SSD Systems Engineer

As an SSD Systems Engineer at Solidigm, your primary responsibilities will include collaborating with engineering teams across firmware, hardware, platform, and validation to identify and troubleshoot complex SSD issues. This may involve debugging SSD firmware and software, analyzing performance and reliability, and utilizing advanced tools like PCIe/NVMe protocol analyzers to reach effective solutions.

To apply for the SSD Systems Engineer position at Solidigm, you should hold a BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering with at least 7 years of relevant experience or an MS with 5 years. You must demonstrate a strong understanding of NAND and SSD architectures, experience in embedded system firmware development or debugging, and proficiency in both Linux and Windows operating systems.

At Solidigm, the work environment is dynamic and team-oriented. As an SSD Systems Engineer, you will collaborate with diverse teams, tackling challenging tasks in a fast-paced setting. The culture emphasizes innovation, inclusion, and collaboration while providing you the tools and support needed to excel.

Solidigm is committed to fostering the professional growth of its SSD Systems Engineers by providing opportunities for continuous learning, challenging projects, and collaboration with experienced professionals. With a focus on innovation, the company encourages team members to explore new ideas and expand their skill sets.

As an SSD Systems Engineer at Solidigm, you will utilize various tools and technologies for debugging and analysis, including PCIe and NVMe protocol analyzers. Your work will often involve close engagement with internal tools, firmware debuggers, and performance validation software that are essential for troubleshooting SSD issues.

When answering this question, share specific examples of your experience with SSD architecture, detailing projects you've worked on, your role, and the technologies you’ve employed. Highlight how your experience aligns with Solidigm's focus on NAND and SSD innovations.

In your answer, illustrate a specific problem related to SSD firmware or hardware that required innovative thinking. Discuss the analytical tools and methods you used, the teams you collaborated with, and how your solution benefited the project or company.

Discuss your strategies for keeping up to date with SSD technology, such as following industry publications, attending conferences, participating in webinars, or engaging in professional communities. This shows your commitment to lifelong learning and staying at the forefront of the field.

Share your knowledge of protocols such as NVMe and PCIe, including specific instances of how you've used them in previous roles. Provide examples of how you diagnosed issues or enhanced performance using these protocols.

When responding, detail your experience debugging embedded systems, including the specific tools you're familiar with, such as firmware debuggers and protocol analyzers. Provide examples of how you effectively used them to diagnose SSD related issues.

Share strategies for effective collaboration, emphasizing your communication skills, conflict resolution abilities, and examples of past projects where you successfully worked with teams from different domains. Highlight your understanding of the importance of teamwork in engineering roles.

Discuss your understanding of SSD reliability factors such as data integrity, performance metrics, and error correction techniques. Provide examples of how you have implemented or tested these factors in your previous work.

Articulate why performance testing is critical in SSD development, focusing on user experience and product quality. Describe any specific methodologies you've employed to ensure adequate performance standards are met.

Explain your time management techniques, such as prioritization, scheduling, and using tools to track progress. Incorporate examples of how these strategies have enabled you to succeed in previous roles as an engineer.

Relate your passion for memory technology and how Solidigm’s innovation mission does resonate with your career goals. Mention specific aspects of Solidigm’s culture or projects that excite you, and how you see yourself contributing to their success.