Staff Engineer, Firmware Test Engineering

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Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.

The Storage Technology and Product Group (STPG) is focused on advancing non-volatile memory technologies. Our mission is to drive innovation and develop cutting-edge solutions that enhance the performance, reliability, and scalability of non-volatile memory products.

Join Micron Technology as a Staff Firmware Test Engineer validating advanced algorithms in SSDs.

You will join the Firmware Test Engineering (FTE) team, dedicated to validating the functionality of new high-performance mass storage SSD controllers. The FTE team ensures that the firmware meets design, functionality, reliability, and performance requirements for enterprise SSDs. Collaboration with engineering project management, fellow firmware test engineers, firmware/test developers, other validation teams, and system hardware design engineers is vital to resolving multifaceted design issues.

• Build a comprehensive firmware verification plan for various Flash Translation Layer algorithms and protocols used in enterprise SSDs.
• Possess knowledge of NAND management algorithms, SSD Front End, Security, and Back End algorithms.
• Develop testing methods oriented towards known, open system, closed system, and unknown strategies to verify and validate firmware products.
• Analyze failures from weekly regressions and determine root causes, bringing to bear SSD domain expertise.
• Lead test development, execution, automation, and reporting.
• Communicate challenges, solutions, and mitigation plans to various teams and management with outstanding clarity.
• Participate in code reviews and guide the team for comprehensive coverage and efficient architecture.
• Establish working relationships with firmware development engineers to improve code quality.

• Minimum bachelor’s or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of proven experience in SSD firmware testing and/or development.
• 7+ years of experience in the SSD or NAND Flash development industry.
• Proficiency in Python or C/C++ for code development.
• Deep understanding of Flash Translation Layer algorithms.
• Knowledge of storage industry protocols such as PCIe, NVMe, ONFI, USB, etc.
• Familiarity with Agile development, GIT development flow, branch management, and tools.
• Strong understanding of test automation, testing methodologies, and test tools.
• Familiarity with automated build, continuous integration, and test automation systems.

• Master’s degree or equivalent experience in relevant fields.

The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is:

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As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future.  We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget.  Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave.  Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays.  For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits.

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