Staff / Principal Engineer, Firmware Test (SSD)

MICRON SEMICONDUCTOR ASIA OPERATIONS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

MICRON SEMICONDUCTOR ASIA OPERATIONS PTE. LTD. seeks a security validation engineer to define and own end-to-end security validation strategies across SSD lifecycles, from development to sustaining.

The role focuses on architecting scalable validation frameworks for current and next-generation SSD firmware platforms. You will lead root cause analyses of security-related issues, drive automation roadmaps, and collaborate with firmware/system teams on secure design reviews and threat modeling,

Qualifications

• B.Sc. or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in SSD firmware test development or validation.

Responsibilities

• Define and own end-to-end security validation strategies across SSD product lifecycles (development, qualification, release, sustaining).
• Architect and maintain scalable security validation frameworks for current and next-gen SSD firmware platforms.
• Lead root cause analysis of security-related failures, customer escalations, qualification issues, and field escapes; drive corrective and preventive actions.
• Drive security test automation roadmaps, regression infrastructure, and validation tool development to improve coverage and efficiency.
• Collaborate with firmware and system architects on secure design reviews, threat modeling, and security-focused code reviews.
• Assess and communicate security risks, validation coverage gaps, and mitigation strategies to stakeholders and leadership.

Skills

Python scripting

Firmware validation

Test automation

Data-driven decisions

Education

BSc or higher in EE/CE/CS

Tools

PCIe

NVMe

NVMe-MI

OCP

Git

Job description

Main Responsibilities

• Define and own end-to-end security validation strategies across SSD product lifecycles, including development, qualification, release, and sustaining activities.
• Architect and maintain scalable security validation frameworks for current and next-generation SSD firmware platforms.
• Lead root cause analysis of security-related failures, customer escalations, qualification issues, and field escapes; drive corrective and preventive actions.
• Drive security test automation roadmaps, regression infrastructure, and validation tool development to improve coverage and efficiency.
• Collaborate with firmware architects, system architects, and development teams on secure design reviews, threat modeling, and security-focused code reviews.
• Assess and communicate security risks, validation coverage gaps, and mitigation strategies to stakeholders and leadership.

Other Responsibilities

• Mentor engineers and provide technical leadership in security validation methodologies, test automation, and problem-solving approaches.
• Influence security validation standards, best practices, and qualification readiness across multiple SSD product generations.
• Present technical findings, project risks, and validation status updates to cross-functional and leadership teams.

AI Responsibilities

• Integrates AI-assisted tools and insights into daily work to improve efficiency, quality, or effectiveness, exercising sound judgment and complying with organizational standards and legal requirements.
• Contributes to a culture of continuous improvement by identifying, testing, and sharing AI-enabled enhancements within one's scope of work.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent.
• Over 5 years of experience in SSD firmware test development or validation.

Technical Skills

• Develop, execute, and enhance SSD firmware validation and test solutions, leveraging Python for test automation and framework development.
• Deep understanding of storage industry protocols and specifications such as PCIe, NVMe, NVMe-MI and OCP.
• Perform validation of NAND flash operations and SSD firmware components, ensuring product reliability and quality.
• Analyze, debug, and troubleshoot NAND, firmware, and system-level issues in SSD products.
• Contribute to firmware development and validation workflows using Agile methodologies, Git-based development processes, and branch management.

Soft Skills

• Structured problem-solving and data-driven decision making for complex technical issues.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management skills.
• Clear technical communication and ability to influence architecture and validation decisions.
• Mentoring, coaching, and technical leadership capabilities.

Preferred Skills

• Industry contributions through publications, patents, or participation in standards organizations.
• to apply role-appropriate AI literacy and digital fluency to leverage AI-enabled tools responsibly and effectively.

Embody Micron's Core Values

• People - Respect, develop, and empower others
• Innovation - Drive continuous improvement and breakthrough thinking
• Tenacity - Show grit and determination
• Collaboration - Build trust and foster teamwork
• Customer Focus - Deliver excellence and value
• Speed - Act with purpose and set the pace