principal engineer, product development engineering at Sandisk

We're looking for an experienced and visionary Principal Engineer, Product Development Engineering to join our team in Milpitas, United States. In this pivotal role, you will drive the development and optimization of innovative products from conception through qualification, ensuring exceptional quality and reliability. You will lead cross-functional teams, mentor engineering talent, and champion technical excellence while collaborating closely with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to deliver products that exceed customer expectations. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Lead and drive product development initiatives from pre-silicon design through first silicon and full qualification, ensuring alignment with technology and product roadmaps • Develop and implement comprehensive test strategies, test flows, and screening methodologies that optimize product quality and reliability metrics • Conduct in-depth electrical and functional failure analysis during new product development and qualification phases, identifying root causes and defining corrective action plans • Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders including design engineers, device engineers, manufacturing partners, and quality teams to resolve complex technical challenges • Define and refine product specifications, test algorithms, and stress screening methods based on rigorous data analysis and industry best practices • Monitor product quality metrics and reliability performance across product lines, driving continuous improvement initiatives and process optimization • Partner with system and firmware teams to develop robust error handling algorithms and enhance overall product resilience • Mentor and support junior engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and collaborative problem-solving • Communicate technical findings, recommendations, and strategic insights to senior leadership and cross-functional partners with clarity and precision • Manage project timelines, deliverables, and resource allocation to ensure efficient execution and on-time product launches