Storage Architecture Lead - SoC & SSD Performance

Solidigm; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 211,730 - 339,050; Full time

Job summary

A leading memory technology company in Rancho Cordova is seeking a Senior Principal Engineer focused on Storage Architecture. This role involves leading the performance definition, analysis, and optimization of SSD and SoC platforms. Candidates should have substantial experience in storage architecture with a strong grasp of SoC microarchitecture and effective collaboration skills. The ideal candidate will thrive in a technical leadership environment that values innovation and results-driven performance.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in SSD, SoC, or storage system architecture.
• Deep understanding of SoC microarchitecture and QoS mechanisms.
• Expertise in SSD firmware, command processing, and NAND flash systems.

Responsibilities

• Architect SoC-to-FW interface to optimize data paths.
• Define performance targets for new SSD products.
• Analyze firmware execution and hardware offload opportunities.

Skills

SoC microarchitecture

SSD firmware and hardware interactions

Performance modeling

System-level analysis

Data paths optimization

Education

M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

SystemC

gem5

Job description

A leading memory technology company in Rancho Cordova is seeking a Senior Principal Engineer focused on Storage Architecture. This role involves leading the performance definition, analysis, and optimization of SSD and SoC platforms. Candidates should have substantial experience in storage architecture with a strong grasp of SoC microarchitecture and effective collaboration skills. The ideal candidate will thrive in a technical leadership environment that values innovation and results-driven performance.