Senior Manager, Data Center Ssd Firmware

Micron Technology is seeking a Senior Manager, Data Center SSD Firmware (M2) to own the Flash Translation Layer (FTL) firmware component team supporting Data Center SSD products. This role combines people management , technical leadership , and firmware component ownership to enable successful delivery of sophisticated SSD firmware solutions. FTL firmware is the SSD firmware component responsible for translating host data requests into reliable and efficient NAND flash operations. It manages logical-to-physical address mapping, data placement, garbage collection, wear leveling, and reliability algorithms. As a core element of SSD firmware, FTL holds a crucial role in delivering performance, endurance, data integrity, and quality of service. The successful candidate will manage and develop a team of firmware engineers. They will lead firmware components for enterprise storage SSD initiatives. They will collaborate closely with firmware leadership and cross-functional teams to drive execution, quality, and continuous improvement. Responsibilities People & Functional Management Lead and grow the Singapore‑based DC SSD Firmware Media Management (MM) team, including hiring, onboarding, performance management, providing mentorship, and career development. Drive continuous skill growth and technical depth across the team to meet current and future business needs. Develop a culture of accountability, ownership, collaboration, and inclusion. Firmware Component Leadership Take on the role of Lead for Firmware Components in Media Management within Data Center SSD programs. Be responsible for firmware component activities involving resource planning, defining project boundaries, prioritizing work schedules, and monitoring progress toward delivery. Confirm that component developments and implementations meet product specifications, quality expectations, and timeline obligations. Program Execution & Delivery Partner with SSD firmware project leads and cross‑functional engineering teams to support successful execution and on‑time delivery of firmware milestones. Identify technical and execution risks early; drive mitigation plans and escalate appropriately. Take on additional assignments as needed to support broader SSD Engineering Group objectives. Process & Continuous Improvement Collaborate with the Firmware Leadership Team to improve engineering processes, development efficiency, and product quality. Promote best practices in firmware design, code quality, reviews, documentation, and knowledge sharing. Collaboration & Communication Foster strong teamwork and effective communication within the firmware organization and with global partners. Build trusted working relationships with peer managers, technical leads, and stakeholders. Micron Values & Leadership Act as a responsible Micron employee , demonstrating integrity, professionalism, and Micron values. Lead by example and serve as a positive role model for engineers and peers. AI Responsibilities Integrates AI-assisted tools and insights into daily work to improve efficiency, quality, or effectiveness, exercising sound judgment and complying with organizational standards and legal requirements. Contributes to a culture of continuous improvement by identifying, testing, and sharing AI-enabled enhancements within one’s scope of work. Minimum Qualifications Master/Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. Min 10 years of relevant firmware or embedded software development experience. Min 4 years of people management experience, including managing managers or senior technical leads. Experience delivering firmware in sophisticated, cross-functional product environments. Strong communication, planning, and execution skills. Demonstrated success scaling teams, developing leaders, and driving execution across multiple projects or components. Strong critical thinking and cross-organizational influence skills. Requirements: Experience with Data Center SSD firmware, NAND flash, storage subsystems, or components related to media management. Experience driving firmware projects in a matrixed, global engineering environment. Demonstrated success in talent development and team scaling. Familiarity with continuous improvement, engineering process optimization, and quality metrics.