Sr Engineer, SSD Validation

Micron Technology, Inc.; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc. in Colorado is seeking a Sr Engineer, SSD Validation to design, develop, and automate test content for next‑gen storage products.

You will contribute to feature validation, test methodology, and validation planning across multiple platforms. Collaborating with firmware, hardware, systems, and product teams, you will translate customer specs into robust validation content, build test tools in Python, and enhance CI‑based regression and reporting to improve coverage and

Qualifications

• Develop automated tests for storage devices or embedded systems, creating reusable validation components.
• Python or related scripting languages.
• Translate customer specs into executable validation content.
• Structured development methodologies: requirements breakdown, feature-based test planning, code reviews, CI/automation practices, and version control.
• Test execution environments, including analyzers, logs, and debugging tools.
• SSD fundamentals, including NAND behavior, basic FTL concepts, and high-level controller architecture.

Responsibilities

• Develop automated test content for SSD validation across platforms.
• Collaborate with firmware, hardware, systems, and product teams to ensure validation quality.
• Investigate failures using logs, analyzers, debug tools and root-cause analysis.
• Contribute to CI-based automated regression systems and dashboards.
• Document issues and participate in triage discussions with cross-functional partners.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Python

CI/CD

Debugging tools

Job description

Req ID: JR113590 Sr Engineer, SSD Validation

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

Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.

Design, develop, and automate test content for next-generation Micron solid-state storage products. In this role, required to contribute directly to feature validation, test method innovation, requirements analysis, and execution of validation workflows across multiple technologies and platforms. Required to collaborate closely with firmware, hardware, systems, and product teams to ensure SSD features meet industry standards, customer requirements, and high reliability expectations. This position required engineers motivated by hands‑on development, deep debug, and building strong technical foundations in SSD architecture and validation methodology. Develop automated test cases for functional, performance, power, interoperability, stress, and negative-testing scenarios. Translate feature requirements, customer specifications, and industry standards into robust, reusable test content. Build and maintain test tools, utilities, and frameworks in Python or equivalent languages. Enhance automation workflows to improve coverage, reliability, and execution efficiency. Execute validation plans across multiple hardware, OS, and platform configurations. Investigate failures using logs, analyzers, debug tools, and structured root‑cause methods. File well‑documented issues and participate in triage discussions with cross‑functional teams. Support qualification phases by providing accurate test results, metrics, and risk assessments. Contribute to CI‑based automated regression systems and reporting dashboards. Improve test reliability, repeatability, and scalability across lab environments. Participate in design reviews, requirements discussions, and validation planning. Communicate progress clearly to senior engineers, leads, and cross‑functional partners.

Employer will accept a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.

Position requires:

• 1. Developing automated tests for storage devices or embedded systems, including creating new test cases, test flows, and reusable validation components
• 2. Python or related Scripting languages
• 3. Interpret and implement customer‑specific test requirements, compliance documents, and feature specifications into executable validation content
• 4. Structured development methodologies: requirements breakdown, feature‑based test planning, code reviews, CI/automation practices, and version control workflows
• 5. Test execution environments, including use of analyzers, logs, and debugging tools to validate features and diagnose failures
• 6. SSD fundamentals, including NAND behavior, basic FTL concepts, and high‑level controller architecture

The US base salary range that Micron Technology, Inc. estimates it could pay for this full‑time position is $140,292.00 - $167,000.00. For additional pay & benefits information, please refer to the requisition at Micron.com/careers.

Job Profile(s):

Product Development Engineer 3

Relocation Level:

TBD

Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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 Benefits | Micron Technology, Inc