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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Engineer - Test Development - **Company:** Samsung - **Location:** San Jose, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $138,000.0 - $206,000.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Bash Shell, Software Bug Management, Code Coverage, Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Linux, Embedded Software, Firmware, Flash Memory, Python (Programming Language), Unix Shell, PCI Express, Test Execution Engine, Scripting, Storage Devices, Information Technology, Data Management, Nvme - **Published:** August 30, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/15787003?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F15787003%2FStaff-Engineer-Test-Development-California-San-Jose ## About the Role * Bachelors and 5+ yrs, Masters and 3+ 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. * Expertise in storage test tools such as performance benchmarks, IO stress tools, protocol certifications, test execution and bug management tools. * Relevant hands-on experience in embedded software or firmware development/testing, including storage devices or other embedded platforms. * Familiarity and experience with agile development methodologies and practices, particularly in AI/ML-focused environments, is preferred. * Hands-on experience with PCI protocol analyzers. * Demonstrated ability to work as a team player, as part of a local and globally distributed team. * You're inclusive, adapting your style to the situation and diverse global norms of our people. * An avid learner, you approach challenges with curiosity and resilience, seeking data to help build understanding. * You're collaborative, building relationships, humbly offering support and openly welcoming approaches. * Innovative and creative, you proactively explore new ideas and adapt quickly to change. ## Description 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. * Provide guidance to the Automation team and assist with test coverage integration into the existing framework. * Must be able to work with local US and international customers and OEMs., At Samsung Semiconductor, we use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools in the recruitment process to enhance efficiency. However, AI is used as a support tool, not a final decision-maker. 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