Staff Engineer, Product Development Engineering (Embedded Firmware Development, C/3D NAND/Microcontr

Sandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape.

Sandisk meets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibility forward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globally for innovation, performance and quality.

Sandisk has two facilities recognized by the World Economic Forum as part of the Global Lighthouse Network for advanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthouses for breakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world moving forward.

We are seeking an experienced Embedded Firmware Development Engineer to join our Product Development Engineering team. The role involves designing and developing firmware and NAND test programs to qualify NAND flash memory devices. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure robust and efficient solutions for high-volume manufacturing environments.

Skill: (Embedded Firmware Development, C/3D NAND/Microcontroller)

Job Responsibilities:

• Analyze requirements from cross-functional teams to qualify NAND for USB, SD, uSD, and external SSD products.
• Design, develop, review, and enhance firmware and test programs to meet qualification standards.
• Debug and resolve issues in existing test programs; collaborate with cross-functional teams to address production-related challenges.
• Interpret controller and protocol specifications to develop accurate and efficient test programs.
• Understand existing firmware architecture and implement necessary enhancements for improved functionality.
• Work effectively with geographically distributed teams to ensure timely and high-quality delivery of committed deliverables.
• Demonstrate a strong passion for learning new technologies and applying them to improve processes and solutions.

Job Requirements

• Education: B.E or B.Tech (Full-time), preferably in Electronics and Communication
• Experience: 4–8 years in Embedded Firmware Development
• Strong proficiency in C programming, NAND programming, and Python
• In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with ARM/ARC/RISC-V microcontroller architectures and peripherals (TIMER, SPI, I2C, UART, USB, DMA)
• Expertise in embedded system design, development, testing, and debugging
• Familiarity with debugging tools such as GDB & JTAG
• Experience with RTOS (MQX) is desirable
• Ability to read schematics and interpret controller datasheets/specifications.
• Knowledge of NAND flash memory (BiCS) is a plus.
• Experience using logic analyzer tools (e.g., GoLogic) is advantageous.
• Familiarity with configuration management tools (SVN, Git, Bitbucket), defect tracking tools (JIRA), and peer review systems (e.g., Code Collaborator)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Minimum qualification : B.E or B.Tech (Full time course, preferably in Electronics and communication)
• 4-8 years experience of Embedded Firmware Development
• Excellent in C Programming skills, NAND Programming skills & Python skill

Sandisk thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

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