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Firmware Engineer
Accepting applicationsVirtium LLC · Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Full-Time Mid_senior AIC++DDRaiate
Posted
28 May
Category
Test
Experience
Mid_senior
Country
United States
Company Overview
Virtium is a trusted leader in the design and manufacturing of high-reliability industrial modular hardware solutions which enable embedded computing system manufacturers to get to market more quickly, with lower development risk, and to benefit from a streamlined supply chain. Virtium's products include computer systems-on-module (SOMs), AI SOMs with on-board AI accelerator hardware, industrial-grade SSDs, industrial-grade DDR memory modules and wireless connectivity modules. With over 25 years of experience, Virtium has earned a reputation for delivering high-quality products that meet the demanding requirements of global customers in industries such as networking, telecommunications, aerospace and defense, industrial OEMs, and embedded markets. Virtium’s commitment to innovation, long-term product availability, and customer support has made it a preferred partner for companies requiring mission-critical Edge AI system solutions.
Role Overview
Virtium is seeking a Senior SSD Firmware & Systems Engineer with direct, hands-on
experience in SSD firmware, storage systems, and system-level validation. This role
requires prior work on SSD products, firmware configuration, and low-level debugging
across firmware, hardware, and Linux operating systems
Role Responsibilities
• Act as the primary technical interface with SSD vendors
• Define and review SSD specifications to meet product requirements
• Evaluate and approve firmware and hardware designs from suppliers
• Drive design discussions and ensure alignment with system-level requirements
• Configure and enable SSD features to meet product and customer needs
• Customize SSD behavior through firmware settings and system-level controls
• Perform system integration testing and validation in Linux environments
• Diagnose and resolve issues across firmware, hardware, and system layers
• Lead root-cause analysis for field and production issues
• Provide technical support for deployed products at customer sites
• Debug and resolve SSD-related issues in production environments
• Work with suppliers to drive fixes and improvements
• Interface directly with customers to understand issues and requirements
• Support field escalations and communicate technical solutions effectively
• Flexibility to travel as needed to Bay area in California and once a year to Vietnam
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering
• 7+ years of hands-on SSD firmware or storage system experience
• Direct experience writing or modifying firmware in C/C++
• Strong understanding of SSD firmware architecture and storage protocols
(NVMe, SATA)
• Experience debugging issues across firmware, hardware, and Linux OS layers
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience working with SSD vendors or external suppliers
• Expertise in SSD protocols (e.g., NVMe, SATA)
• Linux, Debug/problem solving
• Experience with system integration and validation
• Customer-facing or field support experience
• Strong communication skills
• Fluency in Vietnamese is a plus
Role Scope
• Not responsible for developing SSD firmware from scratch
• Not a pure coding role
• Focused on supplier interface, validation, configuration and customer support
• Resumes should clearly demonstrate prior experience with SSD firmware, storage
systems, or hardware-adjacent engineering.
• Resumes focused primarily on backend, web, cloud, or AI software development
will not be considered.
Additional Information:
• Location: Rancho Santa Margarita, CA onsite full time Monday to Friday
• Department: Engineering
• Compensation Range: starting $120,000 and up based on experience etc.
• Reports to: Director of Engineering
Equal Opportunity Statement
Virtium is committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace.
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Virtium is a trusted leader in the design and manufacturing of high-reliability industrial modular hardware solutions which enable embedded computing system manufacturers to get to market more quickly, with lower development risk, and to benefit from a streamlined supply chain. Virtium's products include computer systems-on-module (SOMs), AI SOMs with on-board AI accelerator hardware, industrial-grade SSDs, industrial-grade DDR memory modules and wireless connectivity modules. With over 25 years of experience, Virtium has earned a reputation for delivering high-quality products that meet the demanding requirements of global customers in industries such as networking, telecommunications, aerospace and defense, industrial OEMs, and embedded markets. Virtium’s commitment to innovation, long-term product availability, and customer support has made it a preferred partner for companies requiring mission-critical Edge AI system solutions.
Role Overview
Virtium is seeking a Senior SSD Firmware & Systems Engineer with direct, hands-on
experience in SSD firmware, storage systems, and system-level validation. This role
requires prior work on SSD products, firmware configuration, and low-level debugging
across firmware, hardware, and Linux operating systems
Role Responsibilities
• Act as the primary technical interface with SSD vendors
• Define and review SSD specifications to meet product requirements
• Evaluate and approve firmware and hardware designs from suppliers
• Drive design discussions and ensure alignment with system-level requirements
• Configure and enable SSD features to meet product and customer needs
• Customize SSD behavior through firmware settings and system-level controls
• Perform system integration testing and validation in Linux environments
• Diagnose and resolve issues across firmware, hardware, and system layers
• Lead root-cause analysis for field and production issues
• Provide technical support for deployed products at customer sites
• Debug and resolve SSD-related issues in production environments
• Work with suppliers to drive fixes and improvements
• Interface directly with customers to understand issues and requirements
• Support field escalations and communicate technical solutions effectively
• Flexibility to travel as needed to Bay area in California and once a year to Vietnam
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering
• 7+ years of hands-on SSD firmware or storage system experience
• Direct experience writing or modifying firmware in C/C++
• Strong understanding of SSD firmware architecture and storage protocols
(NVMe, SATA)
• Experience debugging issues across firmware, hardware, and Linux OS layers
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience working with SSD vendors or external suppliers
• Expertise in SSD protocols (e.g., NVMe, SATA)
• Linux, Debug/problem solving
• Experience with system integration and validation
• Customer-facing or field support experience
• Strong communication skills
• Fluency in Vietnamese is a plus
Role Scope
• Not responsible for developing SSD firmware from scratch
• Not a pure coding role
• Focused on supplier interface, validation, configuration and customer support
• Resumes should clearly demonstrate prior experience with SSD firmware, storage
systems, or hardware-adjacent engineering.
• Resumes focused primarily on backend, web, cloud, or AI software development
will not be considered.
Additional Information:
• Location: Rancho Santa Margarita, CA onsite full time Monday to Friday
• Department: Engineering
• Compensation Range: starting $120,000 and up based on experience etc.
• Reports to: Director of Engineering
Equal Opportunity Statement
Virtium is committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace.
Show more Show less