Staff / Sr. Staff - NVMe SSD Validation Engineer (DVT)

SK hynix memory solutions America Inc.•San Jose, CA

About The Position

SK hynix Memory Solution is seeking a Staff / Sr. Staff NVMe SSD Validation Engineer (DVT) to perform design validation testing for NVMe SSD devices and systems. The engineer will develop test plans based on NVMe, OCP, and PCIe specifications, product requirements, and customer requirements; execute test suites for release and test firmware; report results; and track defects. The role involves failure analysis and root-cause identification in collaboration with development and functional teams, as well as engagement with third-party vendors on test suite updates, tool development, platform troubleshooting, and maintenance. The engineer is also expected to keep current with industry and customer requirements and use AI tools to improve work efficiency. SK hynix Memory Solution develops DRAM and NAND flash technologies for applications including mobile devices, cloud computing, and data centers. The company describes a commitment to sustainability, AI and machine-learning investment, and eco-friendly solutions and operational practices. It offers a collaborative work environment that encourages career growth.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in the data storage industry; enterprise SSD/NVMe experience is preferred.
Solid understanding of NVMe fundamentals, including Admin and I/O commands, Log Pages, Power Loss Protection (PLP), Controller Level Resets, and Out-of-Band (OOB) interface.
Familiarity with storage test methodologies for NVMe, OCP, and PCIe requirements.
Ability to capture signal waveforms and PCIe traces for bus-level debugging.
Strong system and device debugging skills, including the ability to resolve complex issues independently.
Proficiency in developing automation scripts using JavaScript and Python.
Experience leveraging AI tools such as Claude, ChatGPT, SkHy, or Gemini to improve engineering productivity.
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or another applicable engineering field.

Nice To Haves

Enterprise SSD/NVMe experience.
Experience working with enterprise servers in Linux, ESXi, and Windows Server environments.

Responsibilities

Develop test plans for devices and systems under test based on NVMe, OCP, and PCIe specifications, product requirements, and customer requirements.
Perform DVT testing for release and test firmware, including executing test suites, reporting results, and filing and tracking defects.
Analyze failures, identify root causes, and collaborate with development and functional teams to resolve product challenges.
Engage with third-party vendors on test suite updates, tool development requests, platform troubleshooting, and maintenance.
Stay current on new features and functional changes in NVMe, OCP, PCIe, industry, and customer requirements.
Leverage AI tools to improve work efficiency.