Senior Manager, SSD Product Validation

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Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.

Department Intro :

The Storage Technology and Product Group (STPG) is focused on advancing non-volatile memory technologies. Our mission is to drive innovation and develop innovative solutions that enhance the performance, reliability, and scalability of non-volatile memory products.

Position Summary :

We are seeking a highly qualified and strategic Senior Manager, SSD Product Validation Engineering to lead validation efforts across multiple SSD programs. This role involves defining and implementing validation strategies, managing multi-functional teams, and ensuring alignment with product and customer requirements. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise in SSD architecture and validation, strong leadership capabilities, and a passion for quality and innovation.

Responsibilities :

Validation Strategy & Execution

Define and drive comprehensive validation strategies across SSD programs.

Recommend new validation approaches that drive better coverage, more accurate testing, and expanded testing services

Identify and drive resolution on all test gaps identified in development and customer qualification

Ensure alignment with OEM system requirements, customer use cases, and internal quality metrics.

Foster continuous improvement in test methodologies, automation frameworks, and lab infrastructure.

Team Leadership

Lead and mentor a team of validation engineers and managers.

Set strategic direction, establish goals, and conduct performance evaluations.

Support career development through coaching, training, and succession planning.

Multi-Functional Collaboration

Communicate with TPMs, Firmware, Hardware, and Business Unit stakeholders.

Coordinate validation deliverables to meet program milestones.

Provide real-time updates on validation progress, defect status, and risk mitigation.

Defect & Risk Management

Monitor defect activity and ensure timely triage and resolution.

Conduct periodic reviews of validation KPIs and risk indicators.

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.

8 - 10+ years of experience in SSD validation or test development.

Proven leadership experience in managing technical teams and multi-functional collaboration.

Deep understanding of SSD architecture, NVMe / PCIe protocols, and validation frameworks (e.g., PVE, FTE, CVE).

Experience with automation tools, JIRA, Confluence, and lab infrastructure.

Strong communication, facilitation, negotiation, and partnership skills

Flexibility to adapt to a dynamic, rapidly changing environment with shifting demands

Experience with Agile product development processes and project management

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Skills :

Experience with enterprise SSD programs and customer-facing validation.

Familiarity with CI / CD pipelines and test automation.

The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is :

$170,500.00 - $298,500.00

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As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave. Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays. For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com / careers / benefits .

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