Staff SSD Hardware PCIe Engineer

Micron Technology, Inc.; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 138,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc. is seeking a Staff SSD Hardware PCIe Engineer to lead PCIe bring-up and validation for SSD controller SoCs. You will collaborate across Architecture, Firmware, and Product Engineering to ensure top-tier performance and reliability.

The role emphasizes post-silicon validation, use of high-speed test equipment, and applying AI-assisted workflows to accelerate development and debugging. Strong expertise with PCIe and SoC architectures is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7+ years in hardware development, silicon validation, or PCIe subsystem engineering.
• Expertise with PCIe Gen4/Gen5/Gen6, host systems, root complexes, IP bring-up and validation.
• Proficient in Python, TCL, C, or similar scripting/programming languages.

Responsibilities

• Lead PCIe bring-up, characterization, debugging, and validation for SSD controller SoCs.
• Develop system-level validation environments and automated test suites for PCIe protocol validation and compliance.
• Collaborate with Architecture, Build, Verification, Firmware, and Product Engineering to drive silicon improvements.
• Analyze failures, perform root-cause investigations, and drive issue resolution.
• Validate PCIe IP within complex system-level use cases for high-performance SSD applications.

Skills

PCIe Gen4/5/6

LTSSM knowledge

Post-silicon validation

Python/TCL/C

High-speed test equipment

Vendor collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in EE/CE or related

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 Is to Transform How the World Uses Information to Enrich Life for All

As a Staff SSD Hardware PCIe Engineer at Micron, you will be at the forefront of developing modern SSD controller technologies. This is an outstanding opportunity to work with highly skilled teams, pushing the boundaries of innovation in a world-class environment. Your contributions will help us compete rigorously in the market and drive the flawless performance of our products.

Working in Micron's SSD Hardware Architecture organization, you will determine and successfully implement high-impact solutions, ensuring our SSDs meet the highest standards of performance and reliability. Collaboration is key, as you will partner with various engineering teams to achieve our ambitious goals.

Responsibilities and Tasks Include, but Are Not Limited To:

• Develop detailed hardware and system specifications from architectural and product requirements.
• Lead PCIe bring-up, characterization, debugging, and validation activities for SSD controller SoCs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Architecture, Build, Verification, Firmware, and Product Engineering.
• Evaluate, integrate, and support commercial PCIe IP solutions.
• Collaborate with third-party IP vendors to troubleshoot problems, improve functionality, and drive silicon improvements.
• Develop system-level validation environments and automated test suites for PCIe protocol validation and compliance testing.
• Build validation methodologies and complete comprehensive validation plans.
• Analyze failures, perform root-cause investigations, and drive issue resolution.
• Apply system-level validation tools and techniques to verify functionality and compliance with specifications.
• Work closely with pre-silicon validation teams to improve post-silicon test content and future debug capabilities.
• Validate PCIe IP within complex system-level use cases for high-performance SSD applications.
• Drive infrastructure, methodology, and automation improvements to increase validation efficiency and coverage.
• Leverage AI-assisted tools and workflows to accelerate development, validation, and debug activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related area.
• 7+ years of industry experience in hardware development, silicon validation, or PCIe subsystem engineering.
• Strong expertise with: PCIe Gen4, Gen5, and/or Gen6, PCIe host systems and root complexes, PCIe IP bring-up and validation or PCIe protocol compliance and interoperability
• Comprehensive knowledge of PCIe LTSSM (Link Training and Status State Machine).
• Experience with post-silicon validation approaches and debugging techniques.
• Proficiency in Python, TCL, C, or similar scripting and programming languages.
• Experience using high-speed test and measurement equipment including:ATE systems, Real-time and sampling oscilloscopes, signal and pulse generators, Laboratory power instrumentation
• Experience partnering with external silicon and IP vendors to boost functionality and solve technical problems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience implementing or validating PCIe subsystems in ASIC and/or FPGA builds.
• Experience with SSD controller architectures and storage systems.
• Knowledge of SoC architecture, build, integration, or validation.
• Knowledge of PCIe link equalization algorithms, DFE, and receiver architecture concepts.
• Strong PCB build experience, including: High-speed signal routing and review, Power distribution network build and review, EMI and ESD protection methodologies, or signal integrity and power integrity analysis involving: SerDes technologies, High-speed interconnects or Power delivery networks
• Proven ability to solve complex high-speed build and signal integrity challenges.
• Experience applying AI-assisted engineering tools to improve productivity and debug efficiency.
• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

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

$138,000.00 - $280,000.00 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.

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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