Principal Engineer, Product Development Engineering

About the role

We're looking for an experienced and visionary Principal Engineer, Product Development Engineering to join our team in Milpitas, United States.

Responsibilities

• Lead and drive product development initiatives from pre-silicon design through first silicon and full qualification, ensuring alignment with technology and product roadmaps
• Develop and implement comprehensive test strategies, test flows, and screening methodologies that optimize product quality and reliability metrics
• Conduct in-depth electrical and functional failure analysis during new product development and qualification phases, identifying root causes and defining corrective action plans
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders including design engineers, device engineers, manufacturing partners, and quality teams to resolve complex technical challenges
• Define and refine product specifications, test algorithms, and stress screening methods based on rigorous data analysis and industry best practices
• Monitor product quality metrics and reliability performance across product lines, driving continuous improvement initiatives and process optimization
• Partner with system and firmware teams to develop robust error handling algorithms and enhance overall product resilience
• Mentor and support junior engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and collaborative problem-solving
• Communicate technical findings, recommendations, and strategic insights to senior leadership and cross-functional partners with clarity and precision
• Manage project timelines, deliverables, and resource allocation to ensure efficient execution and on-time product launches

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field with 8+ years of experience
• Hands-on experience in product development engineering, with demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting and failure analysis
• Deep understanding of electrical failure analysis methodologies and proven ability to diagnose root causes and implement corrective actions
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills, including statistical analysis and data-driven decision-making
• Demonstrated experience with product lifecycle management from design through qualification and production
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Proven leadership capability with experience mentoring and developing engineering teams
• Self-motivated and passionate about solving complex technical problems with resilience and determination

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline with 6+ years of experience
• Experience with semiconductor or memory product development
• Familiarity with system architecture, firmware principles, and device physics
• Knowledge of design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for testability (DFT) principles
• Experience with quality metrics such as DPPM (Defective Parts Per Million) evaluation and improvement
• Experience with project management certification or demonstrated project leadership experience
• Experience with advanced testing and characterization equipment

Core Competencies

• Technical Leadership and Strategic Thinking
• Failure Analysis and Problem Resolution
• Data Analysis and Statistical Interpretation
• Cross-Functional Collaboration and Stakeholder Management
• Product Quality and Reliability Optimization
• Process Improvement and Innovation
• Team Mentoring and Development
• Technical Documentation and Specification Development