Storage and System Debug Engineer

Technician 4, 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

Job Description: Storage & System Debug Engineer

Required Skills & Knowledge

Storage Technologies

• Basic to intermediate knowledge of Storage concepts (HDD, SSD, NVMe, SATA, SAS)
• Understanding of storage architecture, firmware, and performance metrics
• Familiarity with RAID, file systems, and storage protocols
• System Level Troubleshooting knowledge

Systems & Platform Knowledge

• Good understanding of computer architecture and operating systems
• Experience with Linux and/or Windows systems
• Knowledge of system bring-up, debugging, and failure analysis

Electronics & Hardware

• Strong fundamentals in Electronics, Digital Systems, and Embedded concepts
• Ability to work with lab equipment and hardware platforms
• Understanding of board-level and system-level troubleshooting

Roles & Responsibilities

• Support and sustain storage platforms and systems
• Debug, analyze, and resolve system, firmware, or hardware-related issues
• Work in lab environments for system setup, sanity testing, and qualification
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Firmware, Validation, Hardware, IT)
• Perform root cause analysis (RCA) and document issues and fixes
• Assist in platform bring-up, validation, and release activities
• Follow defined processes and contribute to continuous improvement
• Supporting  on "100% onsite" physically present at the employer's premises five days a week during regular business hours

Preferred Skills (Good to Have)

• HW rework, Soldering and Lab HW Management and Onboarding
• Scripting knowledge (Python / Shell)
• Familiarity with test automation and reporting tools
• Experience working with enterprise or consumer storage systems

Soft Skills

• Good communication and documentation skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• B Sc., or B.E., or Equivalent

• 3-7 yrs experience

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

Entry Level