Technologist, Systems Design Engineering

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In this role, you will drive the development and productization of next‑generation NAND Interface Mux/Buffer technologies that enable high‑performance, reliable, enterprise‑class storage solutions. You will take end‑to‑end technical ownership across architecture definition, implementation, debug, and customer deployment, supporting both internal enterprise SSD programs and component business customers. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Leading the architecture, design, and productization of NAND IF Mux/Buffer solutions from concept through production. Creating and maintaining high‑quality design and architecture documentation to support scalable and robust implementations. Performing RTL simulation, debug, and analysis, and driving resolution of complex functional and performance issues. Owning end‑to‑end problem solving and root‑cause analysis across RTL, firmware (FW), silicon, and system integration. Driving FW bring‑up and FW‑assisted debug, including HW-FW interaction, handshakes, and system flows. Supporting post‑silicon bring‑up and lab debug, working across silicon, FW, validation, and system teams. Collaborating closely with design partners to define and implement optimal architectural and implementation solutions. Working directly with component business units and customers to debug issues, ensure smooth integration, and enable successful deployment of SanDisk solutions. Leveraging automation, scripting, and AI‑assisted tools to improve debug efficiency, analysis quality, and overall engineering productivity. Acting as a technical leader, influencing architecture and design decisions across teams without direct authority. This role emphasizes technical excellence, strong ownership, cross‑layer thinking, and customer empathy to deliver reliable, enterprise‑grade solutions. Required: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent practical experience. Strong experience in digital and system‑level architecture and design, preferably with NAND interfaces, Mux/Buffer designs, or related ASIC/IP blocks. Proven expertise in RTL development, simulation, and debug (Verilog / SystemVerilog), including waveform‑based analysis. Demonstrated ability to drive systematic problem solving and root‑cause analysis across RTL, FW, silicon, and system boundaries. Hands‑on experience with firmware (FW) bring‑up and debug, including: HW-FW interaction and control flows FW‑driven sequences and failure analysis Experience with post‑silicon bring‑up and lab debug, including cross‑functional debug with validation and FW teams. Proficiency in Python and scripting (e.g., Python, Bash, Tcl) for automation, data analysis, debug flows, and productivity improvement. Experience utilizing AI‑assisted engineering tools to accelerate debug, analysis, automation, and documentation, with sound engineering judgment. Strong understanding of HW-FW-system interactions, with the ability to debug complex issues spanning multiple layers. Ability to collaborate effectively with design partners, internal cross‑functional teams, and external customers. Demonstrated ability to lead technical direction and influence decisions without formal people management responsibility. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce clear, concise technical documentation and customer‑facing explanations. Sandisk is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person's gender identity, gender expression, and gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person's assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the " Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal " poster. Our pay transparency policy is available here . Sandisk thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusiv

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