Intern - Data Center SSD Firmware

Job Title

Intern - Data Center SSD Firmware

Role Summary

The intern will work with the SSD Engineering team to develop, test, and optimize firmware for Micron's SSD products. The role involves hands-on embedded systems work, debugging, firmware validation, and using AI-enabled tools to improve engineering productivity.

Experience Level

Entry-level internship. Recommended 0–2 years of relevant experience from internships, coursework, research, or projects.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include developing and validating firmware, debugging issues, and contributing to software quality.

• Collaborate with firmware engineers to develop, test, and enhance SSD firmware features and functionality.
• Debug and resolve firmware issues to improve product performance, reliability, and quality.
• Create and execute test plans to validate firmware behavior and support product qualification.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of development processes and software quality.
• Use AI-enabled tools and workflows to automate tasks and accelerate firmware development.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and experience; preferred items listed under Nice-to-have.

• Must-have: Programming experience in C/C++ (coursework, projects, internships, or research).
• Must-have: Basic understanding of embedded systems, computer architecture, operating systems, or firmware concepts.
• Must-have: Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Must-have: Familiarity with AI-enabled tools and large language models (e.g., Copilot, Claude) for engineering workflows.
• Nice-to-have: Previous internship, co-op, research, or project experience in firmware, embedded software, or systems engineering.
• Nice-to-have: Familiarity with SSD technology, NAND flash memory, or storage protocols.
• Nice-to-have: Experience with Git, JIRA, or similar development and project management tools.
• Nice-to-have: Scripting experience (Python) for automation, testing, or data analysis.

Education Requirements

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field and must be returning to school following the internship.

About the Company

Company: Micron Technology

Headquarters: Boise, Idaho, USA

Micron Technology is a global leader in memory and storage solutions, dedicated to transforming how the world uses information. The company offers a diverse portfolio of high-performance DRAM, NAND, and NOR memory products under the Micron and Crucial brands. With a commitment to customer focus and technological innovation, Micron drives advancements in artificial intelligence, 5G, and other data-centric applications, empowering users to learn, communicate, and progress.