Technologist, 14+ Yrs Exp In 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 We are seeking a deep technical Technologist to join our Firmware Engineering team focusing on the core low-level firmware for our next-generation high-bandwidth flash controller on the Gaia project You will be a key player in architecting and implementing the firmware that directly interacts with the NAND memory manages system power and thermals and controls the LPDDR memory This is a hands-on role for a problem-solver who can ensure the performance reliability and efficiency of our flash storage solutions Key Responsibilities NAND Flash Firmware Architect and implement the low-level firmware that directly controls and accesses the NAND flash memory This includes developing drivers for high-speed flash interfaces and designing algorithms for raw data access error correction and wear leveling at the physical layer Power Thermal Management Lead the design and implementation of intelligent firmware for low-power states dynamic voltage and frequency scaling DVFS and thermal throttling You will be responsible for optimizing power consumption and managing the thermal profile of the controller under various workload conditions LPDDR Driver Integration Develop and integrate the firmware driver for the LPDDR memory controller You ll ensure reliable high-speed data access by implementing routines for memory initialization training and self-refresh power-saving modes Debug Optimization Utilize your expertise to debug complex system-level issues related to NAND access power thermal and memory subsystems You ll profile and optimize the firmware to squeeze out every bit of performance and efficiency Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with the hardware ASIC and verification teams to define requirements and debug issues ensuring a cohesive and high-performing system Qualifications Required Qualifications Experience 14 years of hands-on experience in firmware or embedded systems development Low-Level Expertise Mastery of C C and a proven track record of developing low-level drivers for silicon and on-chip peripherals Flash Memory Strong experience with NAND flash memory and its physical interface including a solid understanding of error correction codes ECC and flash management principles Embedded Systems Deep knowledge of embedded systems architecture real-time operating systems RTOS and silicon bring-up Power Memory Extensive experience in developing firmware for power management DVFS and high-speed memory interfaces like LPDDR Problem-Solving Exceptional debugging and analytical skills with a focus on root cause analysis using tools like JTAG SWD logic analyzers and oscilloscopes Education Bachelor s or Master s degree in Computer Engineering Electrical Engineering or a related field 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 Sandisk is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process Please contact us at to advise us of your accommodation request In your email please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying