Staff Firmware Test Developer

SK hynix memory solutions America Inc. · San Jose

Posted 12 days ago · $110,000-$160,000

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open: 12 days
Reposted: No
Salary listed: Yes
Ghost-job risk at SK hynix memory solutions America Inc.: high
Hiring momentum: 36 roles opened in the last 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board: 2026-09-17

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About this role

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.

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career value: 4/5
role clarity: 5/5
pay transparency: 5/5

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What you need

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 you get

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

Worth weighing

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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