Engineer, Systems Design Engineering

Sandisk; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandisk is seeking a systems engineer to drive next-generation solid-state product design. In this role, you will deliver design specifications, test objectives, and debugging across ASIC, HW, firmware and validation teams.

You will evaluate technical tradeoffs to meet cost and schedule targets and support the design process from concept to validation. You will work with cross-functional teams in Bengaluru, India, and contribute to milestone tracking, risk mitigation, and internal and external

Qualifications

• Master’s in Embedded Systems, VLSI, or Microelectronics.
• Bachelor’s in Electronics & Communications, EEE, or CS.
• Programming in C/C++, SystemC or Python.

Responsibilities

• Represent systems engineering in product development forums.
• Deliver design specs, test objectives, and debugging.
• Collaborate with ASIC, HW, Firmware, and Validation teams.
• Identify optimal tradeoffs among technical, cost, and schedule.
• Track system milestones to meet goals.

Skills

C

C++

SystemC

Python

Education

Master’s in Embedded Systems / VLSI / Microelectronics

Bachelor’s in Electronics & Communications / EEE / CS

Job description

• Job Type (exemption status): Exempt position - Please see related compensation & benefits details below
• Business Function: Systems Design Engineering

Company Description

Sandiskunderstands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape.

Sandiskmeets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibilityforward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globallyforinnovation, performance and quality.

Sandiskhas two facilities recognized by the World EconomicForum as part of the Global Lighthouse Networkforadvanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthousesforbreakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world movingforward.

Job Description

Job Summary:

In this role, you will represent the systems engineering team in product development forums, with a focus on developing the next-generation solid-state products. Your responsibilities will include delivering product design specifications, test objectives, and debugging. Your main task will be identifying the most optimal solution, considering technical, cost, and schedule tradeoffs. This role will involve close collaboration with ASIC, HW, Firmware, and Validation teams to address technical challenges and determine the most beneficial solutions. Your duties will also include supporting the system design lead in the design process from concept to implementation to validation and tracking system-milestones to ensure that product goals and deliverables are met.

Key Responsibilities:

• Learn constantly, dive into new areas with unfamiliar technologies, and embrace the ambiguity of problem-solving.
• Understand customer specifications and drive design changes to meet them.
• Deliver product design specification documents and test objectives.
• Align the development and validation process with cross-functional teams.
• Create internal and external specifications, stay current with technology trends and roadmaps.
• Proactively identify risks during development phase and lead mitigation planning
• Perform system failure analysis on test environment issues including tester hardware, test platform software and frontend
• Apply critical thinking to the results/data of competitive analysis and provide guidance for product development.
• Partner with cross-functional teams, including ASIC, Firmware, and Validation, to ensure seamless product development.
• Foster innovation and contribute to the development of products that will achieve widespread market presence. You will work closely with excellent colleague engineers, cope with complex challenges, innovate, and develop products that will be sold in millions of units.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

• Master's degree in Embedded Systems, VLSI, or Microelectronics; or Bachelor's degree (B.E./B.Tech) in Electronics & Communications, Electrical & Electronics, or Computer Science or equivalent
• Proficiency in C, C++, SystemC, or Python programming languages
• Demonstrated college projects or academic coursework in embedded systems or hardware design
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate technical tradeoffs

PREFERRED:

• Familiarity with industry technical specifications including PCIe Gen5/6 technology, NVMe specifications, storage systems, NAND flash protocols, and DDR DRAM architecture
• Basic understanding of solid-state drive (SSD) system-level concepts and architecture
• Experience reading and interpreting hardware block diagrams and circuit schematics
• Knowledge of system design methodologies, design documentation tools, and specification development processes
• Experience with system-level validation, testing methodologies, or failure analysis in hardware environments
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams
• Experience identifying technical risks during product development and contributing to mitigation strategies
• High level of integrity, commitment to quality, attention to detail, and strong can‑do attitude

Additional Information

Sandisk thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Sandisk is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [e-mail] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.