Staff Engineer, Firmware and Product Test Engineering

1000 Micron Technology, Inc.; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 127,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc. is seeking a Staff Engineer to lead validation strategy for enterprise SSD firmware and shape the test infrastructure.

You will drive verification of NVMe front-end features, build scalable validation frameworks, and mentor engineers across product lines. The role emphasizes AI-enabled validation approaches, data-driven insights, and collaboration with multi-functional teams to improve product quality and engineering efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years in CS/EE or related field.
• Expert-level Python for automated test frameworks.
• Deep experience in validation methodologies and firmware/embedded systems.
• Experience applying AI/ML techniques in engineering or automation.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead validation strategy and execution for NVMe front-end features across enterprise SSD products.
• Architect and enhance scalable test frameworks to improve automation, coverage, and firmware quality.
• Drive root-cause analysis of complex failures and establish effective debug methodologies and standard processes.
• Define and advance validation infrastructure, including automation, CI/CD integration, regression systems, and reporting tools.
• Mentor engineers and collaborate with multi-functional teams to improve testability, influence design decisions, and communicate technical risks.

Skills

Python programming

Validation strategies

Test automation

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related

Tools

NumPy

Pandas

Scikit-learn

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Job description

Staff Engineer

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. We are the Firmware & Product Test (FPT) team, responsible for validating the firmware that powers Micron's enterprise SSD portfolio. Our team develops scalable validation solutions, advances automation, and applies emerging technologies to improve product quality and reliability. If you enjoy solving complex technical challenges and influencing how enterprise storage products are tested, you'll find exciting opportunities here! As a Staff Engineer, you will lead validation strategy for enterprise SSD firmware and help shape the future of test infrastructure and methodology. You will drive verification of critical NVMe features, champion AI-enabled validation approaches, and provide technical leadership across product lines. This is a highly visible role with opportunities to influence product quality, mentor engineers, and improve engineering efficiency through automation and data-driven insights.

Responsibilities

• Lead validation strategy and execution for NVMe front-end features across enterprise SSD products
• Architect and enhance scalable test frameworks to improve automation, coverage, and firmware quality
• Drive root-cause analysis of complex failures and establish effective debug methodologies and standard processes
• Define and advance validation infrastructure, including automation, CI/CD integration, regression systems, and reporting tools
• Mentor engineers and collaborate with multi-functional teams to improve testability, influence design decisions, and communicate technical risks

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years, Master's degree with 6+ years, or PhD with 4+ years of experience in Computer Science, Data Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or a related field
• Expert-level Python programming skills with experience developing automated test frameworks using libraries such as NumPy, pandas, and Scikit-learn
• Deep expertise in validation methodologies, test architecture, automation strategy, and verification of firmware or embedded systems
• Experience applying AI/ML techniques and generative AI tools to engineering, automation, or failure-analysis challenges
• Demonstrated technical leadership, strong communication skills, and experience mentoring engineers and driving multi-functional initiatives

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch and deploying AI/ML solutions in engineering environments
• Strong understanding of SSD storage technologies, including NVMe, PCIe, OCP, NAND, and firmware architecture
• Experience integrating AI-enabled workflows into CI/CD pipelines for regression management, diagnostics, or test optimization
• Proficiency in C or Rust for firmware debugging, along with experience in Linux, Windows, Git, and CI/CD environments
• Record of technical innovation through patents, publications, open-source contributions, or leadership of major engineering initiatives

The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is: $127,000.00 - $215,000.00 a year Additional compensation may include benefits, bonuses and equity. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target base pay for new hire salaries of the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, tenure and relevant education or training. The pay scale is subject to change depending on business needs. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.

Benefits

• medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget
• benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave
• robust paid time-off program
• paid holidays
• benefit guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits

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