Early Entry Sr. Assistant Engineer, NVMe Firmware Engineer

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Our technology solutions power the tools you use every day--including smartphones, electric vehicles, hyperscale data centers, IoT devices, and so much more. Here, you’ll have an opportunity to be part of a global leader whose innovative designs are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and powering the future.

We believe innovation and growth are driven by an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce. We’re dedicated to empowering people to be their true selves. Together, we’re building a better tomorrow for our employees, customers, partners, and communities.

What You’ll Do

The Product Firmware Development team is a customer-facing firmware team that focuses on firmware customization/feature development, as well as firmware issues and fix implementation. The team supports enterprise SAS NVMe (non-volatile memory express) as well as datacenter NVMe SSD firmware.

You’ll focus on OEM firmware development and support. As you progress, you’ll have opportunities to learn firmware architecture and embedded systems, code base, debug tools, project design, implementation, testing workflow, and so much more.

Analyze, debug, and resolve firmware issues observed at domestic and international customer sites as well as at local and overseas development centers.

Triage and root cause system, driver, and device interoperability issues at customer sites.

OEM Spec gap analysis, firmware customization/feature development; collaborate with other engineering teams to analyze debug information and implement and deploy firmware patches.

Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

Location: Onsite at our San Jose headquarters 3 days a week with the flexibility to work remotely the remainder of your time

What You Bring

BS in Computer/Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Computer Science with 0 years of working experience

Graduation date between December 2023 - August 2024

Strong programming skills, proficient with C/C++

Solid understanding of embedded systems

Strong verbal and written skills for communication and documentation of technical information

Open to frequent and possible extended domestic and/or international travel

You’re inclusive, adapting your style to the situation and diverse global norms of our people

An avid learner, you approach challenges with curiosity and resilience, seeking data to help build understanding

You’re collaborative, building relationships, humbly offering support and openly welcoming approaches

Innovative and creative, you proactively explore new ideas and adapt quickly to change

What We Offer

The pay range below is for all roles at this level across all US locations and functions. Individual pay rates depend on a number of factors—including the role’s function and location, as well as the individual’s 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.

Grow Your Career As a member of our Early Career cohort, we’ll ensure you have all the resources you need to succeed—including dedicated development resources, opportunities to build relationships across the business, and hands-on training alongside our seasoned experts. Stretch your technical knowledge and grow your career with Samsung!

Give Back With a charitable giving match and frequent opportunities to get involved, we take an active role in supporting the community.

Enjoy Time Away You’ll start with 4+ weeks of paid time off a year, plus holidays and sick leave, to rest and recharge.

Care for Family Whatever family means to you, we want to support you along the way—including a stipend for fertility care or adoption, medical travel support, and an errand service.

Prioritize Emotional Wellness With on-demand apps and paid therapy sessions, you’ll have support no matter where you are.

Stay Fit Eating well and being active are important parts of a healthy life. Our onsite Café and gym, plus virtual classes, make it easier.

Embrace Flexibility Benefits are best when you have the space to use them. That’s why we facilitate a flexible environment so you can find the right balance for you.

Base Pay Range

$97,750—$132,250 USD

Equal Opportunity Employment Policy

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.

Covid-19 Policy

To help keep our employees, customers, and communities safe, we’ve developed guidelines for our teams. Currently, we encourage vaccination for all employees and may require it depending on job functions (e.g., traveling for business, meeting with customers). While visiting our offices or attending team events, we ask employees to complete a daily health questionnaire and complete a weekly COVID test. Our COVID policies are subject to change depending on public health, regulatory and business circumstances.

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