Principal Engineer, Firmware Engineering

Company Description

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.

Job Description

As a Staff Firmware Engineer, you will design, and implement embedded firmware in C for cutting-edge storage solutions, including embedded NAND devices used in smartphones, tablets, and automotive systems. You will be instrumental in shaping the future of high-performance, low-latency storage products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement robust firmware modules using C for real-time embedded systems.
• Develop and optimize data structures, algorithms, and protocol stacks (e.g., UFS, PCIe, NVMe) for high-throughput storage interfaces.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across geographies to deliver scalable and maintainable firmware solutions.
• Work across simulation environments, FPGA platforms, and final hardware to validate and debug firmware.
• Participate in Agile development cycles, leveraging CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks.
• Drive innovation and contribute to IP generation through deep technical problem-solving and architectural contributions.
• Review system and board level specifications to ensure all FW features, verification, and diagnostic requirements are feasible and properly incorporated
• Develop processes to identify embedded system design issues early in the product development lifecycle
• Drive issue resolution and product stability to enable predictable and high quality product development

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 8 years of hands-on experience in embedded firmware development.
• Strong programming expertise in C/C++, specifically for RTOS-based embedded systems.
• Solid understanding of the firmware/software development lifecycle.
• Proven experience in debugging and optimizing performance of complex embedded systems using a variety of tools and environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Working knowledge of NAND flash fundamentals.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Experience working with cross-functional and geographically distributed teams.
• Quick learner with the ability to adapt and implement solutions efficiently.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.
• Exceptional communication skills in English—both verbal and written—with the ability to work across cultural and organizational boundaries.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience in firmware development for NAND Flash-based products.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation using Python.
• Prior contributions to patent filings or scientific publications.
• Demonstrated experience delivering end-to-end storage stack solutions on cutting-edge or new hardware platforms.

Additional Information

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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