New College Grad - Firmware Engineer

Job Title

New College Grad - Firmware Engineer

Role Summary

Design, build, test, and debug firmware for high-performance memory controllers and SSD platforms. Work on feature development, failure analysis, and system-level debugging in collaboration with cross-functional engineering teams.

Experience Level

Entry-level (new college graduate). Note: the posting's minimum qualifications also list 3+ years of embedded firmware experience.

Responsibilities

Deliver firmware and support product development across system layers.

• Develop, build, test, and debug firmware for memory controllers and SSD products.
• Perform failure analysis, triage issues, and produce detailed bug reports.
• Analyze, design, program, troubleshoot, and enhance firmware across system layers.
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams to resolve complex system-level issues.
• Use AI-assisted tools and workflows (including LLM-based tools) to improve code development, debugging, log analysis, and automation.

Requirements

Key technical requirements and preferred skills.

Must-have:

• 3+ years of embedded firmware development experience.
• Strong programming skills in C/C++ and Python; experience with low-level programming (assembly/machine language).
• Experience with storage technologies such as SSDs, HDDs, or NAND flash memory.
• Experience applying or leveraging AI-supported tools (e.g., code-assist or AI assistant solutions) in development or debugging.

Nice-to-have:

• Understanding of storage interfaces such as PCIe/NVMe, SATA, or SAS.
• Strong scripting and automation skills (Python or similar).
• Experience leading projects or mentoring engineers in firmware or embedded systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Exposure to Generative AI or agentic AI workflows applied to firmware development or system-level debugging.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field; PhD preferred.

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.