Staff Engineer, Firmware and Product Test Engineering

Micron’s Firmware & Product Test (FPT) team is hiring a Staff Engineer to lead validation strategy for enterprise SSD firmware. In this role, you’ll architect next-generation test frameworks, drive AI/ML-powered validation methodologies, and own end-to-end verification of complex NVMe front-end features across multiple product lines. You’ll serve as a technical authority at the intersection of firmware validation and applied machine learning - shaping the strategic direction of our test infrastructure, mentoring engineers, and influencing firmware architecture decisions through deep validation insights. The FPT team builds verification plans in Python, enforces NVMe and security protocol compliance, and executes white-box, grey-box, and black-box testing across simulation, FPGA, and prototype hardware environments., * Lead the design and execution of firmware verification strategies for customer specifications and NVMe protocols, owning validation of complex front-end features (SMART, Trim, Get Log Page, OCP) across multiple product lines.

• Architect scalable grey-box, white-box, and black-box test frameworks that become organizational standards for firmware quality.
• Drive root-cause analysis for critical field and regression failures; establish systematic debug methodologies and knowledge-sharing practices across the team.
• Own the test infrastructure roadmap - including automation frameworks, CI/CD integration, and reporting dashboards - and influence tooling decisions at the department level.
• Design and deploy AI/ML solutions for test optimization, intelligent failure triage, predictive analytics, anomaly detection, and test prioritization.
• Lead code reviews, define test coverage standards, and drive continuous improvement in code quality and test effectiveness.
• Present technical findings, risk assessments, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers, providing technical guidance and fostering a culture of engineering excellence.
• Collaborate with firmware architects, product managers, and customers to define testability requirements and influence firmware architecture decisions., Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.

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• Bachelor’s degree with ~8+ years of relevant experience, Master’s with ~6+ years, or PhD with ~4+ years in Computer Science, Data Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Expert-level Python proficiency, including strong command of NumPy, pandas, and scikit-learn, with a track record of building production-quality automation frameworks.
• Deep expertise in test architecture, automation strategy, and validation methodologies, with proven success designing scalable test solutions.
• Demonstrated experience applying ML models to real-world problems - designing, training, and deploying models for test optimization or failure analysis.
• Proven ability to lead technical initiatives, influence without authority, and drive alignment across teams.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences including senior leadership., * Proficiency with ML frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch, plus experience with MLOps practices.
• Track record of implementing AI/ML solutions in production testing or validation environments.
• Deep understanding of embedded systems, firmware architecture, and hardware-software interfaces.
• Working knowledge of storage industry standards (NVMe, PCIe, OCP) at the specification level.
• Familiarity with NAND flash memory architecture and SSD firmware validation methodologies.
• Proficiency with Rust or C for firmware code comprehension, plus Linux/Windows system administration and Git/CI/CD pipelines.
• Contributions to open-source projects, patents, or published technical work.
• Experience leading cross-functional initiatives or small teams., Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Black Box Testing, Budgeting, C Programming Language, Career Counseling, Code Reviews, Communication Skills, Computer Engineering, Computer Firmware, Computer Science, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Improvement, Continuous Integration, Cross-Functional, Data Science, Debugging Skills, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems, Establish Priorities, FPGA, Failure Analysis, Flash Memory, Git, Hardware Architecture, Healthcare, Industry Standards, Leadership, Linux Administration, Machine Learning, Machine Tool, Manufacturing/Production Testing, Memory Hardware, Mentoring, Microsoft Windows System Administration, NAND Flash, Open Source, PCI Express (PCI-E), Patents, Predictive Modeling, Process Improvement, Product Engineering, Product Testing, Prototyping, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Quality Management, Reporting Dashboards, Requirements Management, Risk Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, Security Protocols, Semiconductors, Simulation, Solid State Drive (SSD), Standards Development, Strategic Planning, System Architecture, Technical Leadership, Technical Presentation, Technical Publications, Technical Recruiting, Test Automation, Test Design, Testability, Testing, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX), Validation Plan, Validation Testing, Verification Plans, White Box Testing