Senior Firmware & Product Test Engineer

Job Title

Senior Firmware & Product Test Engineer

Role Summary

Senior engineer on the Firmware & Product Testing (FPT) team responsible for validating enterprise SSD firmware, with emphasis on NVMe front-end features and customer specifications.

The role focuses on test development, Python-based automation, execution, failure analysis, and applying data-driven / AI/ML techniques to improve test efficiency and product quality while collaborating with firmware engineers and data scientists.

Experience Level

Senior level. Approximately 5+ years of relevant firmware or validation experience expected.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include verification plan development, test automation, failure analysis, and cross-functional communication.

• Develop and execute firmware verification plans for NVMe protocols and customer specifications, focusing on front-end features (e.g., SMART, TRIM, Get Log Page, OCP).
• Design and implement grey-box, white-box, and black-box test methodologies across simulation, FPGA prototyping, and prototype hardware.
• Analyze failures from weekly regressions, perform root-cause analysis, and document findings and mitigation steps.
• Develop, maintain, and execute Python-based test automation, data-collection tools, and reporting within FPT frameworks.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to improving test coverage and code quality.
• Apply and tune AI/ML techniques where appropriate for anomaly detection and failure pattern identification.
• Communicate test results and recommendations to firmware teams, test developers, and management.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills, practical experience, and personal qualities required for the role.

• Proficiency in Python and familiarity with libraries such as NumPy and pandas; basic experience using scikit-learn.
• Solid understanding of test automation, testing methodologies, and common test tools.
• Working knowledge of machine learning fundamentals (algorithms, training concepts, evaluation metrics).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to debug complex issues and work with test data.
• Hands-on validation experience and the ability to work independently with guidance from senior engineers.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills for cross-functional work.

Nice-to-have:

• Exposure to ML frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch.
• Academic or project experience in machine learning, data science, or AI.
• Basic understanding of embedded systems, firmware, or hardware testing concepts.
• Familiarity with software development practices including Git and agile workflows.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree plus ~5 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.

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.