Storage Device Driver Specialist

Samsung Electronics; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 5,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Samsung Semiconductor India Research (SSIR) in Bangalore seeks an experienced Linux kernel driver developer to build NVMe-based storage drivers. You will collaborate with global teams to advance memory and storage technologies and ensure high-performance firmware.

The role requires 8–14 years in kernel development, deep C expertise, and strong debugging and open-source experience. You will contribute to design reviews, documentation, and CI/CD processes while maintaining robust, portable driver

Qualifications

• 8–14 years of Linux kernel driver development experience.
• B.Tech/B.E./M.Tech./M.E in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Strong knowledge of NVMe storage, PCIe, and memory subsystems.
• Experience with Linux kernel internals, drivers, and open source processes.
• Familiarity with CI/CD and debugging tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop Linux kernel drivers for NVMe-based storage devices.
• Troubleshoot NVMe driver issues and collaborate with open-source community.
• Maintain driver documentation and design/user guides.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Work with cross-functional teams across Samsung locations.

Skills

C programming

Linux kernel

NVMe protocol

PCIe

Git

CI/CD

SAS/SATA/SCSI

OS concepts

Data structures & algorithms

Debugging tools (gdb, ftrace)

English communication

Education

B.Tech/B.E/M.Tech/M.E

Tools

Git

Linux kernel build tools

Job description

Position Summary

Position Summary About Samsung Semiconductor India Research (SSIR) Samsung Semiconductor India Research; Bangalore (SSIR) is largest overseas research & development centers for Samsung Semiconductor. SSIR is organized into verticals aligned with the business divisions of Samsung Semiconductor, which includes System LSI, Memory. Memory business is one of the flagship and most profitable businesses within Samsung Semiconductor. Memory business boasts of being the world first in many technology & product areas. The Memory division at SSIR (MST) is a key partner for Samsung Korea R&D and has critical responsibilities for many products being developed within Samsung Memory business. The MST Software team works on firmware development for Flash based products (Solid State Drives, UFS, eMMC, MicroSD) and Client Software to enable Samsung products in market. In addition, this team is also responsible for research on new storage technologies and bringing new concepts to memory products. Teams in India, Korea and US work together to achieve overall Memory business goals. We explore new technologies in a broad spectrum of areas ranging from emerging Non-Volatile Memory (Storage Class Memories), Low-Latency System designs, Interface protocols and standards, Device Drivers & OS components, Open Ecosystem & Platforms. Current Position is in Linux driver development on Linux OS for a Cross Platform Application, which is used for SSD Validation with C & Experience with storage protocols like NVMe, SAS, will be an added advantage.

Role and Responsibilities

• Design and develop Linux kernel drivers for NVMe-based storage devices
• Sound knowledge on NVMe Spec, SRIOV and MFND will be added advantage
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to NVMe driver.
• Work with open source community to upstream patch and features.
• Maintain documentation related to driver development, design documents and user guides.
• Participate in code review, and providing constructive feedback
• Experience – {8 – 14} years of experience Linux kernel driver development.
• Technical skills- Proficiency in C programming
• Good understanding of Linux kernel architecture and driver model
• Hands on experience with NVMe protocol and storage devices.
• Knowledge on PCI spec and driver will be added advantage
• Experience in debugging tools like gdb, ftrace, kdump.
• Experience with CI/CD practices
• Experience with other storage protocols like SCSI, SAS or SATA
• Exposure to AI/ML concepts or prior experience in applying AI/ML techniques is an added advantage.
• Tools- Git version control system
• Linux kernel build tools and environments
• Good knowledge about OS concepts like Virtual Memory, Process, Threads etc.
• Good in Data structures and algorithms.
• Strong debugging and analytical skills.
• Good at writing clean, readable C code
• Implementing automated testing platforms and unit tests
• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools Such as GIT/SVN
• Familiarity with continuous integration & Agile Development
• Experience with full project life cycle
• Strong analytical skills
• The ability to work well under pressure independently and within a team
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of Storage protocols like NVMe, SAS, and SATA

Skills and Qualifications

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