Principal FTL Engineer

SK hynix memory solutions America Inc.

$200K — $240K *
Consumer Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering; MS preferred.
  • 3+ years of hands-on FTL development experience in SSD.
  • 5+ years in embedded controller development.
  • Proficient in C/C++, assembly, and scripting languages.
  • Familiarity with a storage protocol like PCIe/NVMe, SATA, or SCSI.
  • Experience with firmware debugging tools (e.g., JTAG).
  • Knowledge of multi-ARM core development is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and debug FTL for SSD products.
  • Develop and evaluate real-time embedded system firmware.
  • Conduct firmware code reviews and performance improvements.
  • Integrate firmware with SSD systems and profile performance.
  • Collaborate on failure analysis and corrective actions.

Benefits

  • Generous medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Life insurance and 401(k) company match.
  • Access to an onsite gym and cafeteria.
  • Collaborative work environment fostering career growth.
Full Job Description
Job Responsibilities:
  • FTL (Flash Translation Layer) design, implement and debugging.
  • Design, implement, and evaluate real-time embedded system firmware for SSD products.
  • Perform firmware code review, analysis and improvement.
  • Perform firmware focused SSD system integration, performance profiling, validation and debugging.
  • Perform failure analysis and corrective firmware actions via collaboration with other stakeholders until issue resolution.

Desired Skills and Experience:
  • BS in either Computer Science or Electrical Engineering; MS is preferred.
  • 3+ years of hands-on FTL development experience in SSD..
  • 5+ years of development experience in embedded controller environments.
  • Proficient in firmware and software programming (C/C++, assembly, script languages)
  • Experience with at least one storage protocol; PCIe/NVMe, SATA, SCSI
  • Experience in the NAND flash storage device application and/or testing is a plus but not required
  • Experience with firmware debugging tools such as JTAG and In-Circuit Emulator.
  • Experience with multi-ARM core based development is a plus.
  • Ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem- solving environment.
  • Ability to jump into different areas of the system for investigation and analysis
  • Good verbal and written skills for communication and documentation.
  • Self-motivated, good team player.


COMPENSATION: $200,000 - $240,000

REGARDING COMPENSATION:

SK hynix memory solutions America Inc. offers you the opportunity to apply your skills to exciting projects while working with innovative teams. Our compensation package is complimented by a generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and a company 401(k) match, as well as cafeteria, onsite gym and much more. If you are motivated by technical challenges, we offer a collaborative work environment that encourages career growth.

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be tailored based on several factors, including the location, job grade, relevant knowledge, skills, and experience. We also take into account the internal equity among our current team members to ensure fairness and competitiveness.

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