Engineer, FW & Product Test Eng

About the role

As an Engineer II on the FPT team, you will help validate enterprise SSD firmware by developing test strategies, automating workflows, analyzing failures, and applying data-driven approaches to improve product quality. You will collaborate with firmware engineers, test developers, and AI/ML practitioners while gaining hands-on experience with storage technologies, automation frameworks, and AI-enabled engineering practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement firmware verification plans for customer requirements and NVMe features, including SMART, Trim, Get Log Page, and OCP
• Design and implement test methodologies to validate firmware functionality and reliability
• Analyze regression failures, perform root-cause analysis, and communicate findings, risks, and mitigation plans
• Develop and enhance Python-based test automation, reporting, and data-collection tools within established validation frameworks
• Leverage AI-powered tools, machine learning techniques, and data-driven methods to improve test efficiency, failure detection, and workflow automation

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with approximately 3 years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree, in Computer Science, Data Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
• Proficiency in Python and experience with libraries such as NumPy, pandas, and Scikit-learn
• Experience with test automation, testing methodologies, validation tools, and debugging complex technical issues
• Working knowledge of machine learning fundamentals, including common algorithms, training concepts, and evaluation metrics
• Experience using AI-powered tools or AI-enabled workflows to improve engineering productivity, test quality, and operational efficiency

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch
• Academic, research, or project experience in machine learning, data science, or artificial intelligence
• Experience using AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Claude, Microsoft Copilot, or similar technologies
• Understanding of embedded systems, firmware validation, or hardware testing concepts
• Familiarity with Git, Agile methodologies, and modern software development practices

Pay

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $81,000.00 - $137,000.00 a year. Additional compensation may include benefits, bonuses, and equity. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, tenure, and relevant education or training.

Benefits

• A choice of medical, dental, and vision plans
• Income protection programs if unable to work due to illness or injury
• Paid family leave
• A robust paid time-off program and paid holidays