Engineer, MTFW Validation, SSDPE

Micron Technology; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 2,400,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology’s SSD Engineering Group is expanding to validate firmware for a brand-new storage controller build, interfacing with architecture, hardware, firmware, and test teams across geographies. You will craft test plans and automation scripts, run tests in a firmware CI with simulation and FPGA, and help isolate issues while prioritizing failures.

You will also explore AI-enabled methods to improve efficiency, leveraging Micron-supported tools to accelerate validation, analytics, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience with embedded firmware validation and hardware familiarity is essential.
• Strong scripting and Python programming capabilities for automation and testing.
• Familiarity with storage technology (SSD/HDD) and interfaces (PCIe/NVMe/SATA/SAS).
• Experience with NAND flash and non-volatile storage domains.
• Knowledge of I2C, SPI, SMBUS protocols is desirable.
• Experience with Jenkins or similar CI tools.
• Ability to work autonomously and in cross-functional teams.
• Experience using AI-powered tools to enhance engineering productivity and automation.

Responsibilities

• Validate firmware for a brand-new storage controller build as part of a distributed team.
• Define test plans and develop automated test scripts using industry-standard tools and internal test platforms.
• Coordinate automated tests within a firmware CI environment using software simulation and FPGA platforms.
• Prioritize failures, file bug reports, and support development teams in isolating issues.
• Identify opportunities to improve engineering efficiency and AI-enabled workflows across teams.

Skills

Embedded firmware validation

Scripting languages

Python programming

Storage industry experience

PCIe/NVMe/SATA/SAS interfaces

NAND flash storage

I2C/SPI/SMBUS

Jenkins

Autonomous work

Cross-functional teamwork

AI-powered tools

AI-driven workflows

AI governance & responsible use

Continuous learning of AI proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

Master’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Jenkins

GitHub Copilot

Microsoft Copilot

Claude Code

Job description

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.

Micron Technology’s SSD Engineering Group is passionate about developing groundbreaking memory controllers, applying advanced hardware and firmware, to support Micron’s SSD product roadmap. We are crafting world‑class solutions by emphasizing high‑quality engineering, using the latest tools and techniques, and collaborating closely in a team‑oriented environment.

Our team is growing to embrace the broadening market opportunities alongside Micron’s remarkable memory technology. We are building premier solutions by concentrating on outstanding engineering, employing the most current tools and approaches, and operating within a closely knit team environment.

We strive for a highly productive and enjoyable working environment. It is a priority for us to provide a rich and nurturing environment where everybody in the team can contribute and grow their skills and knowledge.

Responsibilities And Tasks

You will be responsible for working as part of a team validating the firmware being developed for a brand new storage controller build. You will interact with the architecture, hardware, firmware, and firmware test teams located in multiple geographies to gain a full understanding of the firmware composition.

You will apply your knowledge of firmware build to define test plans and develop automated test scripts using industry-standard and internal test tools and platforms. You will coordinate the running of automated tests within a firmware continuous integration environment that uses software simulation and an FPGA platform. You will prioritize failures, submit bug reports, and support development teams in isolating issues.

Furthermore, you will identify opportunities to improve engineering efficiency, test coverage, and productivity through AI‑enabled ways of working. You will leverage approved AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot, Claude Code, and other Micron‑supported AI solutions to accelerate test development, automate analysis and reporting, improve debugging workflows, and generate insights from validation data. You will apply AI responsibly and securely in accordance with Micron’s AI governance and appropriate-use guidelines while continuously exploring new AI-driven approaches to enhance engineering effectiveness.

Experience / Skills

• Knowledge and extensive experience with embedded firmware validation
• Expertise in the use of scripting languages, programming tools, and environments
• Extensive programming experience in Python
• Experience in the storage industry in SSD, HDD, storage systems, or a related technology
• Understanding of storage interfaces including ideally PCIe/NVMe, SATA, or SAS
• Experience with NAND flash and other non‑volatile storage
• Working experience on I2C, SPI, and SMBUS protocols is desirable
• Good to have knowledge on Jenkins
• Ability to work autonomously with minimal daily oversight
• Capacity to operate in a cross‑functional team environment while managing several priorities simultaneously
• Demonstrated ability to use AI‑powered tools and assistants (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, or equivalent technologies) to enhance engineering productivity, software development, automation, data analysis, and reporting.
• Understanding of AI‑enabled ways of working, including effective prompting, AI‑assisted problem solving, and automation of engineering workflows.
• Ability to evaluate AI‑generated outputs, apply human judgment and validation, and use AI solutions responsibly in accordance with Micron policies and governance requirements.
• Commitment to continuous learning and development of AI proficiency to support Micron’s AI transformation initiatives.

Education & Experience

Position requires at least a Bachelor’s degree or a Master’s degree or equivalent experience in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, along with knowledge of hardware.

About Micron Technology, Inc.

We are an industry leader in innovative memory and storage solutions transforming how the world uses information to enrich life for all. With a relentless focus on our customers, technology leadership, and manufacturing and operational excellence, Micron delivers a rich portfolio of high-performance DRAM, NAND, and NOR memory and storage products through our Micron® and Crucial® brands. Every day, the innovations that our people create fuel the data economy, enabling advances in artificial intelligence and 5G applications that unleash opportunities — from the data center to the intelligent edge and across the client and mobile user experience.

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