Staff Firmware Test Developer
About this role
*PLEASE NOTE: This interview process features an in-person, onsite interview format at our San Jose, CA campus.**
About the Company:
At SK Hynix Memory Solutions, we're at the forefront of semiconductor innovation, developing advanced memory solutions that power everything from smartphones to data centers. As a global leader in DRAM and NAND flash technologies, we drive the evolution of advancing mobile technology, empowering cloud computing, and pioneering future technologies. Our cutting-edge memory technologies are essential in today's most advanced electronic devices and IT infrastructure, enabling enhanced performance and user experiences across the digital landscape.
We're looking for innovative minds to join our mission of shaping the future of technology. At SK Hynix Memory, you'll be part of a team that's pioneering breakthrough memory solutions while maintaining a strong commitment to sustainability. We're not just adapting to technological change – we're driving it, with significant investments in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and eco-friendly solutions and operational practices. As we continue to expand our market presence and push the boundaries of what's possible in semiconductor technology, we invite you to be part of our journey to creating the next generation of memory solutions that will define the future of computing.
About the Role:
- Create comprehensive firmware verification plans covering NVMe standards, enterprise SSD protocols, and customer specifications (e.g., SMART, Trim, Get Log Page, OCP).
- Design and deploy white-box, grey-box, and black-box automation tests using Python to validate security protocols and firmware functionality on a module-by-module basis.
- Execute and own end-to-end testing across diverse platforms, including simulation, FPGA prototyping, and prototype SSD hardware.
- Utilize deep SSD domain expertise to analyze weekly regression failures, root-cause complex firmware bugs, and drive issue resolution.
- Partner closely with firmware development teams during code reviews to improve software architecture, expand test coverage, and elevate overall code quality.
- Own test reporting and articulately communicate technical challenges, solutions, and mitigation plans to both engineering teams and management.
Education / Experience:
- Bachelors in Electrical Engineering, Digital Sciences, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and five (5) years of progressive, post-baccalaureate experience in job offered or in an engineering-related occupation.
Position requires experience in:
- SSD firmware testing and/or development.
- SSD or NAND Flash development industry.
- Code development using Python, C/C++, and Javascript.
- Storage industry protocols including NVMe, ONFI, and TCG Opal.
- Agile development, GIT development flow, Branch management and tools.
- Test automation, testing methodologies and test tools.
- Automated build, continuous integration, and test automation systems.
COMPENSATION: $110,000-$160,000
REGARDING COMPENSATION:
SK hynix memory solutions America Inc. offers you the opportunity to apply your skills to exciting projects while working with innovative teams. Our compensation package is complimented by a generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and a company 401(k) match, as well as cafeteria, onsite gym and much more. If you are motivated by technical challenges, we offer a collaborative work environment that encourages career growth.
The salary offered to a selected candidate will be tailored based on several factors, including the location, job grade, relevant knowledge, skills, and experience. We also take into account the internal equity among our current team members to ensure fairness and competitiveness
Company at a glance
SK hynix memory solutions America Inc. (SKHMS America) was formed in August 2012 as a result of the acquisition of LinkAMedia Devices Corporation (LAMD) by SK hynix.
About SK hynix
SK hynix will present a valuable future to stakeholders, including customers, partners, investors, communities, members, and so on through Global Tech Leadership, thereby enriching and further developing the global ICT industry. We are also sharing our expertise and experience in the semiconductor field gained from the establishment of our “We Do Tech Center” along with investments in technical cooperation for our partners, thereby striving to boost the semiconductor ecosystem.
About SKHMS America
The integration of the controller solution know-how of SKHMS combined with the Advanced Non-volatile memories, DRAM technologies and the manufacturing capabilities of SK hynix produces leading-edge products across multiple market segments. Full vertical integration of controller hardware, advanced flash memory systems architecture, firmware, DRAM, NAND and other forms of non-volatile memory coupled with high volume memory manufacturing capability is quite rare in the industry. This allows our customers to have a one-stop storage solution provider with the capacity, support and expertise the industry demands. The combined focus of SK hynix and SKHMS provides excellent opportunity to become a market leader in Enterprise, Client and Mobile storage.
Some notable company achievements
-SK hynix 1st with LDPC error correction solution
-Delivered high performing competitive PCIe/SATA Controller for enterprise/client SSD with 2D/3D/4D NAND
- SATA – SE3010/SE4011
- PCIe – PE4010/PE6000 series/PE8000 series
-Developed highest performance eMMC Controller and delivered highest performance MPHY IP for UFS Controller for smartphones and tablets
Top Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) match
- Cafeteria
- Onsite gym
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