Staff Engineer, Systems Design Engineering

Western Digital

5 - 10 years

18 - 20 Lacs

bengaluru

Posted:17 hours ago| Platform:

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Skills Required

algorithms ssd numpy failure analysis design engineering sata sql nvme embedded systems writing linux debugging i2c firmware programming communication skills architecture nand flash python c system design spi pandas system matplotlib embedded c

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Job Type

Full Time

Job Description

Work with system designers and firmware to define functional validation of memory features implemented by firmware.
Use in-house data analytics tools to process, query, and analyze test and field data to identify patterns, root causes, and improvement opportunities.
Validate NAND command sequences implemented by firmware.
Develop and maintain comprehensive validation test plans for system-level and algorithmic features.
Collaborate with firmware and system design teams to deploy white-box tests and debug feature-level issues.
Interface with all key stakeholders to drive closure on validation issues and test failures.
Develop Python scripts to automate testing, data analysis, and reporting for improved efficiency.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of validation methodologies and influence future product designs for better testability and debugging.
Support firmware debug activities by adding instrumentation or triggers for detailed feature analysis.Qualifications

Education:
- BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field with 5+ years of experience, OR
- MS with 3+ years of experience, OR
- PhD with 1+ years of relevant experience.
Understanding of firmware algorithms, NAND flash operation, and SSD architecture.
Experience with system-level validation, storage test methodologies, and failure analysis.
Hands-on debugging skills and ability to methodically root cause complex SSD or system failures.
Proficiency in
Python
(including libraries such as NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib, etc.)
Familiarity with
embedded C programming
and
SQL
for data querying and analysis.
Experience with
data analytics and exploratory analysis
of test data.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

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