SSD Firmware Development Engineer Intern

SK Hynix Memory Solutions America

$72K — $93K *
Consumer Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Experience with NAND flash commands and operations.
  • Background in developing NAND management algorithms or error control coding.
  • Proficient in C or C++ programming languages.
  • Hands-on experience designing firmware for SSD/NAND controllers or at kernel level.
  • Experience with debugging tools like JTAG and In-Circuit Emulator.
  • Strong skills in code and design reviews.
  • Ability to produce high-quality product output.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement firmware for the Flash Interface Layer of SSD.
  • Integrate developed code with other modules and troubleshoot issues.
  • Debug and address bugs in FPGA/ASIC environments.
  • Contribute proactively in teamwork settings.
  • Engage with cross-functional teams including SoC, hardware, and validation.

Benefits

  • Gain hands-on experience in a cutting-edge tech environment.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams to enhance collaboration skills.
  • Opportunity to enhance technical skills in firmware and embedded systems.
  • Develop problem-solving skills in a practical environment.
Full Job Description
Internship Duration: 6 months

Hours: 40 hours per week

Start Date: Immediately (September/October 2026)

Location: San Jose

Qualifications:
  • Experience or good knowledge over NAND flash commands and operations.
  • Experience in developing NAND managing algorithms or error control coding.
  • Proficient in C or C++ programming.
  • Hands-on experience in design and implement firmware for SSD/NAND controllers or Flash firmware at kernel level.
  • Hands-on experience in debugging tools such as JTAG, In-Circuit Emulator, etc.
  • Excellent code and design review skills.
  • Ability to generate product level quality output.
  • Experience in software design and programming in embedded controller environment.
  • Strong BSP (Board Support Package) background with hands-on experience in device drivers. This includes reading datasheets, design device driver and implementing firmware in real-time system.
  • Ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem- solving environment.
  • Good oral and written skills for communication and documentation.
  • Good understanding of ARM architecture and experience in ARM assembly is a plus.
  • Good understanding in Linux kernel, device drivers and storage S/W stack is a plus.


Roles & Responsibilities:
  • Design & implement firmware code for Flash Interface Layer of SSD.
  • Integrate developed code with other modules and resolve issues.
  • Debug and solve the bugs on FPGA/ASIC environment.
  • Proactively contribute in teamwork.
  • Proactively engage with other teams including SoC, hardware, validation teams with good communication skills.

Education Requirements
  • Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor of Science or Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.


COMPENSATION: $35/hr - $45/hr

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