Principal Engineer, Firmware Engineering

Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust firmware modules using C for real-time embedded systems.
• Develop and optimize data structures, algorithms, and protocol stacks (e.g., UFS, PCIe, NVMe) for high-throughput storage interfaces.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across geographies to deliver scalable and maintainable firmware solutions.
• Work across simulation environments, FPGA platforms, and final hardware to validate and debug firmware.
• Participate in Agile development cycles, leveraging CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks.
• Drive innovation and contribute to IP generation through deep technical problem-solving and architectural contributions.
• Review system and board level specifications to ensure all FW features, verification, and diagnostic requirements are feasible and properly incorporated
• Develop processes to identify embedded system design issues early in the product development lifecycle
• Drive issue resolution and product stability to enable predictable and high quality product development
• Required Skills and Experience
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 8 years of hands-on experience in embedded firmware development.
• Strong programming expertise in C/C++, specifically for RTOS-based embedded systems.
• Solid understanding of the firmware/software development lifecycle.
• Proven experience in debugging and optimizing performance of complex embedded systems using a variety of tools and environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Working knowledge of NAND flash fundamentals.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Experience working with cross-functional and geographically distributed teams.
• Quick learner with the ability to adapt and implement solutions efficiently.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.
• Exceptional communication skills in English-both verbal and written-with the ability to work across cultural and organizational boundaries.

Requirements

• Direct experience in firmware development for NAND Flash-based products.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation using Python.
• Prior contributions to patent filings or scientific publications.
• Demonstrated experience delivering end-to-end storage stack solutions on cutting-edge or new hardware platforms.

Additional Information

As a Staff Firmware Engineer, you will design, and implement embedded firmware in C for cutting-edge storage solutions, including embedded NAND devices used in smartphones, tablets, and automotive systems. You will be instrumental in shaping the future of high-performance, low-latency storage products.

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