Senior NVMe SSD Validation Engineer — Impact & Innovation

SK hynix memory solutions; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Match

Onsite Gym

Cafeteria

Job summary

SK hynix memory solutions America Inc. is seeking an experienced NVMe test engineer to develop and execute test plans for devices and systems, focusing on NVMe/OCP/PCIe specifications. You will perform DVT testing, analyze failures, and drive root-cause resolution with cross-functional teams.

The role requires 5+ years in data storage, strong NVMe knowledge, and the ability to work onsite in San Jose. Familiarity with Linux/ESXi/Windows Server and AI-assisted productivity is a plus, with

Qualifications

• 5+ years in the data storage industry (enterprise SSD/NVMe experience preferred).
• Fundamental NVMe concepts: Admin and I/O commands, Log Pages, PLP, Controller Resets, OOB interface.
• Familiarity with storage test methodologies for NVMe, OCP, and PCIe; ability to capture signal waveforms and PCIe traces.
• Experience with enterprise servers in Linux, ESXi, and Windows Server OS environments.
• Strong system/device debugging skills and the ability to resolve complex issues independently.
• Experience leveraging AI tools (Claude, ChatGPT, SkHy or Gemini) to boost engineering productivity.

Responsibilities

• Develop test plans for devices/systems based on NVMe/OCP/PCIe specs and customer requirements.
• Perform DVT testing for release and test firmware; execute suites, report results, and track defects.
• Analyze failures, identify root causes, and collaborate with teams to resolve issues.
• Engage with 3rd-party vendors for test updates, tool development, and platform troubleshooting.
• Stay current on NVMe, OCP, PCIe features and leverage AI tools to improve efficiency.

Skills

NVMe concepts

OCP/PCIe

Linux/ESXi/Windows

Debugging

AI tools (Claude, ChatGPT)

Education

B.S. in CS or EE

Tools

Test plans

Root cause analysis

Job description

SK hynix memory solutions America Inc. is seeking an experienced NVMe test engineer to develop and execute test plans for devices and systems, focusing on NVMe/OCP/PCIe specifications. You will perform DVT testing, analyze failures, and drive root-cause resolution with cross-functional teams.

The role requires 5+ years in data storage, strong NVMe knowledge, and the ability to work onsite in San Jose. Familiarity with Linux/ESXi/Windows Server and AI-assisted productivity is a plus, with