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# Staff Firmware Engineer

- **Company:** Micron Technology, Inc.
- **Location:** Longmont, CO, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $137,000.0 - $232,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Assembly Language, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Programming Tools, Digital Electronics, Embedded Software, Firmware, Flash Memory, Non-Volatile Memory, PCI Express, Scripting, Bug Reporting, Information Technology, Nvme
- **Published:** May 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=ff1e5309610b8875

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a similar technical area.
 * 5+ years of proven experience in embedded firmware development.
 * Proficiency in programming with Python and extensive use of scripting languages, programming tools, and environments.
 * In-depth knowledge of storage interfaces, particularly PCIe/NVMe, and experience with NAND flash and other non-volatile storage technologies.
 * Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and under the pressure of multiple priorities., * Master's degree or PhD, or equivalent experience, in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical area.
 * Experience in the storage industry, specifically with SSDs, HDDs, storage systems, or related technologies.
 * Expertise in analog and digital hardware and software operating systems.
 * Prior experience leading teams or supervising engineers and technicians with less experience.
 * Familiarity with programming in machine language, assembly language, and high-level languages such as C and C++.

## Description

* Develop and implement firmware solutions for new high-performance memory controllers and SSDs.
 * Conduct detailed evaluation, creation, bench testing, debugging, and failure analysis of firmware.
 * Collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams to address and resolve product development challenges.
 * Triage failures, file detailed bug reports, and support development teams in isolating and troubleshooting issues.


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