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Micron Technology, Inc. SSD Validation Architect Engineer in Longmont, Colorado
Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all .
Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.
For more than 45 years, Micron Technology, Inc. has redefined innovation with the world’s most advanced memory and semiconductor technologies. We’re an international team of visionaries and scientists, developing groundbreaking technologies that are transforming how the world uses information to enrich life.
Micron has large SSD development groups around the globe focused on SSD Product Development and Validation. We are looking for candidates with an advanced understanding of SSD design, FW development, and validation to join a specialized team responsible for identifying new aggressive methods of SSD testing. This position will be in Longmont, CO, and is chartered with understanding Micron’s SSD architecture, considering new test methodologies, and developing out-of-the-box tests to be used globally in all validation teams.
Our Opportunity Summary
This role will provide technical guidance to Micron’s global SSD test teams on how to set up infrastructure to adequately validate product capabilities and features and to improve testing methodologies. As a member of the Validation Architecture team, you will analyze product requirements for best-in-class infrastructure and new test methodologies, and closely follow industry technology trends, particularly in the areas of SSD next-generation features. You will also be called on to use your expertise in the areas of NVMe, PCIe, industry trends in performance measurements, NAND trends, debugging skills, coding practices, and analyzer techniques. There will be times when you will perform failure analysis and issue replication to identify special fail cases. You must be able to understand basic coding techniques and proper embedded FW design.
What’s Encouraged Daily
Lead Validation Architect on program to define infrastructure needs for global Validation and Product Development teams
Deliver Validation Infrastructure plans and readiness to Engineering Commitment Readiness reviews at the program Plan of Record milestone
Drive Customer and Industry Requirements against Test Case Traceability across all Validation teams
Identify and define new ways to test Micron’s SSDs to achieve “Best-In-Class” quality
Prototype development of proposed test frameworks and/or solutions
Analyze test architecture and test design; recommend improvements and/or enhancements
Evaluate automation infrastructure for efficiency improvements
Define a common infrastructure base for global teams to adhere to on a program basis
System-level and drive-level debugging using software programs, oscilloscopes, bus analyzers, and other diagnostic tools
Install, modify, and debug issues in Windows and Linux environments
Create and drive policies across test teams by interfacing/collaborating with other product development team
Support Internal/External Customers:
Provide technical support (e.g., failure analysis, questions, etc.) to internal or external customers
Provide technical knowledge and feedback to PCIe, NVME, and TCG specifications
Represent Micron in standards bodies
How to Qualify
10+ years of relevant experience
A deep understanding of SSD performance metrics and industry expectations is required
Bachelor's Degree in an engineering-related field or equivalent experience
Deep knowledge or experience using protocol analyzers
Deep knowledge of SSD design and FW development
Solid understanding of Python and C/C++ Understanding or experience with PCIe and NVMe protocols. Understanding of SATA and SAS is a plus.
Understanding of Agile and test-driven development
Knowledge or experience with Linux and Windows system configuration
Highly effective, strong communication and teamwork skills
Adaptable to a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment with dynamic demands
The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is:
$165,000.00 - $280,000.00
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries of the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, tenure and relevant education or training. The pay scale is subject to change depending on business needs. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Additional compensation may include benefits, discretionary bonuses and equity.
As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave. Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays. For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits .
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