Sr Engineer, FW & Product Test Eng

Micron Technology; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 127,000 - 249,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology in Colorado is seeking a Staff Engineer (E4) to validate enterprise SSD firmware, focusing on NVMe front-end features and customer specs. You will develop tests, automate with Python, and analyze failures, collaborating with firmware engineers, data scientists, and mentors to scale testing and quality.

Experience with NVMe, PCIe, and AI-enabled process improvements, plus strong communication, is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent practical experience.
• 8+ years of experience in SSD firmware testing, firmware validation, or firmware development.
• Strong knowledge of NVMe architecture, storage protocols, PCIe, and host-to-device interactions.
• Experience with Python-based test automation, debugging firmware issues, and analyzing hardware/firmware interactions.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement SSD firmware test strategies across development, qualification, and sustaining phases.
• Design and implement tests for firmware features, NVMe protocols, security capabilities, and system behaviors.
• Analyze failures from regressions, customer issues, and field returns to identify root cause and drive resolution.
• Build and maintain Python-based automation, regression frameworks, and test coverage reporting.
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams on feature validation, debug, design reviews, and AI-enabled process improvements.

Skills

NVMe architecture

Python-based test automation

Firmware testing

PCIe

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or CS

Tools

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all.

Summary Of The Role

The Staff Engineer (E4) in the Firmware & Product Testing (FPT) team supports the validation of enterprise SSD firmware through test development, automation, execution, and failure analysis. This role focuses on NVMe front-end features and customer specifications while applying Python-based automation and data-driven techniques to improve test efficiency and product quality. Working closely with firmware test engineers, senior mentors, and data scientists, the engineer gains hands-on experience at the intersection of firmware validation and AI/ML, contributing to more effective and scalable testing methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement SSD firmware test strategies across development, qualification, and sustaining phases
• Design and implement tests for firmware features, NVMe protocols, security capabilities, and system behaviors
• Analyze failures from regressions, customer issues, and field returns to identify root cause and drive resolution
• Build and maintain Python-based automation, regression frameworks, and test coverage reporting
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams on feature validation, debug, design reviews, and AI-enabled process improvements

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• 8+ years of experience in SSD firmware testing, firmware validation, or firmware development
• Strong knowledge of NVMe architecture, storage protocols, PCIe, and host-to-device interactions
• Experience with Python-based test automation, debugging firmware issues, and analyzing hardware/firmware interactions
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SSD security validation, including TCG Opal, Enterprise SSC, NVMe security commands, SPDM, DICE/CMA, and secure boot technologies
• Knowledge of cryptographic technologies such as AES, RSA, ECC, SHA-2, SHA-3, and post-quantum cryptography concepts
• Experience building scalable validation infrastructure, regression frameworks, and CI/CD-based test execution
• Proven ability to lead technical discussions and collaborate across global engineering teams
• Candidates with 2-3 years of experience and strong Python programming and test development skills may be considered for entry-level opportunities

Micron Technology is committed to advancing memory and storage solutions through engineering excellence, multi-functional collaboration, and responsible innovation.

The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is:

$127,000.00 - $249,000.00 a year

Additional Compensation May Include Benefits, Bonuses And Equity.

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As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave. Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays. For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits.

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