Staff Engineer, Firmware Engineering

In this position, you will participate in development of advanced system architectures and complex simulation models for Western Digital s next generation solid state drive products.

Typical activities include designing, programming, debugging, and modifying simulation models in order to evaluate these changes and assess the performance, power, and endurance of the product. This position also requires analysis and debug of firmware designs to correlate results against and improve those simulation models.

You will work closely with excellent colleague engineers, cope with complex challenges, innovate, and develop products that will be sold in millions of units.

Job Description

Proven profile of excellency

Excellent interpersonal skills and team player

Proven ability to work as part of a global team in multiple geographies

At least 6 years hands on experience of SSD Firmware development including Storage Protocols like NVMe, NVMe MI, SAS etc. is MUST

Expertise and deep understanding of PCIe/ SMBUS/ I2C/ I3C is expected

Knowledge on ARM Processors and their in depth working of interrupts, debugging across different ARM Modes, GPIOs and other generic peripherals .

Experience with scripting automation using Python

Experience with debug and performance optimization of complex embedded systems

Multi-disciplinary experience, including familiarity with Firmware and ASIC design

Previous patent filing - advantage

Previous scientific publications - advantage

Previous experience with storage systems, protocols, and NAND flash - strong advantage