Principal Engineer, Systems Design Verification 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 visionary Principal Engineer as part of System Validation Infra to join our team in Bengaluru India In this pivotal role you will lead the technical direction of our engineering efforts drive innovation and mentor our talented team of engineers As a Principal Engineer you will be at the forefront of designing and implementing cutting-edge solutions and monitoring infra tools and systems deployment that shape the future of our products Develop and maintain CI CD pipelines for firmware and qualification workflows using Jenkins any similar tool and Git Write basic to complex automation scripts using Python for data processing job execution and system integration Integrate and maintain dashboards and reports in Power BI to visualize qualification and failure data Collaborate with QA test and validation teams to automate test infrastructure and improve coverage Collect and analyze logs and metrics related to system failures assist in root cause analysis RCA Work with engineering teams to track bugs manage tasks and plan releases using Jira Enforce best practices in version control branching strategies and release management Participate in continuous improvement of DevOps tools techniques and documentation Collaborate with cross-functional teams to work on requirements and by understanding them deeper into technical specifications Provide mentorship to engineering teams fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement Perform code reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure code quality and best practices Recommend new technologies tools and methodologies to enhance our engineering capabilities Drive the resolution of complex technical challenges and make critical design decisions Contribute to the establishment of engineering standards best practices and documentation Represent the team in design and development related discussions with stakeholders and external partners Qualifications Bachelor s or Master s degree in Computer Science Engineering or a related field or equivalent practical experience 8 years of software engineering experience with at least 3 years in a senior or lead engineering role Hands-on to DevOps or infrastructure automation experience Strong understanding of Git Jenkins and Jira workflows Proven track record of leading large to mid-scale complex software projects from conception to successful delivery Proficiency in Python scripting for automation and data processing Good hands-on experience with Power BI for dashboard report creation and data analysis Basic knowledge of failure analysis techniques working with logs test reports and system data to support RCA Familiarity with Docker any similar tool and Linux-based systems Good understanding of CI CD practices and tools version control systems e g Git and agile methodologies Strong understanding of performance optimization scalability and reliability in large to mid-scale systems Familiarity with monitoring logging and observability tools and practices Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex issues and develop innovative solutions Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and influence technical decisions Good knowledge of Flash Memory concepts Protocol knowledge such as UFS or eMMC shall be an added advantage Experience mentoring and developing junior engineers Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail and a data-driven approach to decision-making Ability to balance technical excellence with pragmatic solutions to meet business objectives 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