Principal Engineer - Firmware Development (SSD)

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JR116653 Principal Engineer - Firmware Development (SSD)

Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all.

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 Principal Engineer, Firmware Development (SSD) provides advanced technical leadership in the development, integration, validation, and optimization of high-performance SSD controller firmware for volatile and non-volatile memory solutions. The role drives firmware architecture, feature development, quality assurance, debugging, and failure analysis activities to achieve performance, endurance, reliability, latency, and power objectives. Working across firmware, hardware, validation, and system engineering teams, this position influences technical direction, mentors engineers, and resolves complex product development challenges supporting successful SSD product delivery.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead development and optimization of firmware IP subsystems for SSD products to meet performance, endurance, capacity, functionality, quality, and reliability requirements.
• Drive firmware architecture, implementation, debugging, and validation activities for SSD controllers and storage products.
• Develop and maintain firmware unit, functional, integration, and regression tests to ensure firmware quality throughout the product lifecycle.
• Lead root cause investigations, failure analysis, defect triage, and corrective actions for complex firmware issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical challenges and improve product performance, power efficiency, latency, and SoC complexity.
• Mentor engineers and contribute technical leadership for firmware design, development practices, and problem-solving activities.

Other Responsibilities

• Provide detailed technical updates, risk assessments, and project status communications to management and engineering stakeholders.
• Support knowledge sharing, technical reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives across the firmware organization.
• Build collaborative relationships across global teams and contribute to a high-performance engineering culture.

AI Responsibilities

• Integrates AI-assisted tools and insights into daily work to improve efficiency, quality, or effectiveness, exercising sound judgment and complying with organizational standards and legal requirements.
• Contributes to a culture of continuous improvement by identifying, testing, and sharing AI-enabled enhancements within one’s scope of work.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent.
• Over 5 years’ relevant experience in SSD embedded firmware development and debugging.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in embedded firmware development using C or other high-level programming languages such as Python.
• Experience in SSD firmware debugging, issue isolation, root cause analysis, and validation
• Hands-on experience with PCIe and NVMe storage interfaces and protocols

Soft Skills

• Structured problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Clear technical communication and documentation skills.
• Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to work independently and manage technical priorities.
• Mentoring and technical leadership capabilities.

Preferred Skills

• Python programming and automation experience.
• Experience with SSD products, storage systems, or the storage industry.
• Experience with NAND flash memory and other non-volatile storage technologies.
• Ability to apply baseline digital fluency and role‑appropriate AI literacy to use AI‑enabled tools responsibly and effectively for research, analysis, content creation, problem‑solving, operational tasks, and achieving business outcomes

Embody Micron’s Core Values

• People – Respect, develop, and empower others
• Innovation – Drive continuous improvement and breakthrough thinking
• Tenacity – Show grit and determination
• Collaboration – Build trust and foster teamwork
• Customer Focus – Deliver excellence and value
• Speed – Act with purpose and set the pace

Job Profile(s):

Firmware Engineer 5

Relocation level: (TBD)

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