Principal Engineer - Validation
Core
Define test plans, develop test scripts, and validate SSD firmware for Micron NAND-based systems across functional, system, and customer qualification areas.
Role type
Principal Engineer - Validation (Embedded Firmware/SSD)
Builds
Micron SSD products for hyperscale/datacenter customers
Domain
Storage hardware, Embedded firmware, NVMe/PCIe protocols
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
NVMe/PCIe specifications, SSD firmware validation, IO workload generation, protocol debugging (NVMe/SAS), automated test environment integration, test result documentation, cross-functional collaboration, AI agent performance validation, Auto code generators, Python coding, Linux/Windows debugging
Preferred skills
Lecroy/JDSU analyzer usage, Medusa/SanBlaze/Oakgate tools, UNH/PCIe-CV test suites, 8-14 years embedded firmware experience, 4+ years SSD product validation
Technologies
NVMe, PCIe, Python, Linux, Windows, Lecroy, JDSU, Medusa, SanBlaze, Oakgate, UNH, PCIe-CV
Responsibilities
Define test plans and develop test scripts for SSD firmware validation; Integrate tests into automated environments and collaborate with execution teams; Review, track, and document test results and sightings; Drive issues to closure by interfacing with product development teams; Communicate program status, issues, and strategies to stakeholders; Demonstrate competency in NVMe/PCIe specifications and customer-specific requirements
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategy & mentorship
