Senior Engineer, SSD Qualification

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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 youll have an opportunity to be part of a global leader whose innovative designs are pushing the boundaries of whats possible and powering the future.

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

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

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

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

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

At the Technology Enabling Development Lab (TED) 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 Samsungs 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.

Location: Daily onsite presence at our San Jose headquarters in alignment with our Flexible Work policy.

What Youll Do

• Execution of enterprise SSD qualifications in customer systems.

• Communicate with team lead to understand qualification processes and test plans. Report status of qualifications and manage customer expectations.

• Coordinate with internal team and customer test engineers to execute qual plans as per schedule. Teams will be both local and remote.

• Triage test failures and do a first level FA. Design and execute experiments to root cause defects and verify fixes in coordination with development teams.

• Provide feedback to functional test teams on issues seen in customer quals to better functional test coverage.

• Contribute in Triaging customer field issues and provide support for timely resolution of customer issues.

• Identify automation opportunities and help Automation team to continue to improve and add to the existing framework.

What You Bring

• BS in Computer Science or related technical field with 5 years of system level testing or development of enterprise servers and enterprise storage systems experience or MS with 3 years preferred.
• Experience with at least 1 storage protocol like NVMe/PCIe SAS SATA Fibre Channel

• Familiar with one of protocol analyzers like LeCroy SerialTek or Xgig System or device level performance analysis

• Proficiency in server operating systems especially system debug tools such as system logs.

• Knowledge of enterprise storage/server system technologies.

• Expertise in storage test tools such as performance benchmarks IO stress tools protocol certifications Test execution and bug management tools.

• Scripting experience such as in Perl Shell or Python

• Youre 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.

• Youre 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. Paywithin this range varies by work locationand may also depend on job-related knowledge skillsand experience. 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 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 Youll 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 wayincluding a stipend for fertility care or adoption medical travel support and virtual vet care for your fur babies.
Prioritize Emotional Wellness With on-demand apps and free confidential therapy sessions youll 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. Thats why we facilitate a flexible environment so you can find the right balance for you.

Base Pay Range

$138000 - $206000 USD

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