Staff Firmware Engineer

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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

Samsung Semiconductor, Inc. is a world leader in Memory, System LSI and Display technologies. We are currently looking for Firmware Engineers to join our rapidly growing Enterprise Product Development in San Jose, CA that is developing the next generation of enterprise solid-state flash technologies. Our core development focus is the host interface firmware layer that sits in the intersection of system software and flash management firmware. This key host interface firmware technology drives Samsung’s breakthrough V-NAND technology and enables our customers to power performance-oriented, demanding, enterprise-class applications ranging from hyper-scale data centers to big data processing, to software defined virtualized storage arrays and infrastructures.

The ideal candidate for this role would share our passion for creating and innovating new technologies, and thrive in a highly dynamic, fast-paced, results-driven environment. We are looking for highly talented, passionate, and versatile engineers that can create the next generation enterprise SSD solutions.

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

Job ID: 41957

Design and development of high-performance firmware and software for cutting-edge enterprise SSD products.

Debug, optimize, and validate SSD firmware on complex embedded multi-core architectures.

Support customer qualification and adoption of SSD products.

Participate in ground-breaking advanced SSD storage development and research projects.

What You Bring

Bachelors with 10+ years of relevant industry experience, or Masters with 8+ years or PhD with 5+ years storage firmware development or related technical field preferred.

Strong programming experience and demonstrated proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems, including development of algorithms, manipulation of complex data structures, and implementing highly optimized code, is required.

Relevant hands on experience in embedded software or firmware development, including storage devices or other embedded platforms is required.

Experience with one or more of the following storage related technologies: NAND Flash/FTL, Fibre Channel, NVM Express, SAS, SATA, SCSI, SSD, PCI Express, eMMC, or UFS is beneficial.

Experience with ARM or equivalent embedded multi-core microprocessor architectures is required.

Hands on experience with JTAG/ICE debuggers and protocol analyzers is required.

Some scripting experience in one of Python/Perl/Javascript is desired.

Familiarity and experience with modern agile software development methodologies and practices is preferred.

Good oral and written skills for communication and documentation of technical information.

Open to 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.

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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

$153,075—$236,925 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.

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