Senior Manager, Technology Development Engineering (NAND Device physics, Memory Reliability , NAND Failure Analysis)

Sandisk; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandisk seeks a Senior Manager to lead Memory Reliability & Qualification engineering in Bengaluru. You will oversee NAND qualification lifecycles, drive innovation, and build a high‑performing team while translating business goals into technical strategies.

You will guide engineers in failure analysis, root cause analysis, and device physics, with strong emphasis on data analytics, budgets, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure timely, high‑quality memory solutions.

Qualifications

• MS Degree in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field.
• 13+ years of experience in reliability testing, product development engineering or failure analysis.
• 7+ years in a management role handling a team size of at least 10 members.
• Strong technical knowledge in semiconductor domain, device physics, data analysis/analytics.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and scale engineering teams.
• Excellent project management skills with experience managing complex, multi-disciplinary projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in budget management and resource planning.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of NAND Technology Reliability engineers.
• Develop and execute memory qualification strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Oversee the complete qualification lifecycle from requirements to memory qualification.
• Manage engineering budgets, resource allocation, and project timelines.
• Make critical technical decisions based on performance and reliability data.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless delivery.
• Develop and implement performance metrics to track productivity and quality.
• Represent the team in executive meetings and strategic planning sessions.

Skills

NAND Technology

Failure Analysis

Root Cause Analysis

Device Physics

Data Analysis

Team Leadership

Programming

Education

MS Degree in Electrical Engineering or Applied Physics

Tools

C Programming

Python scripting

Shell scripting

Job description

Senior Manager, Technology Development Engineering (NAND Device physics, Memory Reliability , NAND Failure Analysis)

• Full-time
• Job Type (exemption status): Exempt position - Please see related compensation & benefits details below
• Business Function: Technology Development Engineering

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 portfolioof 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 ourglobal reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world movingforward.

We're looking for an experienced Senior Manager to lead our Memory Reliability & Qualification engineering organization in Bengaluru, India. In this strategic leadership role, you will oversee the complete NAND Flash memory qualification lifecycle, drive innovation, and build a high-performing engineering team. You will be responsible for translating business objectives into technical strategies while maintaining operational excellence and delivering world-class solutions.

• Lead and mentor a team of NAND Technology Reliability engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• The candidate should have a vast experience in semiconductor industry along with strong skills in Failure Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, Device Physics and programming
• Develop and execute memory qualification strategies aligned with organizational goals and business demands
• Oversee the complete qualification lifecycle, from requirements gathering through successful memory qualification, ensuring timely delivery and attention to details
• Manage engineering budgets, resource allocation, and project timelines to optimize operational efficiency
• Make critical technical decisions based on the performance and reliability checkpoint data to judge the memorytechnology
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product engineering, test engineering and product management to ensure seamless delivery
• Develop and implement performance metrics to track engineering team productivity and deliverables quality
• Represent the team in executive meetings and strategic planning sessions

**Required Qualifications:**

• MS Degree in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field.
• 13+ years of experience in reliability testing,product development engineering or failure analysis
• 7+ years of experience in a management role handling a team size of at least 10 members
• Strong technical knowledge in semiconductor domain, device physics, data analysis/analytics
• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and scale engineering teams
• Excellent project management skills with experience managing complex, multi-disciplinary projects
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail
• Proficiency in budget management and resource planning
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

**Preferred Qualifications:**

• Experience in NAND Flash Reliability testing is a big plus
• Experience in semiconductor, automotive orelectronicsindustries
• Familiarity with Agile and Scrum methodologies
• C Programming &Scripting (Python/Shell scripting).
• Experience with cross-functional team leadership in matrix organizations

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.

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