Sr Engineer, FW & Product Test Eng

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Summary of the Role

The Senior Engineer (E3) in the Firmware & Product Testing (FPT) team supports the validation of enterprise SSD firmware through test development, automation, execution, and failure analysis. This role focuses on NVMe front-end features and customer specifications while applying Python-based automation and data-driven techniques to improve test efficiency and product quality. Working closely with firmware test engineers, senior mentors, and data scientists, the engineer gains hands-on experience at the intersection of firmware validation and AI/ML, contributing to more effective and scalable testing methodologies.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement SSD firmware test strategies across development, qualification, and sustaining phases

• Design and implement tests for firmware features, NVMe protocols, security capabilities, and system behaviors

• Analyze failures from regressions, customer issues, and field returns to identify root cause and drive resolution

• Build and maintain Python-based automation, regression frameworks, and test coverage reporting

• Collaborate with multi-functional teams on feature validation, debug, design reviews, and AI-enabled process improvements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience

• 3+ years of experience in SSD firmware testing, firmware validation, or firmware development

• Strong knowledge of NVMe architecture, storage protocols, PCIe, and host-to-device interactions

• Experience with Python-based test automation, debugging firmware issues, and analyzing hardware/firmware interactions

• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with SSD security validation, including TCG Opal, Enterprise SSC, NVMe security commands, SPDM, DICE/CMA, and secure boot technologies

• Knowledge of cryptographic technologies such as AES, RSA, ECC, SHA-2, SHA-3, and post-quantum cryptography concepts

• Experience building scalable validation infrastructure, regression frameworks, and CI/CD-based test execution

• Proven ability to lead technical discussions and collaborate across global engineering teams

• Candidates with 2-3 years of experience and strong Python programming and test development skills may be considered for entry-level opportunities

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

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