Senior Engineer, Firmware Test Development

5 Hours ago • 4-6 Years • Quality Assurance • $134,400 PA - $201,600 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Samsung Semiconductor's Enterprise SSD division seeks a Senior Engineer for Firmware Test Development. Responsibilities include developing black-box functional test coverage and methodologies for NVMe SSDs, ensuring alignment with product specifications and customer requirements. The role involves investigating and debugging test failures, collaborating with firmware teams, analyzing customer issues, and enhancing test coverage. Collaboration with both local and international teams, including OEM customers, is essential. This position requires daily on-site presence at the San Jose, CA office.
Must have:
  • Develop NVMe SSD firmware tests
  • Strong programming (Python, C, Linux)
  • PCIe/NVMe protocol understanding
  • Enterprise storage/server experience
  • Debug test failures, collaborate with firmware team
Perks:
  • Competitive pay and benefits
  • Paid time off
  • Fertility care/adoption stipend
  • Medical travel support
  • On-site gym and cafe
  • Flexible work environment
  • Charitable giving match

Job Details

Please Note:

To provide the best candidate experience amidst our high application volumes, each candidate is limited to 10 applications across all open jobs within a 6-month period. 

Advancing the World’s Technology Together
Our technology solutions power the tools you use every day--including smartphones, electric vehicles, hyperscale data centers, IoT devices, and so much more. Here, you’ll have an opportunity to be part of a global leader whose innovative designs are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and powering the future. 

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.

The Technology Enabling Development Lab (TED) Our core development focus is the host interface firmware layer that sits in the intersection of system software and flash management firmware. This key host interface firmware technology drives Samsung’s breakthrough V-NAND technology and enables our customers to power performance-oriented, demanding, enterprise-class applications ranging from hyper-scale data centers, to big data processing, to software defined virtualized storage arrays and infrastructures.

We are seeking a dynamic and knowledgeable Senior Engineer, Firmware Test Development in the Enterprise SSD division at Samsung.

What You’ll Do

  • Develop black-box functional test coverage and methodologies for NVMe SSDs to validate firmware.
  • Ensure functional test coverage aligns with product specifications and customer requirements.
  • Investigate and debug test failures; collaborate with the firmware team to reproduce issues and design experiments.
  • Analyze customer-reported issues and enhance test coverage to address identified gaps.
  • Collaborate effectively with both local and international teams, including U.S.-based and global OEM customers.


Location:  Daily onsite presence at our San Jose, CA office / U.S. headquarters in alignment with our Flexible Work policy.

What You Bring

  • Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years of experience, or Master’s degree with 2+ year of experience in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Strong programming background with proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, C, and Linux shell scripting.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
  • Solid understanding of PCIe/NVMe (or SAS) protocols.
  • Familiarity with enterprise storage or server systems; hands-on experience with both Linux and Windows Server environments.
  • Experience with storage testing tools, including performance benchmarking, I/O stress testing, protocol compliance tools, and bug tracking systems.

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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 service.
Prioritize Emotional Wellness With on-demand apps and paid therapy sessions, you’ll have support no matter where you are.
Stay Fit Eating well and being active are important parts of a healthy life. Our onsite Café and gym, plus virtual classes, make it easier.
Embrace Flexibility Benefits are best when you have the space to use them. That’s why we facilitate a flexible environment so you can find the right balance for you.

Base Pay Range

$134,400 - $201,600 USD

Equal Opportunity Employment Policy 

Samsung Semiconductor takes pride in being an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to fostering an environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered to excel, regardless of race, religion, color, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, or veteran status.

When selecting team members, we prioritize talent and qualities such as humility, kindness, and dedication. We extend comprehensive accommodations throughout our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long-term conditions, neurodivergent individuals, or those requiring pregnancy-related support. All candidates scheduled for an interview will receive guidance on requesting accommodations.

Recruiting Agency Policy

We do not accept unsolicited resumes. Only authorized recruitment agencies that have a current and valid agreement with Samsung Semiconductor, Inc. are permitted to submit resumes for any job openings.

Covid-19 Policy

To help keep our employees, customers, and communities safe, we've developed guidelines for our team. Currently, we encourage vaccination for all employees and may require it depending on job functions (e.g., traveling for business, meeting with customers). While visiting our offices or attending team events, we ask employees to complete a daily health questionnaire and complete a weekly COVID test. Our COVID policies are subject to change depending on public health, regulatory, and business circumstances. 

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