{"id":4305054,"url":"https://alion.io/job/micron-technology-staff-ssd-firmware-test-engineer-2","title":"Staff SSD Firmware Test Engineer","company":{"id":2840936,"name":"Micron Technology","domain":"micron.cn","url":"https://alion.io/company/micron-cn","size_band":"5000+","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Eightfold","truth_index":{"grade":"B","score":75,"open_postings":68,"ghost_share":0,"stale_share":1,"repost_share":0,"time_to_fill_p50_days":null,"computed_at":"2026-11-14T05:58:10Z"}},"role":"Hardware","role_family":"Hardware","seniority":"staff","employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Longmont, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":8,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"Anomaly Detection","optional":false},{"name":"CI/CD","optional":false},{"name":"Machine Learning","optional":false},{"name":"NumPy","optional":false},{"name":"Python","optional":false},{"name":"Scikit-learn","optional":false},{"name":"Git","optional":true},{"name":"PyTorch","optional":true},{"name":"Rust","optional":true},{"name":"TensorFlow","optional":true},{"name":"Windows","optional":true}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-07-28T00:00:00Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-11-12","last_verified_at":"2026-11-14T14:39:41Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":109,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":109},"description":"Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all.\nMicron 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.\nMicron's Firmware & Product Test (FPT) team is hiring a Staff Engineer to lead validation strategy for enterprise SSD firmware. In this role, you'll 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'll 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.\nResponsibilities\nLead 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.\n\nArchitect scalable grey-box, white-box, and black-box test frameworks that become organizational standards for firmware quality.\n\nDrive root-cause analysis for critical field and regression failures; establish systematic debug methodologies and knowledge-sharing practices across the team.\n\nOwn the test infrastructure roadmap - including automation frameworks, CI/CD integration, and reporting dashboards - and influence tooling decisions at the department level.\n\nDesign and deploy AI/ML solutions for test optimization, intelligent failure triage, predictive analytics, anomaly detection, and test prioritization.\n\nLead code reviews, define test coverage standards, and drive continuous improvement in code quality and test effectiveness.\n\nPresent technical findings, risk assessments, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.\n\nMentor junior and mid-level engineers, providing technical guidance and fostering a culture of engineering excellence.\n\nCollaborate with firmware architects, product managers, and customers to define testability requirements and influence firmware architecture decisions.\n\nBasic Qualifications\nBachelor'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.\n\nExpert-level Python proficiency, including strong command of NumPy, pandas, and scikit-learn, with a track record of building production-quality automation frameworks.\n\nDeep expertise in test architecture, automation strategy, and validation methodologies, with proven success designing scalable test solutions.\n\nDemonstrated experience applying ML models to real-world problems - designing, training, and deploying models for test optimization or failure analysis.\n\nProven ability to lead technical initiatives, influence without authority, and drive alignment across teams.\n\nExcellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences including senior leadership.\n\nPreferred Qualifications\nProficiency with ML frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch, plus experience with MLOps practices.\n\nTrack record of implementing AI/ML solutions in production testing or validation environments.\n\nExperience leveraging AI/Generative AI tools to improve engineering productivity, test automation, data analysis, and problem solving. Familiarity with Python-based AI/ML frameworks and responsible use of AI technologies is highly desirable.\n\nDeep understanding of embedded systems, firmware architecture, and hardware-software interfaces.\n\nWorking knowledge of storage industry standards (NVMe, PCIe, OCP) at the specification level.\n\nFamiliarity with NAND flash memory architecture and SSD firmware validation methodologies.\n\nProficiency with Rust or C for firmware code comprehension, plus Linux/Windows system administration and Git/CI/CD pipelines.\n\nContributions to open-source projects, patents, or published technical work.\n\nExperience leading cross-functional initiatives or small teams.\n\nThe US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is:\n$127,000.00 - $215,000.00 a yearAdditional compensation may include benefits, bonuses and equity.\nOur 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.\nPlease note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.\nAs 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 onmicron.com/careers/benefits.\nMicron 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.\nTo learn about yourright to work click here.\nTo learn more about Micron, please visit micron.com/careers\nUS Sites Only: To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron’s People Organization at  or 1-800-336-8918 (select option #3)\nMicron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.\nMicron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.\nAI alert : Candidates are encouraged to use AI tools to enhance their resume and/or application materials. 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