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# Staff Firmware Test Developer

- **Company:** SK hynix
- **Location:** San Jose, CA, United States
- **Salary:** $110,000.0 - $160,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Automation of Tests, C++ (Programming Language), Code Coverage, Software Quality, Code Review, Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Firmware, Flash Memory, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), White-Box Testing, Python (Programming Language), Software Architecture, E2e Testing, Strategies of Testing, Git, Information Technology, Software Coding, Nvme
- **Published:** August 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.sanjosejobsite.com/job.asp?id=3338309041&tx=KP9595FFU&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

* Bachelors in Electrical Engineering, Digital Sciences, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and five (5) years of progressive, post-baccalaureate experience in job offered or in an engineering-related occupation.

Position requires experience in:

 * SSD firmware testing and/or development.
 * SSD or NAND Flash development industry.
 * Code development using Python, C/C++, and Javascript.
 * Storage industry protocols including NVMe, ONFI, and TCG Opal.
 * Agile development, GIT development flow, Branch management and tools.
 * Test automation, testing methodologies and test tools.
 * Automated build, continuous integration, and test automation systems., SK hynix memory solutions America Inc. offers you the opportunity to apply your skills to exciting projects while working with innovative teams. Our compensation package is complimented by a generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and a company 401(k) match, as well as cafeteria, onsite gym and much more. If you are motivated by technical challenges, we offer a collaborative work environment that encourages career growth.

## Description

* Create comprehensive firmware verification plans covering NVMe standards, enterprise SSD protocols, and customer specifications (e.g., SMART, Trim, Get Log Page, OCP).
 * Design and deploy white-box, grey-box, and black-box automation tests using Python to validate security protocols and firmware functionality on a module-by-module basis.
 * Execute and own end-to-end testing across diverse platforms, including simulation, FPGA prototyping, and prototype SSD hardware.
 * Utilize deep SSD domain expertise to analyze weekly regression failures, root-cause complex firmware bugs, and drive issue resolution.
 * Partner closely with firmware development teams during code reviews to improve software architecture, expand test coverage, and elevate overall code quality.
 * Own test reporting and articulately communicate technical challenges, solutions, and mitigation plans to both engineering teams and management.


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