Staff Engineer, Firmware

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What You'll Do

The Memory Solutions Lab (MSL) is part of Samsung’s Memory Business Unit, the industry's technology and volume leader in DRAM, NAND Flash, SRAM memory. MSL’s vision is to solve key problems and optimize architecture solutions for Cloud & Data center environments. We are an integral part of Samsung’s strong R&D focus & lab innovation engine. We work closely with various Samsung teams such as engineering, product planning, and marketing teams to bring new innovative features, and technologies to SSD product roadmap.

We are currently looking for a SSD Firmware Development Engineer to join our team in San Jose, CA. The Candidate will be a key technical member of MSL Data Center Device Solutions (DCDS) team. He or she will join a team of experts in researching and developing ASIC/FPGA based innovative data center storage, and compute solutions.

Research Data Center storage requirements, bottlenecks and pain points.

Propose next generation SSD architectures, solutions and features to address Data Center storage requirements.

Work on SSD firmware development activities such as architecture, code development, validation, lab bring-up, and performance fine-tuning.

Collaborate with software, firmware, and hardware teams for new features and technology development.

Collaborate and work with potential customers and partners for technology development.

Participate in industry standards organizations such as NVMe, OCP, and SNIA

Location: Hybrid with at least 3 days in office in San Jose, CA office location remainder of time to work remotely.

Job ID: 42045

What You Bring

Bachelor's with 10+ years of relevant industry experience, or Masters with 8+ year in Firmware engineering or PhD in Electrical, Computer Science or related Science with 5+ years of Industry Experience Preferred.

Solid understanding of storage technologies and SSD Controller architectures

Good understanding of computer architectures such as x86, ARM, RiSC-V

Strong programming skills with C/C++/Linux/RTOS/Bare-metal.

Hands-on experience related to lab prototype setup, testing, performance measurement and debug of embedded solutions.

Hands-on experience with hardware board bring-up, server system integration and software stack integration.

Solid knowledge of software, firmware, development process, best practices.

Good understanding of one or more technologies and protocols such as : NVMe, PCIe, Ethernet, TCP/IP

Must be highly motivated with excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.

Ability to work successfully with cross-functional teams, including coordinating across organizational boundaries and geographies.

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.

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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.

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

$132,000—$236,925 USD

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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.

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