Senior Engineer, Firmware

Senior Engineer, Firmware role at Samsung Semiconductor
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Daily onsite presence at our San Jose, CA office / U.S. headquarters in alignment with our Flexible Work policy. The Technology Enabling Development Lab (TED) focuses on the host interface firmware layer that sits at the intersection of system software and flash management firmware, driving Samsung’s breakthrough V-NAND technology and enabling performance-oriented, enterprise-class applications ranging from hyper-scale data centers to software-defined storage arrays and infrastructures.

• Design and development of high performance firmware and software for cutting-edge enterprise SSD products.
• Debug, optimize, and validate SSD firmware on complex embedded multi-core architectures.
• Support customer qualification and adoption of SSD products.
• Participate in ground-breaking advanced SSD storage development and research projects.

• BS in Computer/Electrical Engineering or Computer Science with 5+ years of working experiences in silicon development or MS in Computer/Electrical Engineering or Computer Science with 3+ years of relevant working experience or PhD and 0+ years of relevant experience in storage firmware development is required.
• Strong programming experience and proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems, including development of algorithms and highly optimized code, is required.
• Relevant hands-on experience in embedded software or firmware development, including storage devices or other embedded platforms is required.
• Experience with one or more storage technologies: NVM Express, PCI Express, SAS, SCSI, NAND Flash/FTL, Fibre Channel, SATA, eMMC, or UFS is beneficial.
• Experience with ARM or equivalent embedded multi-core microprocessor architectures is required.
• Hands-on experience with JTAG/ICE debuggers and protocol analyzers is required.
• Some scripting experience in Python/Perl/JavaScript is desirable.
• Familiarity with modern agile software development methodologies is preferred.
• Resourceful Achiever: self-driven and proactive, you apply logic and reason to solve problems and manage risks.
• Avid Learner: you eagerly take on new challenges and seek opportunities to grow and stretch.
• Passionate Owner: you are energized by your work and deliver results with integrity.
• Committed Collaborator: you welcome ideas from others and drive processes forward in an inclusive manner.

The pay range below is for all roles at this level across all US locations. Individual pay rates depend on role function, location, knowledge, skills, experience, education, and training. We also offer incentive opportunities that reward employees based on individual and company performance.

This is in addition to our diverse package of benefits centered around the wellbeing of our employees and their loved ones. In addition to the usual Medical/Dental/Vision/401k, our inclusive rewards plan empowers our people to care for their whole selves. An investment in your future is an investment in ours.

Base Pay Range: $134,400—$201,600 USD

Samsung Semiconductor takes pride in being an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to fostering an environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered to excel, regardless of race, religion, color, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, or veteran status.

When selecting team members, we prioritize talent and qualities such as humility, kindness, and dedication. We extend comprehensive accommodations throughout our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long-term conditions, neurodivergent individuals, or those requiring pregnancy-related support. All candidates scheduled for an interview will receive guidance on requesting accommodations.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes. Only authorized recruitment agencies that have a current and valid agreement with Samsung Semiconductor, Inc. are permitted to submit resumes for any job openings.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Engineering and Information Technology

• Semiconductor Manufacturing