Sr. Validation Engineer

This is a hybrid role in Rancho Cordova.  Applicants must reside within a commutable distance or be willing to relocate to the Rancho Cordova area. Designs and implements SSD validation coverage for data center use cases, with emphasis on the dual port environment Builds positive relationships with customers, including engineer-to-engineer technical discussions Drives Joint-Qualification activities to ensure a clean SSD qualification for our customers

Creates, defines and develops system validation environment and test suites. Uses and applies emulation and platform-level tools and techniques to ensure performance to spec. Responsible for the development of methodologies, execution of validation plans, and debug of failures.

• BS or MS in CE, EE, CS, or related field
• 10+ years experience in the validation or development of solid state drives or related fields.  Expertise with the enterprise storage interface protocols (NVMe, PCIe)

Experience with the following:

• SSD or enterprise storage device security protocols and techniques (e.g., Opal, ESSC, and AES)
• Platform development or debug
• Design and development of validation test cases
• Theory, validation, use-cases, and operation of dual-port SAN
• Data center storage usage model
• Project planning, estimation, and risk management

For California, Colorado, New York, Washington, and remote roles: The compensation range for this role is $113,210 to $215,490. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location.