Principal Engineer, Systems Design Engineering

Overview

Exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge NAND Flash technology for AI infrastructure. Research and develop next-generation products in the Emerging Technology Solutions group.

• Define NAND Flash device handling related systems algorithms for AI workloads.
• Define and communicate NAND Flash requirements to various functions of Memory teams to meet systems specs.
• Define ASIC requirements for upcoming new NAND Flash based chips and design systems algorithms.
• Develop and maintain a system modeling tool for power, performance, and cost.
• Study the trade-offs for Power, performance, cost and schedule and clearly articulate findings to cross-functional forums and to higher management.
• Lead discussions of new modes for next generation of NAND Flash or new operation methods that can differentiate products.
• Work with Architecture and Firmware teams on detailed implementation and verification plans.
• Monitor NAND readiness and work with Product test teams on NAND testing and screening methods.
• Collaborate with the validation team on drive-level testing, debugging, failure analysis and qualification.
• Prepare and present reports detailing the status of development, FA reports, qual failure reports and customer qual fail reports.

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in EE, ECE, E&I, VLSI or other relevant field.
• Overall 10+ years (BS)/7+ years (MS)/5+ years (PhD) of working experience in NAND flash based systems or relevant systems design.

Preferred:

• Knowledge of programming in high-level languages (e.g. C, C++, Python).
• Knowledge of PCIe, DDR interfaces.

• Understanding of technical and logistical challenges to deliver industry-leading products.
• Ability to empower and lead a multi-functional team to tackle System/HW/FW integration challenges.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communications skills, organizational capabilities, and collaborative skills.
• Ability to multi-task and problem-solve effectively.

Sandisk is committed to equal opportunities and non-discrimination in all aspects of employment. Includes information on accommodations and contact for accommodation requests (jo). Final date to receive applications is anticipated to be 12/02/2025, with possibility of closing the process sooner if a candidate is hired earlier.

Compensation & Benefits Details

• Pay position within the salary range may be based on education, qualifications, certifications, experience, location, shift, internal/external equity, and business needs.
• The salary range is indicative for roles in certain locations and may be modified in the future.
• Eligibility for STI/LTI plans and equity awards varies by role and company policy. Benefits include health, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA/HSA, EAP, tuition reimbursement, transit, 401(k) plan, and other programs.