Principal System Design Engineer - Debugging / Failure Analysis

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Define NAND device-related system algorithms.
• Define and communicate NAND requirements to meet system specs
• Define ASIC requirements for upcoming NAND chips and design system algorithms.
• Lead discussion of new NAND modes or new operation methods that can make differentiating products
• Work with Architecture and Firmware team on detailed implementation and verification plan Monitor NAND readiness and work with PE team on NAND testing and screening methods
• Work with the validation team on drive-level testing, debugging, failure analysis and qualification
• Prepare and present reports detailing the status of development

REQUIRED:

• Masters/Bachlors in ECE , E&I , VLSI and other relevant course work
• Overall 3+ years of working experience with Masters

PREFERRED:

• Knowledge of programming in high-level languages (e.g. C, C++, Python) is a plus.

SKILLS:

• A clear understanding of technical and logistic challenges that must be met to deliver industry-leading products or consumer electronics platforms
• Ability to contribute in a multi-functional team to tackle sophisticated System/HW/FW integration challenges
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation communications skills, organizational capabilities, and collaborative and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task and demonstrate excellent problem solving 

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