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PCIe FW Engineer, Principal Engineer, Firmware Engineering at Sandisk
SandiskBengaluru, KA, in·3h ago
SeniorFull-time
Salary Range
$26,520 - $35,880 /year
This salary is estimated based on similar roles. The actual salary may vary.
We are looking for a Front‑End PCIe Firmware Engineer to design, develop, and maintain the device‑side PCIe Front‑End firmware stack for next‑generation high‑performance storage controllers. In this role, you will own key layers of the PCIe firmware responsible for link bring‑up, configuration space management, MMIO, interrupts, DMA, and command/queue handling, working closely with hardware, validation, and host‑software teams.
Key Responsibilities
• PCIe Front‑End Firmware Development
• Design and implement firmware for PCIe initialization, link bring‑up, and configuration space programming (BARs, capabilities, MSI/MSI‑X).
• Develop MMIO‑based control and status interfaces used by host software.
• Work closely with DMA engines to enable high‑bandwidth, low‑latency host‑to‑device and device‑to‑host data transfers. 
• Architecture & Cross‑Functional Collaboration
• Collaborate with hardware design teams on PCIe IP integration and bring‑up.
• Partner with validation teams on FPGA, emulation, and ASIC debug.
• Work with host‑side driver and system software teams to define clean, scalable interfaces. 
• Debugging & Performance Optimization
• Debug complex system‑level issues spanning firmware, hardware, and host.
• Profile and optimize PCIe throughput, latency, and interrupt efficiency.
• Support bring‑up on pre‑silicon and post‑silicon platforms. 
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About Sandisk
Sandisk is a global leader in digital storage solutions, specializing in innovative memory cards, flash drives, and portable storage devices. Headquartered in the United States, the company has been at the forefront of the digital storage industry since its founding in 1988, providing reliable and high-performance storage solutions for consumers and professionals alike. With a strong presence in over 150 countries, Sandisk has established itself as a trusted name in the technology sector, catering to the evolving needs of a data-driven world. The company offers a wide range of products, including SD cards, microSD cards, USB flash drives, portable SSDs, and external hard drives, all designed to deliver fast speeds, durability, and compatibility with various devices. Key features of Sandisk products include advanced encryption for data security, rugged designs for harsh environments, and high storage capacities to meet the demands of high-resolution photos, videos, and large files. Sandisk primarily targets photographers, videographers, gamers, and everyday consumers who require dependable storage solutions for their digital content. Sandisk has achieved significant milestones, including being acquired by Western Digital in 2016, which further strengthened its technological capabilities and market reach. The company holds a prominent position in the storage industry, recognized for its innovation and reliability. Sandisk’s unique value proposition lies in its commitment to combining cutting-edge technology with user-friendly designs, ensuring that customers can securely store and access their data anytime, anywhere.
