Sr Engineer, FW & Product Test Eng

Micron • Longmont, CO

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Engineer (E3) in the Firmware & Product Testing (FPT) team supports the validation of enterprise SSD firmware through test development, automation, execution, and failure analysis. This role focuses on NVMe front-end features and customer specifications while applying Python-based automation and data-driven techniques to improve test efficiency and product quality. Working closely with firmware test engineers, senior mentors, and data scientists, the engineer gains hands-on experience at the intersection of firmware validation and AI/ML, contributing to more effective and scalable testing methodologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• 3+ years of experience in SSD firmware testing, firmware validation, or firmware development
• Strong knowledge of NVMe architecture, storage protocols, PCIe, and host-to-device interactions
• Experience with Python-based test automation, debugging firmware issues, and analyzing hardware/firmware interactions
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience with SSD security validation, including TCG Opal, Enterprise SSC, NVMe security commands, SPDM, DICE/CMA, and secure boot technologies
• Knowledge of cryptographic technologies such as AES, RSA, ECC, SHA-2, SHA-3, and post-quantum cryptography concepts
• Experience building scalable validation infrastructure, regression frameworks, and CI/CD-based test execution
• Proven ability to lead technical discussions and collaborate across global engineering teams
• Candidates with 2-3 years of experience and strong Python programming and test development skills may be considered for entry-level opportunities

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement SSD firmware test strategies across development, qualification, and sustaining phases
• Design and implement tests for firmware features, NVMe protocols, security capabilities, and system behaviors
• Analyze failures from regressions, customer issues, and field returns to identify root cause and drive resolution
• Build and maintain Python-based automation, regression frameworks, and test coverage reporting
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams on feature validation, debug, design reviews, and AI-enabled process improvements

Benefits

• Choice of medical, dental and vision plans
• Benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Paid family leave
• Robust paid time-off program
• Paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level