Firmware Apps Engineer, SSD Controller – Debug & Deliver

Silicon Motion; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Silicon Motion in Milpitas, CA, is seeking a Firmware Applications Engineer for SSD controller products. You will develop firmware features to meet product specifications and customer requirements, and collaborate with FAE and customers.

The role requires 3+ years in software/firmware applications, C/C++ expertise, JTAG/ICE debugging, and knowledge of PCIe/NVMe or SATA. Domestic and international travel may be required; Mandarin speaking is a plus.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in software/firmware applications engineering.
• Experience in SSD ARM or ARC micro-controller/firmware architecture.
• Experience in the storage industry in SSD/HDD/storage systems or related tech.

Responsibilities

• Develop firmware features to meet product specifications and customer requirements.
• Debug problems during internal or customer firmware testing.
• Perform root cause analysis and fix issues.
• Work with FAE and customers to resolve firmware issues.

Skills

C/C++ programming

JTAG/ICE debugging

Git version control

SSD firmware knowledge

Team collaboration

Tools

JTAG/ICE Debuggers

Git

Job description

Silicon Motion in Milpitas, CA, is seeking a Firmware Applications Engineer for SSD controller products. You will develop firmware features to meet product specifications and customer requirements, and collaborate with FAE and customers.

The role requires 3+ years in software/firmware applications, C/C++ expertise, JTAG/ICE debugging, and knowledge of PCIe/NVMe or SATA. Domestic and international travel may be required; Mandarin speaking is a plus.