Alwin Joseph

Software Engineer

New York, New York, United States9 yrs 4 mos experience
AI EnabledAI ML Practitioner

Key Highlights

  • Expert in Server Hardware Development and AI Infrastructure.
  • Proven track record in firmware optimization and system reliability.
  • Strong leadership in managing complex hardware projects.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Hardware Systems Engineer with expertise in Cloud Computing and Semiconductor industries.

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Skills

Core Skills

Server Hardware ArchitectureAi InfrastructureCpu MicrocodeSystem ArchitectureServer Hardware DevelopmentFirmwareData Center InfrastructureIt SupportCustomer ServiceOpenbmc

Other Skills

GPU DeploymentsAutomationStorage Architecturex86 architectureNetwork ArchitectureConfidental ComputingGPU SystemsRedfishTechnical ArchitecturePLDMcollaborationTelemetryMicrocodeEngineeringRAS

About

I’m an experienced Hardware Systems Engineer that loves learning more about Information Technology, Software Development, and Hardware Engineering while also focusing on growing in other fields such as Project Management.

Experience

9 yrs 4 mos
Total Experience
1 yr 7 mos
Average Tenure
1 yr 7 mos
Current Experience

Digitalocean

Senior Hardware Infrastructure Engineer I

Nov 2024Present · 1 yr 7 mos · New York City Metropolitan Area

GPU DeploymentsAI InfrastructureServer Hardware ArchitectureFirmwareAutomationData Center Infrastructure+6

Intel corporation

Senior Software Development Engineer

Mar 2024Nov 2024 · 8 mos · New York City Metropolitan Area

  • Architected, designed, and validated Telemetry, RAS, and OOB management features within CPU/GPU microcode across different products to provide better TCO, reliability, and debuggability for CSP customers.
  • Collaborated with customers & internal teams to incorporate customer feedback in new features.
  • Contributed to debugging, root cause analysis, and bug fixes for issues seen in large customer fleets.
x86 architectureRedfishFirmwareSystem ArchitectureCPU MicrocodeTechnical Architecture+9

Cloudflare

Hardware Systems Engineer

Mar 2023Mar 2024 · 1 yr · New York City Metropolitan Area

  • Led NPI development of Cloudflare’s next-generation Edge Compute platform with power-efficient CPUs.
  • Performed extensive CPU and system-level research and performance optimizations for existing platforms.
  • Drove Reliability, Availability and Serviceability (RAS) workstreams within Cloudflare’s Infrastructure group.
Server Hardware DevelopmentPerformance TuningAI InfrastructureProject ManagementEngineeringTechnical Architecture+9

Twitter

3 roles

Hardware Systems Engineer II

Jun 2022Nov 2022 · 5 mos

  • Led development of firmware optimizations that reduced the impact of memory errors on overall system performance by 10x.
  • Developed end-to-end solutions in software to minimize the impact of hardware failures on overall fleet health and project schedules.
  • Co-developed DC-SCM and RoT (Root of Trust) HW and SW designs for Twitter's next-generation hardware platforms.
  • Mentored summer interns and new hires within the Hardware Engineering team & provided in-depth technical training.
OpenBMCData Center InfrastructureEngineeringTelemetryCloud DevelopmentFirmware+19

Hardware Systems Engineer I

Jun 2020Jun 2022 · 2 yrs

  • Led firmware development (BIOS, OpenBMC, CPLD, etc.) of several widely deployed server platforms at Twitter.
  • Worked on NPI platform bring-ups, troubleshooting high-impact performance bugs, and release to production.
  • Experience with customizing/modifying Linux device drivers for hardware sensors, i2c, GPIO, P2A, JTAG, SMBus, etc.
  • Managed open-source repositories and collaborated with peer Cloud Service Providers and ODM vendors on OpenBMC development.
  • Developed several end-to-end automated debug utilities, firmware validation tools, and failure diagnostic solutions that significantly reduced recurring failures within Twitter's hardware fleet and the need for human intervention.
BMCLinuxPuppet (Software)EngineeringTelemetryRAID+24

Software Engineering Intern

Jun 2019Aug 2019 · 2 mos · San Francisco, California

  • Software Engineering Intern for the Twitter Hardware Systems Engineering Team.
  • Worked on development of OpenBMC, an Open-Source embedded server firmware project, for Twitter's Server platforms. Collaborated with engineers across several companies to help develop more efficient, reliable, & powerful BMC software for Twitter's Hardware Fleet.
  • Developed system automation tools, performed testing/validation of Server BMC/BIOS firmware, worked on Data Center observability projects and other Systems Engineering projects that help to develop Twitters' Infrastructure.
EngineeringRAIDTechnical ArchitectureOpenBMCRoot CauseVersion Control

Samsung semiconductor

Information Technology Intern

May 2018Aug 2018 · 3 mos · Austin, Texas

  • Developed software tools and end-to-end automation tools to support key Server & Networking infrastructure used by Exynos CPU/GPU development teams at Samsung Austin R&D Center (SARC).
  • Provided dedicated support to the SARC team by performing troubleshooting tasks, ticket resolutions, and assisting in project completion in areas such as System Administration and Desktop Support.
  • Deployed workstation monitoring and performance solutions that helped IT Support team members.
  • Worked with Server Systems Design & Operations team to manage Samsung R&D Center Data Centers.
EngineeringRAIDRedfishConfiguration ManagementRoot CauseVersion Control

Stony brook university

Lead IT Support Technician

Sep 2016May 2020 · 3 yrs 8 mos · Stony Brook, New York

  • Provided integral IT support to the campus community while managing student employee development/training & overseeing daily operations.
  • Developed workflows and solutions for issues regarding Account Management, Networking, VoIP, Software, Hardware Issues, etc.
  • Facilitate 2nd/3rd level troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repair services while developing organized documentation regarding repair processes.
  • Provided an exceptional customer service experience in addition to dedicated and engaging technical support.
Customer SupportSystem AdministrationLinuxITSMMac OSProblem Solving+19

Education

Stony Brook University

Bachelor of Engineering (BE) — Computer Engineering

Jan 2016Jan 2020

Our Lady of Lourdes High School

Advanced Regents HS Diploma

Jan 2012Jan 2016

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