Principal SSD Systems Design Engineer
Micron Technology•Longmont, CO
•$175,000 - $297,000•Onsite
About The Position
As a Principal SSD Systems Design Engineer within Micron’s Solid State Drive (SSD) Product Development Team, you will be a technical leader and strategic influencer across global teams. You will drive SSD innovation from concept through high-volume manufacturing by developing architecture, guiding multifunctional execution, mentoring engineering talent, and leveraging AI to influence product direction at organizational scale. The position is full-time and onsite in Longmont, Colorado; remote and hybrid arrangements are not supported.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or equivalent experience.
- Deep expertise in SSD architecture, including controller design, FTL, wear-leveling, and NAND lifecycle.
- Strong knowledge of PCIe and NVMe protocols and performance optimization.
- Experience in system-level design, debugging, and characterization across development phases.
- Hands-on expertise with lab instrumentation and board-level debugging.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or a related field.
- Experience with SSD ASICs, firmware integration, and system-level co-design.
- Strong programming skills in Python, C++, or Bash for automation.
- Experience with system-level power and thermal optimization.
- Experience leading multifunctional teams and working with customers.
Responsibilities
- Lead system-level design definition and design reviews for SSD products, aligning with the roadmap, customer requirements, and platform capabilities.
- Drive resolution of complex technical issues across firmware, hardware, and systems using structured methodologies and data-driven debugging.
- Define and implement system-level characterization strategies for power, thermal performance, reliability, and performance.
- Act as a primary technical interface for executive partners, customers, and global engineering teams.
- Lead lessons-learned initiatives and continuous improvement of SSD development methodologies.
- Mentor engineers and shape technical direction through leadership and influence.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Programs to help protect income in case of illness or injury.
- Paid family leave.
- Paid time off.
- Paid holidays.
- Benefits may include bonuses and equity.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
