United States of America Hybrid

Sandisk is hiring an Engineer, Customer Firmware Engineering

About the Role

Role Overview

Join a technical team focused on firmware development for high-performance storage products. In this role, you will design, debug, and enhance firmware for solid-state drives running on embedded multi-core platforms. Your work will directly support customer adoption and qualification of SSD solutions, ensuring reliability and performance in real-world applications.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and integrate core firmware components for SSDs
  • Diagnose and resolve firmware issues reported internally or by customers
  • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering groups to align on system-level requirements
  • Develop proof-of-concept firmware in partnership with customers and ecosystem partners
  • Support customer design-in efforts, including technical discussions and qualification support
  • Participate in debugging sessions at customer sites when necessary
  • Present technical details to field and account teams during remote calls

Qualifications

Required

  • Degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or Computer Science
  • Strong programming skills in C and C++
  • Experience with software algorithm development
  • Effective communication skills for working with global, cross-cultural teams

Preferred

  • Familiarity with NVMe and PCIe protocol interfaces
  • Understanding of Agile software development methodologies
  • Knowledge of Windows, Linux, or Chrome PC system architectures

Technical Environment

Primary tools and technologies include C, C++, NVMe, PCIe, Agile development practices, and operating environments such as Windows, Linux, and Chrome PC platforms.

Work Model

This position operates in a hybrid mode, open to candidates based in California, Colorado, or New York. Remote work is supported for eligible roles in these states, with occasional travel to customer locations for critical issue resolution when feasible.

Compensation & Benefits

The salary range reflects the company's current benchmark for this role in applicable states. Additional compensation includes performance-based bonuses through the Short-Term Incentive (STI) plan and eligibility for Long-Term Incentive (LTI) awards in the form of restricted stock units or cash equivalents. Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement savings through a 401(k) plan; tuition reimbursement; flexible spending and health savings accounts; life and disability insurance; pet and supplemental health coverage; legal assistance; and employee stock purchase options.

Company Culture

The organization values diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a workplace where individuals of all backgrounds feel respected and empowered to contribute. It upholds a strict policy against discrimination and harassment and provides accommodations for employees with disabilities. Equal opportunity is central to hiring, development, and advancement, in compliance with federal EEO guidelines and pay transparency regulations.

Required Skills
C/C++NVMePCIe ProtocolWindows ArchitectureLinux ArchitectureChrome PC ArchitectureFirmware EngineeringSW Algorithm DevelopmentCross-functional CommunicationCross-cultural Communication CC++NVMePCIeAgileWindowsLinuxChrome PCFirmware DevelopmentAlgorithm Development
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Sandisk
Sandisk innovates in Flash and advanced memory technologies, delivering solutions that enable digital world needs with groundbreaking memory products recognized globally for performance and quality.
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Job Details
Department Engineering
Category embedded
Posted 3 months ago