Staff Engineer, Firmware and Product Test Engineering

Micron Technology; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 121,000 - 207,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Disability and life insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Micron Technology is seeking a Staff Engineer to lead validation strategy for enterprise SSD firmware. In this role, you will architect test frameworks, drive validation methodologies, and influence firmware architecture decisions.

The ideal candidate has significant experience with Python, automation frameworks, and ML models. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including medical and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's, or 6+ years with a Master's, or 4+ years with a PhD.
• Strong command of Python and track record of building automation frameworks.
• Proven success in designing and implementing scalable test solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead firmware verification strategies for customer specifications.
• Architect scalable test frameworks for firmware quality.
• Drive root-cause analysis for failures and establish systematic debug methodologies.

Skills

Expert-level Python proficiency

Test architecture expertise

Experience with ML models

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related

Tools

NumPy

pandas

scikit-learn

Job description

Job Overview

Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence. Micron's Firmware & Product Test (FPT) team is hiring a Staff Engineer to lead validation strategy for enterprise SSD firmware. In this role, you will architect next-generation test frameworks, drive AI/ML-powered validation methodologies, and own end-to-end verification of complex NVMe front-end features across multiple product lines. You will serve as a technical authority at the intersection of firmware validation and applied machine learning, shaping the strategic direction of our test infrastructure, mentoring engineers, and influencing firmware architecture decisions through deep validation insights. The FPT team builds verification plans in Python, enforces NVMe and security protocol compliance, and executes white-box, grey-box, and black-box testing across simulation, FPGA, and prototype hardware environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of firmware verification strategies for customer specifications and NVMe protocols, owning validation of complex front-end features (SMART, Trim, Get Log Page, OCP) across multiple product lines.
• Architect scalable grey-box, white-box, and black-box test frameworks that become organizational standards for firmware quality.
• Drive root-cause analysis for critical field and regression failures; establish systematic debug methodologies and knowledge-sharing practices across the team.
• Own the test infrastructure roadmap—including automation frameworks, CI/CD integration, and reporting dashboards—and influence tooling decisions at the department level.
• Design and deploy AI/ML solutions for test optimization, intelligent failure triage, predictive analytics, anomaly detection, and test prioritization.
• Lead code reviews, define test coverage standards, and drive continuous improvement in code quality and test effectiveness.
• Present technical findings, risk assessments, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers, providing technical guidance and fostering a culture of engineering excellence.
• Collaborate with firmware architects, product managers, and customers to define testability requirements and influence firmware architecture decisions.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with ~8+ years of relevant experience, Master's with ~6+ years, or PhD with ~4+ years in Computer Science, Data Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Expert-level Python proficiency, including strong command of NumPy, pandas, and scikit-learn, with a track record of building production-quality automation frameworks.
• Deep expertise in test architecture, automation strategy, and validation methodologies, with proven success designing scalable test solutions.
• Demonstrated experience applying ML models to real-world problems—designing, training, and deploying models for test optimization or failure analysis.
• Proven ability to lead technical initiatives, influence without authority, and drive alignment across teams.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences including senior leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with ML frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch, plus experience with MLOps practices.
• Track record of implementing AI/ML solutions in production testing or validation environments.
• Deep understanding of embedded systems, firmware architecture, and hardware-software interfaces.
• Working knowledge of storage industry standards (NVMe, PCIe, OCP) at the specification level.
• Familiarity with NAND flash memory architecture and SSD firmware validation methodologies.
• Proficiency with Rust or C for firmware code comprehension, plus Linux/Windows system administration and Git/CI/CD pipelines.
• Contributions to open-source projects, patents, or published technical work.
• Experience leading cross-functional initiatives or small teams.

Salary and Benefits

US base salary range: $121,000.00 - $207,000.00 a year. Additional compensation may include benefits, bonuses, and equity. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision plans; disability and life insurance; paid time off; paid holidays; and a benefits guide available at micron.com/careers/benefits.

EEO Statement

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.

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