Staff Engineer, Firmware Data Center SSD

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We believe innovation and growth are driven by an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce. We’re dedicated to empowering people to be their true selves. Together, we’re building a better tomorrow for our employees, customers, partners, and communities.

What You’ll Do

We are looking for a dynamic, self-motivated engineer to develop and support our cutting-edge Data Center NVMe SSD products.

Location: Hybrid, working onsite at our San Jose, CA headquarters 3 days a week, with the flexibility to work remotely the remainder of your time.

Job ID: 42025

• Data Center NVMe SSD firmware development and debug for OEMs
• Analyze, debug, and resolve firmware issues observed at domestic and international customer sites as well as at local and overseas development centers.
• Triage and root cause system, driver, and device interoperability issues at customer sites.
• Spec gap analysis, firmware customization\development; collaborate with other engineering teams to analyze debug information and implement and deploy firmware patches.
• Frequent travel and stay at domestic and international customer sites as well as overseas development centers for extended periods of time (can be up to multiple weeks at a time).
• Assist customers by running or inspecting their tests at onsite locations.
• FW implementation for customer specific features

What You Bring

• BS in Computer Science or related technical field with 10+ of relevant experience in software or firmware or a MS in Computer/Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Computer Science with 8+ years or PhD in engineering or related Science with 5+ years of Industry Experience preferred.
• Strong familiarity with Data Center firmware feature design, implementation, and debugging challenges.
• Strong knowledge in NVMe / OCP specification.
• Strong experience in C/C++ for embedded systems is required.
• Strong experience with UART/JTAG/ICE debuggers, firmware debugging and protocol analyzers
• Good verbal and written skills for communication and documentation of technical information
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team player, as part of a local and globally distributed team.
• Open to frequent and possible extended domestic and/or international travel.
• Familiar with PCIe/NVMe protocol and Knowledge in NAND is a plus.
• Strong understanding of Data Center SSD customer requirements and standards
• Direct working experience with major Data Center OEMs in customer facing Firmware support role.
• Proven track of record demonstrating technical leadership role in SSD FW development.
• Ability to work well with internal and external customers
• Knowledge in NVMe driver on OS is a plus
• You’re inclusive, adapting your style to the situation and diverse global norms of our people.
• An avid learner, you approach challenges with curiosity and resilience, seeking data to help build understanding.
• You’re collaborative, building relationships, humbly offering support and openly welcoming approaches.
• Innovative and creative, you proactively explore new ideas and adapt quickly to change.

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What We Offer
The pay range below is for all roles at this level across all US locations and functions. Individual pay rates depend on a number of factors—including the role’s function and location, as well as the individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, education, and training. We also offer incentive opportunities that reward employees based on individual and company performance. 

This is in addition to our diverse package of benefits centered around the wellbeing of our employees and their loved ones. In addition to the usual Medical/Dental/Vision/401k, our inclusive rewards plan empowers our people to care for their whole selves. An investment in your future is an investment in ours.

Give Back With a charitable giving match and frequent opportunities to get involved, we take an active role in supporting the community.
Enjoy Time Away You’ll start with 4+ weeks of paid time off a year, plus holidays and sick leave, to rest and recharge.
Care for Family Whatever family means to you, we want to support you along the way—including a stipend for fertility care or adoption, medical travel support, and an errand