Memory Systems Firmware Development Engineer

Intel • Folsom, CA

17d • Hybrid

About The Position

Embark with us on a journey of growth and transformation as we create exceptionally engineered technology and bring AI everywhere. As a valued team member, your adaptability and attention to detail will contribute to our drive for results and relentless pursuit of quality, ensuring we meet our customers' needs with precision. Join us and build on our legacy of innovation and collaboration as we deliver world‑changing technology that improves the life of every person on the planet. Life at Intel: https://jobs.intel.com/en/life-at-intel We are seeking a talented and motivated Memory Systems Firmware Development Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will play a critical part in the design and implementation of cutting-edge firmware solutions for Intel's memory subsystems. Your work will directly influence the stability, performance, and innovation of Intel's industry-leading products, driving advancements in memory technology. This position offers an exceptional opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams, tackle complex technical challenges, and contribute to the future of computing.

Requirements

• You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Experience would be obtained through a combination of prior education level classes, and current level school classes, projects, research, and relevant previous job and/or internship experience.
• Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field OR a Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 1+ years of experience in:
• Proficiency in C programming and firmware development.
• Strong understanding of computer architecture and memory subsystems.
• Demonstrated ability to debug firmware and analyze complex system-level issues.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with data structures, problem-solving methodologies, and firmware debug tools.
• Familiarity with JEDEC specifications and standards.
• Knowledge of IP software development processes.
• Familiarity with bug and issue analysis in customer-facing environments.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work across technical disciplines and teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement firmware that abstracts low-level hardware details, ensuring seamless interaction with higher-level software layers.
• Gather and analyze requirements, perform design reviews, code reviews, and ensure successful testing and validation of product implementations.
• Develop firmware solutions to enable initialization of memory controllers, training engines, and physical interface layers, meeting JEDEC specifications and memory technology standards.
• Define and implement training and calibration algorithms for memory subsystems.
• Enable firmware on simulation models to verify designs, analyze timing, and identify bugs.
• Collaborate with digital and analog architects, as well as RTL designers, to improve verification processes and meet functional design goals.
• Work with CI/CD processes, leveraging tools like Jenkins to support development workflows.
• Root cause, debug, and resolve issues in both pre-silicon and post-silicon environments.
• Provide expertise in memory technologies, maintaining compliance with JEDEC standards and contributing to advancements across digital and analog domains.

Benefits

• We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation.
• Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel .

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees