Senior Firmware Engineer

Senior Technologist, Firmware Engineering

Company Description

Sandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape.

Sandisk meets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibility forward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globally for innovation, performance and quality.

Sandisk has two facilities recognized by the World Economic Forum as part of the Global Lighthouse Network for advanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthouses for breakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world moving forward.

Job Description

We are seeking a talented Senior Technologist, Firmware Engineering to join our innovative team in Bengaluru, India. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining firmware for embedded systems, ensuring optimal performance and reliability of our cutting-edge products.

• Design and develop firmware for solid state drive (SSD) products using C and C++
• Contribute to the SSD firmware and play a significant role in delivering next generation SSDs to market
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams during all phases of product development
• Design and develop debug infrastructure for enabling quick diagnosis of failures
• Design and develop applications to collect and analyze diagnostic data, debug logs and event data
• Provide guidance to Quality Assurance teams for system level product test execution
• 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
• Provide mentorship to junior engineers as needed 

Qualifications

• BE or ME/M Tech degree in Computer/Electronics/Electrical/IT Engineering or related field
• 16+ years of experience in firmware development for embedded systems
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ programming languages
• In-depth knowledge of microcontroller architectures and embedded systems
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and their implementation
• Knowledge of NAND flash and/or other non-volatile storage technologies
• Ability to analyze complex firmware & hardware issues
• Strong debugging skills using equipment such as logic analyzers and Protocol analyzers
• Knowledge of software design, real-time operating systems, and hardware-software interfaces
• In-depth storage protocol experience including PCIe & NVMe
• Demonstrated ability in creative problem solving and innovation
• Strong team player, effective communication skills, and highly motivated
• Knowledge of agile development and self-managed development teams from design to production

Soft Skills
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Additional Information

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 inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Sandisk is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at jobs.accommodations@sandisk.com to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Experience Level

Senior Level