Sr Customer Validation Engineer

Plan and implement customer‑specific system and SSD validation cycles, including regressions and qualification runs. Set up and maintain validation environments and analyze test results to drive root‑cause resolution. Perform system‑level and drive‑level debugging and reproduce customer‑reported issues. Develop and enhance validation test cases, scripts, and automation frameworks. Own the process of conducting validation for assigned programs while mentoring developing engineers and contributing to test strategy. 6+ years of experience in customer, product, or system validation roles. Hands-on experience accomplishing system‑level validation in complex hardware/software environments. Strong debugging skills across system, firmware, and hardware domains. Experience collaborating with multi-functional engineering teams (firmware, hardware, systems). Proficiency with scripting/programming in Python, C/C++, or similar languages and understanding of validation methodologies. Experience supporting OEM, hyperscale, or cloud customer qualification programs. Prior ownership of validation execution for customer‑facing platforms. Mentoring experience or technical leadership in validation teams. Familiarity with industry certifications, compatibility testing, or joint qualification processes. Strong communication skills for multi-functional and customer‑facing interactions. $112,000.00 - $238,000.00 a year Additional compensation may include benefits, bonuses and equity. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target base pay for new hire salaries of the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, tenure and relevant education or training. The pay scale is subject to change depending on business needs. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. To learn about your right to work click here. AI alert: Candidates are encouraged to use AI tools to enhance their resume and/or application materials. However, all information provided must be accurate and reflect the candidate's true skills and experiences. Misuse of AI to fabricate or misrepresent qualifications will result in immediate disqualification.