Principal Engineer, Hardware Development Engineering

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.

Analog/ Electrical Validation and Characterization Engineer

Sandisk, a global storage leading company, is looking for an experienced hardware technical leader for developing characterization methods and be the technical team leader.

As a characterization engineer you will focus on hands-on multi-disciplinary characterizations and Failure Analyses of Flash memory products as well as technically leading your team mates.

Summary of essential job functions:

• Perform comprehensive characterization methods of embedded memory company products, including developing and implementing new testing protocols
• Characterize high speed SerDes interfaces, practice signal and power integrity analyses, analog IPs and execute failure analyses and product integration activities in SNDK labs
• Demonstrate good understanding of Analog/HW Validation flow with hands-on experience in PCIE/UFS/DDR interfaces
• Technically lead and mentor a team of HW validation engineers, providing guidance on complex issues and fostering professional growth
• Design and execute test plans for new product validation, ensuring thorough coverage of all critical parameters
• Analyze and interpret complex data sets, preparing detailed reports and presentations for both technical and non-technical audiences
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, product, and manufacturing to resolve technical issues and improve product performance
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in flash memory and analog validation techniques
• Develop and maintain documentation for validation processes, test procedures, and best practices
• Participate in design reviews and provide valuable input on product testability and validation strategies
• Troubleshoot and debug complex hardware issues, utilizing advanced lab equipment and analytical skills
• Optimize existing validation processes to improve efficiency and reduce time-to-market
• Contribute to the development of internal tools and automation scripts to enhance validation capabilities
• Represent the validation team in technical discussions with customers and partners when required

Requirements:

• B.E in Electronic & Electrical Engineering 
• Hands on proven experience of 7-12 years in lab measurements - must
• Familiarity with high end Oscilloscopes, TDR, PS measurements - must
• Familiarity with Sampling scope, VNAs & BERTs – an advantage
• Working experience with USA based companies – an advantage

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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