Senior Staff Engineer - Functional Validation and Customer Qualification

About the Company:

At SK Hynix Memory Solution, we're at the forefront of semiconductor innovation, developing advanced memory solutions that power everything from smartphones to data centers. As a global leader in DRAM and NAND flash technologies, we drive the evolution of advancing mobile technology, empowering cloud computing, and pioneering future technologies. Our cutting-edge memory technologies are essential in today's most advanced electronic devices and IT infrastructure, enabling enhanced performance and user experiences across the digital landscape.

We're looking for innovative minds to join our mission of shaping the future of technology. At SK Hynix Memory, you'll be part of a team that's pioneering breakthrough memory solutions while maintaining a strong commitment to sustainability. We're not just adapting to technological change – we're driving it, with significant investments in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and eco-friendly solutions and operational practices. As we continue to expand our market presence and push the boundaries of what's possible in semiconductor technology, we invite you to be part of our journey to creating the next generation of memory solutions that will define the future of computing.

Job Description:

• Responsible for Customer Joint Qualification and Third Party Certification testing for Enterprise HDD/SSD products.
• Review Functional and Design specifications and Microarchitectures of SKHMS SSD Products
• Early engagement with Product Management and Marketing Teams to understand Customer Requirements and Learn details of their Platforms.
• Coordinate internally with various development and test teams to gather data
• Develop End Customer Joint Qualification (JQ) test plans for SKHMS eSSD Products.
• Procure Customer Qual test setups for Joint Qualification testing (generic and proprietary solutions)
• Estimate JQ Test Duration, Equipment and Resource requirements
• Install, Manage, and Debug Enterprise Grade Server issues (Dell, HP, SMC, etc), running Enterprise Operating Systems (Windows, Linux, & VMWare).
• Qualify SKSHMS products with MSFT and VMWare (ESA and IOVP/VSAN) certifications.
• Execute test cases as per JQ test plans, and report results and progress.
• File defects based on JQ tests, track bugs and work with Failure Analysis and design/software engineering teams to resolve issues.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with reproduction of customer issues found during qualification test cycles.
• Automate test cases, manage/modify test suites, and track/maintain all JQ reports
• During Joint Qualification process, update both internally (SKHMS) and externally (JQ customer), with the progress of JQ.
• Successfully conclude Joint Qualification testing with customers within defined schedule.
• Feedback the test issues found during JQ test cycles to various test teams, for improvement of Quality of Products.
• Utilize AI tools to make CJQ and OS Certification process more efficient, and predictable.
• Identify and implement new innovative solutions which result in improved workflow and value delivery.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience with Hardware/Software projects
• Prior experience in Storage product QA is required.
• Experience working with various flavors of Linux OS, Windows Server OS and Virtualization (VMware vSphere/ESXi, Hyper-V), is required.
• Experience in the use of scripting languages (Python and Shell Scripting).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in verification of Storage, RAID, Flash, and various File Systems, utilizing 3rd party tools are highly desired.
• Experience with Enterprise grade Servers, and Open Compute Platform is highly desired.
• Prior experience with certification testing highly desired (Microsoft HCK/HLK, S2D and/or VMware ESA, IOVP/VSAN, etc).
• Experience in HDD/SSD/Storage products' testing is highly preferred, with understanding of SATA and PCIe/NVMe Protocols, and OCP and NVMe specifications
• Experience working on Projects related to Solid State Drives (SATA/PCIe/SAS), in various OS environment (Client / Server-Enterprise) is a plus.

Education Requirements:

• BS in either Computer Science or Electrical Engineering

REGARDING COMPENSATION:

SK hynix memory solutions America Inc. offers you the opportunity to apply your skills to exciting projects while working with innovative teams. Our compensation package is complimented by a generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and a company 401(k) match, as well as cafeteria, onsite gym and much more. If you are motivated by technical challenges, we offer a collaborative work environment that encourages career growth.

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be tailored based on several factors, including the location, job grade, relevant knowledge, skills, and experience. We also take into account the internal equity among our current team members to ensure fairness and competitiveness.