Principal Engineer - SSD Firmware Validation Micron

11.0 - 15.0 years

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karnataka

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As an SSD Firmware Validation Engineer at Micron Technology, Inc., you will be responsible for defining test plans, designing test cases, and developing test scripts to validate firmware for Enterprise and Datacenter class NVMe SSD products. Your role will involve demonstrating a high degree of skills in understanding various areas of firmware such as Front End, Back end/Media management, FTL, or Security. Additionally, you will need to exhibit a strong understanding of NVMe/PCIe specifications, NVMe Cloud SSD specifications, and customer-specific requirements. Collaboration with Firmware development teams throughout the product lifecycle, identifying defects, validating fixes, and creating grey and Whitebox tests will be crucial aspects of your responsibilities. Your experience should include a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or Engineering with over 11 years of experience in SSD Firmware Validation. Expertise in End-to-End Storage Architecture and a strong understanding of Whitebox and grey box test methods for Enterprise/Datacenter SSD Firmware would be advantageous. Hands-on experience in debugging NVMe Protocol issues using Lecroy/JDSU analyzers is highly desired. You must have the ability to prepare comprehensive test plans involving access patterns, NVMe protocols, FW test hooks, and VS commands for various firmware areas. Integrating tests into an automated test environment, collaborating with test execution teams, and driving validation plans/strategy will also be part of your role. Furthermore, you should possess good knowledge of Linux operating system debugging and proficiency in coding with Python. Effective oral and written communication skills, along with strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management abilities, are essential. Demonstrated teamwork skills, effective collaboration in a team environment, expert planning and tracking capabilities, and excellent time management skills are required. An in-depth understanding of system storage and its relationship to platform components like CPU, Memory, PCIe, drivers, OS, and firmware is crucial for this role. Micron Technology, Inc. is a global leader in innovative memory and storage solutions that aim to transform how information is used to enhance life for all individuals. By focusing on customers, technology leadership, manufacturing excellence, and operational proficiency, Micron offers a diverse portfolio of high-performance DRAM, NAND, and NOR memory and storage products under the Micron and Crucial brands. The company's innovations play a vital role in fueling the data economy, driving advancements in artificial intelligence, and enabling 5G applications from data centers to intelligent edge devices, enhancing the client and mobile user experience. To know more about Micron Technology, Inc. and explore career opportunities, please visit micron.com/careers. If you require assistance during the application process or need reasonable accommodations, please reach out to hrsupport_india@micron.com. Micron Technology strictly prohibits the use of child labor and adheres to all relevant laws, regulations, international labor standards, and industry guidelines.,

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SENIOR ENGINEER, VALIDATION Micron

4.0 - 8.0 years

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Hyderabad, Telangana, India

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Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for . 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. Role Overview We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Engineer who will lead SSD failure analysis (FA) , debug , and performance validation activities for NVMe-based products. This role is execution-focused with a deep emphasis on hands-on debugging, test script ownership, and performance analysis, while firmware development is secondary. Key Responsibilities Own and lead first-level FA and debug of SSD firmware issues - triage logs, isolate failures, and identify root causes. Drive execution of validation and performance testing , including tracking test failures, generating debug reports, and working with developers to implement fixes. Develop, maintain, and optimize performance test scripts (e.g., IOPS, latency, throughput) for SSD firmware validation. Perform latency profiling, throughput analysis , and trace interpretation to identify bottlenecks or firmware-level inefficiencies. Analyze logs from NVMe/PCIe-based SSD systems to identify protocol-level or firmware-level faults. Support issue recreation in lab setups , handle escalations from validation or system teams, and communicate findings clearly. Coordinate with cross-functional teams (firmware dev, validation, hardware, product engineering) to drive quick resolution. Maintain and enhance debug infrastructure, trace capture frameworks, and automation tools for validation teams. Contribute to execution strategy, milestone planning, and prioritization of critical firmware issues for closure. Act as a technical bridge between validation and firmware development teams. Required Experience 4-8 years in SSD firmware domain, specifically in execution, debug, and failure analysis . Strong knowledge of NVMe protocol , NAND flash management, and SSD architecture. Hands-on experience with performance metrics , latency breakdowns , and system profiling . Strong debugging skills with tools like serial logs, logic analyzers, JTAG, and trace decoders. Ability to write, debug, and manage performance-related test scripts (Python, Bash, or similar). Experience with defect tracking tools (e.g., Jira), log analysis, and execution dashboards. Understanding of embedded environments ARM architecture and C/C++ familiarity is a plus (reading/modifying code only).

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