Principal SSD Systems Design Engineer

Job Title

Principal SSD Systems Design Engineer

Role Summary

As Principal SSD Systems Design Engineer in Micron's SSD Product Development Team, you will lead system architecture, guide cross-functional execution from concept to high-volume manufacturing, and mentor engineering staff. The role requires deep SSD technical authority and influence across global teams.

Onsite role based in Longmont, CO; remote and hybrid arrangements are not supported.

Experience Level

Senior-level (Principal). Years of experience: not specified.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include system-level design, cross-domain debugging, characterization, and stakeholder communication.

• Lead system-level design definition and reviews for SSD products, aligning roadmap, customer requirements, and platform capabilities.
• Drive resolution of complex multi-domain technical issues (firmware, hardware, systems) using structured, data-driven debug approaches.
• Define and implement system-level characterization strategies for power, thermal, performance, and reliability.
• Serve as primary technical interface for executive partners, customers, and global engineering teams.
• Lead lessons-learned initiatives and continuous improvement of SSD development methodologies.
• Mentor engineers and shape technical direction through leadership and influence.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and demonstrable systems experience. Preferred items listed concisely.

• Deep expertise in SSD architecture: controller design, FTL, wear-leveling, NAND lifecycle.
• Strong knowledge of PCIe and NVMe protocols and performance optimization.
• Experience in system-level design, debug, and characterization across development phases.
• Hands-on experience with lab instrumentation and board-level debug.
• Proven ability to drive cross-functional technical initiatives and resolve complex system issues.
• Preferred: programming skills for automation (Python, C++, or Bash); experience with SSD ASICs, firmware integration, system-level co-design, and power/thermal optimization; experience leading multi-functional teams and engaging with customers.

Education Requirements

Minimum: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent practical experience. Preferred: advanced degree (MS or PhD) in EE, CE, CS, or a related technical field. Equivalent practical experience is explicitly accepted.

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.