Samsung

Staff Engineer, Firmware Test

Samsung$163K — $253K *
Enterprise Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of experience or Master's with 8+ years in relevant fields
  • Strong programming skills in scripting languages like Python, Bash, and Linux shell scripts
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and within teams
  • Experience with NVMe, PCIe, or storage technologies such as NVM Express and NAND Flash
  • Knowledge of Enterprise storage systems and proficiency in Linux

Responsibilities

  • Develop black-box functional test coverage for NVMe SSDs
  • Debug and triage failures with the firmware team
  • Analyze customer field issues to improve test coverage
  • Design and run experiments to reproduce problems
  • Create and implement test methodologies

Benefits

  • 4+ weeks of paid time off plus holidays and sick leave
  • Charitable giving match and community involvement opportunities
  • Family support including fertility care stipend and medical travel aid
  • On-demand mental health support with confidential therapy sessions
  • Onsite gym and café with virtual fitness classes
  • Flexible work environment to balance personal needs
Full Job Description
Please Note:

To provide the best candidate experience amidst our high application volumes, each candidate is limited to 10 applications across all open jobs within a 6-month period.

The Technology Enabling Development Lab (TED) Our core development focus is the host interface firmware layer that sits in the intersection of system software and flash management firmware. This key host interface firmware technology drives Samsung's breakthrough V-NAND technology and enables our customers to power performance-oriented, demanding, enterprise-class applications ranging from hyper-scale data centers, to big data processing, to software defined virtualized storage arrays and infrastructures

Location: Daily onsite presence at our San Jose, CA office / U.S. headquarters in alignment with our Flexible Work policy.

What You'll Do
  • Develop black-box functional test coverage and test methodologies for NVMe SSD's.
  • Debug, triage failures and work with FW Team to reproduce problems, design and run experiments.
  • Analyze customer field issues and improve Functional test coverage where gaps are identified.

What You Bring
  • Bachelors and 10+ yrs or Masters and 8+ yrs with focus in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
  • Strong programming experience, demonstrated proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, Linux shell scripts etc.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work individually and in teams.
  • Prior NVMe, PCIe knowledge or experience with one or more of the following storage-related technologies: NVM Express, PCI Express, NAND Flash/FTL .
  • Knowledge of Enterprise storage/server systems, and proficiency in Linux.

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What We OfferThe pay range below is for all roles at this level across all US locations and functions. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. We also offer incentive opportunities that reward employees based on individual and company performance.

This is in addition to our diverse package of benefits centered around the wellbeing of our employees and their loved ones. In addition to the usual Medical/Dental/Vision/401k, our inclusive rewards plan empowers our people to care for their whole selves. An investment in your future is an investment in ours.

Give Back With a charitable giving match and frequent opportunities to get involved, we take an active role in supporting the community.
Enjoy Time Away You'll start with 4+ weeks of paid time off a year, plus holidays and sick leave, to rest and recharge.
Care for Family Whatever family means to you, we want to support you along the way-including a stipend for fertility care or adoption, medical travel support, and virtual vet care for your fur babies.
Prioritize Emotional Wellness With on-demand apps and free confidential therapy sessions, you'll have support no matter where you are.
Stay Fit Eating well and being active are important parts of a healthy life. Our onsite Café and gym, plus virtual classes, make it easier.
Embrace Flexibility Benefits are best when you have the space to use them. That's why we facilitate a flexible environment so you can find the right balance for you.

Base Pay Range

$163,000-$253,000 USD

About Samsung

Samsung is a South Korean multinational conglomerate that specializes in electronics, appliances, and telecommunications equipment. The company was founded in 1938 and is headquartered in Suwon, South Korea. Samsung is one of the largest electronics companies in the world, with operations in over 80 countries. The company's products include smartphones, TVs, home appliances, and semiconductors. Samsung is committed to sustainability and has implemented several initiatives to reduce its environmental impact, such as using renewable energy and reducing waste. The company is also involved in several philanthropic initiatives, such as supporting education and healthcare programs.
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