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Staff Firmware Test Developer

SK hynix memory solutions America Inc.
Location
San Jose
Posted
16 days ago
Department
Firmware
Salary
$110,000-$160,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field or equivalent practical experience in firmware or embedded security
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience validating security features in firmware or embedded systems, specifically in NVMe SSDs, storage controllers, or similar hardware platforms
  • Experience with Secure Boot (UEFI/TPM/Bootloader)
  • Experience with TCG OPAL (Self-Encrypting Drive)
  • Experience with SPDM (Firmware Attestation)
  • Experience with OCP NVMe Security Requirements
Nice to have
  • Experience with SPDM or similar attestation protocols in production firmware
  • Contributions to open-source security test frameworks or industry standards (e.g., TCG, OCP, NVM Express)
  • Experience with security validation in storage-scale environments (e.g., hyperscale data centers, enterprise storage arrays)
  • Strong communication skills
What the job really is

As a Staff Firmware Test Developer at SK Hynix, you will be responsible for the security validation of enterprise SSD firmware. This includes designing and executing test strategies to ensure compliance with security standards, debugging complex failures, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive quality from design to production. Your role will involve working with firmware, hardware, and security protocols to ensure that the firmware is secure by design.

Benefits
  • Compensation range of $110,000-$160,000
  • Medical, dental, vision, life insurance
  • Company 401(k) match
  • Cafeteria
  • Onsite gym
  • Collaborative work environment that encourages career growth
Things to weigh
  • Compensation range provided, but final salary will depend on various factors including location and experience
  • Role involves complex debugging which may require significant technical expertise
  • Focus on security validation may limit exposure to other areas of firmware development
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