Staff Engineer, FW & Product Test Eng

Micron; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 137,000 - 232,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology in Colorado is seeking a seasoned firmware verification engineer to join the Firmware & Product Test (FPT) team. You will develop and execute verification plans for NVMe protocols in enterprise SSDs, focusing on front-end features like SMART, Trim, and Get Log Page.

The role emphasizes Python automation, test framework contribution, and collaboration with firmware, AI/ML teams to improve reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with ~9 years of relevant experience or a Master’s degree with ~7 years.
• Proficiency in Python with NumPy, pandas, and basic scikit-learn.
• Solid understanding of test automation and verification methodologies.
• Working knowledge of ML fundamentals and evaluation metrics.
• Strong analytical and collaborative skills.
• Interest in AI, AI-assisted testing, or data analysis.
• Foundational knowledge of LLMs and AI-driven development workflows.
• Hands-on experience with ML frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch.
• Familiarity with embedded firmware concepts and Git/agile workflows.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute firmware verification plans for NVMe-based enterprise SSDs.
• Design grey-box, white-box, and black-box test methodologies.
• Analyze weekly regressions, perform root-cause analysis, document findings.
• Contribute to test development, automation, and reporting.
• Communicate results and mitigation plans to teams and management.
• Participate in code reviews to improve test coverage.
• Develop Python-based test automation scripts and data-collection tools.
• Apply AI/ML techniques to improve test efficiency and failure detection.
• Collaborate with firmware engineers and AI/ML contributors.
• Leverage AI-enabled tools to accelerate test creation and reporting.
• Develop agentic AI solutions to automate validation workflows.
• Utilize AI coding tools to improve software quality and velocity.
• Explore Agentic AI that interacts with test frameworks.
• Apply AI to testing, data analytics, and engineering productivity.
• Familiarity with AI-assisted coding platforms (GitHub Copilot, etc.).

Skills

Python

NumPy

pandas

scikit-learn

Test automation

NVMe testing

AI/ML basics

LLMs / AI tooling

Embedded systems familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree + ~9 years experience

Master’s degree in CS/EE + ~7 years

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Code Assist

GitHub Copilot

Git

Job description

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. OUR VISION To redefine the global use of information, enriching life for everyone. Micron Technology is an industry leader in memory and storage solutions, enabling the acceleration of information into actionable intelligence and fostering rapid progress in learning, communication, and technological development.

Department Introduction

The Firmware & Product Test (FPT) team at Micron Technology holds a pivotal role in validating firmware specifications for SSDs. The team develops comprehensive verification plans, implements them using Python, and ensures strict adherence to NVMe standards and security protocols. Testing methodologies include white-box, grey-box, and black-box approaches conducted on a module-by-module basis throughout firmware development and integration. Validation occurs across multiple environments, including simulation, FPGA prototyping, and prototype hardware.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute firmware verification plans for customer specifications and NVMe protocols used in enterprise SSDs, with emphasis on front-end features such as SMART, Trim, Get Log Page, and OCP.
• Design and implement grey-box, white-box, and black-box test methodologies to verify firmware functionality and robustness.
• Analyze failures from weekly regressions, perform root-cause analysis, and clearly document findings with guidance from senior engineers.
• Contribute to test development, execution, automation, and reporting within established FPT frameworks.
• Communicate test results, challenges, and mitigation plans effectively to firmware, cross-functional teams, and management.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to improving test coverage and code quality.
• AI-Assisted Test Automation: Develop and enhance Python-based test automation scripts and data-collection tools; apply AI/ML techniques where appropriate to improve test efficiency and failure detection.
• Data & ML Exposure: Assist in applying and tuning machine-learning models for anomaly detection or failure-pattern identification based on test data.
• Collaborate closely with firmware engineers, test developers, and AI/ML contributors to continuously improve product reliability.
• Leverage AI-Assisted, AI-Augmented, and AI-Supported development practices to improve test development, debugging efficiency, and validation coverage.
• Apply Generative AI, LLMs (Large Language Models), and AI Assistant technologies to accelerate test creation, failure analysis, documentation, and reporting.
• Develop and evaluate Agentic AI and agent-based solutions that automate repetitive validation workflows and improve engineering productivity.
• Utilize modern AI coding tools such as Code Assist, Cloud Assist, Roo Code, and other AI-enabled development environments to improve software quality and delivery velocity.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree with approximately 9 years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or a related field with 7 years of experience.
• Programming: Proficiency in Python; familiarity with libraries such as NumPy, pandas, and basic scikit-learn usage.
• Testing Fundamentals: Good understanding of test automation, testing methodologies, and test tools.
• Machine Learning Basics: Working knowledge of ML fundamentals, including common algorithms, training concepts, and evaluation metrics.
• Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving and analytical ability; comfort working with data and debugging complex issues.
• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate technical concepts clearly.
• Demonstrated interest in Artificial Intelligence, including experience using AI, applying AI, or leveraging AI tools for software development, automation, or data analysis.
• Foundational understanding of LLMs (Large Language Models), prompt engineering, or AI-driven development workflows.
• Preferred Skills: Exposure to ML frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch.
• Hands‑on academic or project experience in machine learning, data science, or AI.
• Basic understanding of embedded systems, firmware, or hardware testing concepts.
• Familiarity with software development practices, including Git and agile workflows.
• Experience building or integrating AI-Enabled automation solutions using LLMs, Generative AI, or Agentic AI frameworks.
• Familiarity with creating Agentic Solutions that interact with software tools, test frameworks, or engineering workflows.
• Experience using Artificial Intelligence, applying Artificial Intelligence, or leveraging Artificial Intelligence to improve software testing, data analytics, or engineering productivity.
• Exposure to AI-assisted coding platforms and technologies such as Code Assist, Cloud Assist, GitHub Copilot, Microsoft Copilot, Claude Code, or similar tools.

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

The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full‑time position is: $137,000.00 - $232,000.00 a year

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