new experimental services, ensuring technical alignment with business goals and quality standards







Core Responsibilities:
Configure, enable, and test workstation, client, and other form factor platforms for hardware and software/firmware feature deployment and testing
Set up and maintain Linux and Windows environments, including remote access using SSH, for validation and integration workflows
Develop and maintain automation scripts in Python, Bash, and PowerShell to streamline feature enabling, testing, building, and deployment
Build and support CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins to ensure reliable and repeatable software release workflows
Manage firmware and driver release packages, including testing, packaging, documentation, and external delivery
Troubleshoot issues across hardware, firmware, and software boundaries, collaborating with developers and validation teams to ensure root-cause resolution
Apply object-oriented programming concepts and SDLC principles to improve internal tools, workflows, and release quality.
Scope and manage new technical initiatives, including prototypes, tooling enhancements, and internal services
Use Git to manage source code, release assets, and documentation in a traceable and collaborative manner.
Produce detailed release notes, change logs, and configuration documentation for internal and external stakeholders
Mentor junior technical staff and technician teams in test procedures, automation tools, and documentation best practices







Required Skills:
Proficiency in Linux and Windows OS environments, including command-line operations and remote access using SSH
Experience with scripting and automation using Python, Bash, and PowerShell
Familiarity with Git version control and collaborative software workflows
Hands-on experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, especially using Jenkins
Understanding of object-oriented design concepts and the software development lifecycle (SDLC)
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate technical work into business-aligned deliverables
Ability to plan, scope, and execute cross-functional technical projects







Preferred Skills:
Familiarity with hardware bring-up, firmware validation, or system-level debugging
Experience working in enterprise validation labs or on early platform enablement
Understanding of release compliance requirements and external partner documentation standards
Exposure to developing or supporting internal tooling, prototypes, or experimental service workflows
8. Travel (domestic or international) as necessary, to support Intel's third-party enabling efforts.
All travel expenses will be pre-approved by sponsor and billed back to Intel, to be added as a line item to monthly invoicing