SanDisk is seeking a Principal Engineer, Firmware Engineering to be responsible for developing and maintaining firmware for embedded systems, ensuring optimal performance and reliability of our products. You will design firmware, collaborate with hardware engineers, optimize for performance and power, and debug issues.

What You'll Do

Design, develop, and implement firmware for embedded systems and microcontrollers
Collaborate with hardware engineers to integrate firmware with electronic components
Optimize firmware for performance, power consumption, and memory usage
Develop and maintain device drivers for various hardware interfaces
Implement and integrate real-time operating systems (RTOS) in firmware projects
Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices
Debug and resolve firmware issues using specialized tools and techniques
Participate in firmware testing and validation processes
Document firmware architecture, design decisions, and implementation details
Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in firmware engineering

What We're Looking For

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
10+ years of experience in firmware development for embedded systems
Strong proficiency in C/C++ programming languages
In-depth knowledge of microcontroller architectures and embedded systems
Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and their implementation
Familiarity with hardware interfaces such as SPI, I2C, I3C, UART, and GPIO
Expertise in developing and debugging low-level device drivers
Proficiency in using version control systems, preferably Git
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Experience with firmware testing and validation methodologies
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Ability to adopt AI to enable efficiencies in systems and utilities

Nice to Have

Direct experience in firmware development for NAND Flash-based products
Proficiency in scripting and automation using Python
Prior contributions to patent filings or scientific publications
Demonstrated experience delivering end-to-end storage stack solutions on new hardware platforms
Familiarity with IoT devices, consumer electronics, or industrial automation

Technical Stack

C/C++
RTOS
SPI, I2C, I3C, UART, GPIO
Git
Python

Work Mode

This role is based on-site in Bengaluru, India.

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