Hardware & Silicon Validation Senior Staff Engineer (SSD)

TL;DR

Hardware & Silicon Validation Senior Staff Engineer (SSD): Designing and executing post-silicon validation tests for SSD chipsets with an accent on firmware development and SoC performance characterization. Focus on developing bare-metal firmware, benchmarking applications, and ensuring system functionality through rigorous lab testing.

Location: Must be based in Santa Clara, CA

Salary: $127,630–$191,200 per annum

Company

hirify.global is a leading semiconductor company providing essential data infrastructure solutions across enterprise, cloud, and AI architectures.

What you will do

• Design and execute post-silicon validation tests for SSD chipsets during the R&D cycle.
• Develop, port, and execute bare-metal firmware to validate storage SoCs.
• Perform pre- and post-silicon testing of SoC functionality, including performance and power characterization.
• Review, create, and maintain test plans, procedures, and documentation.
• Analyze test results and generate professional validation reports.
• Collaborate with test engineers to support test development for mass production.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in CS/EE with 4+ years of experience or Master's/Ph.D. with 3+ years of experience.
• Proficiency in C/C++, ARM assembly, and 32/64-bit ARM CPU architecture.
• Experience in firmware development under bare-metal or Linux environments.
• Hands-on experience with lab instruments like oscilloscopes and logic analyzers.
• Must be eligible to access export-controlled information under U.S. law.
• Good communication skills in English.

Nice to have

• Experience with SSD controllers.
• Knowledge of NAND, PCIe, NVMe, or DDR interfaces.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive financial well-being programs including an employee stock purchase plan.
• Robust family support and mental health resources.
• Recognition and service awards for employee contributions.
• Commitment to professional growth and long-term career development.

Hiring process

• Interviews are conducted in real-time to evaluate individual experience and communication skills.
• AI tools are strictly prohibited during the interview process.