Company Description

Sandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape.

Sandisk meets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibility forward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globally for innovation, performance and quality.

Sandisk has two facilities recognized by the World Economic Forum as part of the Global Lighthouse Network for advanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthouses for breakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world moving forward.

Job Description

We are seeking a Staff Engineer to be part of firmware development of a wide variety of advanced next-generation high performance Solid state drives. You will have demonstrated leadership ability executing complex programs and an understanding of the who, what and how of system development. You will have strong skills and experience in the storage industry including familiarization with embedded storage processors and storage protocols. This is a high-impact, high visibility opportunity for the right individual with superior technical skills, good project management abilities, and an enthusiasm for success.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

Design and develop firmware for solid state drive (SSD) products using C and C++Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams during all phases of product developmentDesign and develop debug infrastructure for enabling quick diagnosis of failuresDesign and develop applications to collect and analyze diagnostic data, debug logs and event dataReview system and board level specifications to ensure all FW features, verification, and diagnostic requirements are feasible and properly incorporatedDevelop processes to identify embedded system design issues early in the product development lifecycleDrive issue resolution and product stability to enable predictable and high quality product developmentProvide mentorship to junior engineers as needed 

Qualifications

Qualifications

BE or ME/M Tech degree in Computer/Electronics/Electrical/IT Engineering or related field5+ years of experience in embedded firmware developmentStrong programming experience and demonstrated proficiency in C/C++ for RTOS embedded systemsKnowledge of NAND flash and/or other non-volatile storage technologiesAbility to analyze complex firmware & hardware issuesStrong debugging skills using equipment such as logic analyzers and Protocol analyzersKnowledge of software design, real-time operating systems, and hardware-software interfacesIn-depth storage protocol experience including PCIe & NVMeDemonstrated ability in creative problem solving and innovationStrong team player, effective communication skills, and highly motivatedKnowledge of agile development and self-managed development teams from design to production

 

Additional Information

Sandisk thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Sandisk is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [email protected] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.