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Procom Services

Software Test Engineer

Chandler, AZ · On-site

You will engage closely with other TDEs, Test Execution teams, and Software/Firmware developers to ... Expertise in SATA, SAS, NVMe protocol and debug, including knowledge of relevant debug tools

Xoriant Corporation

SSD Triage Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

San Jose, CA (Onsite, 5 days/week) Duration: 6+ months contract Description Looking for Test engineer in the NVMe functional test team in Samsung''s enterprise product division. Candidate will work ...

Astera Labs

Senior ATE Test Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$135K - $170K/yr

Working knowledge of high-speed protocols like PCIe, Ethernet, Infiniband, DDR, NVMe, USB, etc ... test of high speed SerDes operating at 16Gbps and higher. * Skilled in ATE programming, silicon/ATE ...

Micron

Staff SSD Firmware Test Engineer

Longmont, CO · On-site

$121K - $207K/yr

Micron's Firmware & Product Test (FPT) team is hiring a Staff Engineer to lead validation strategy ... The FPT team builds verification plans in Python, enforces NVMe and security protocol compliance ...

Astera Labs

Senior ATE Test Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$135K - $170K/yr

Working knowledge of high-speed protocols like PCIe, Ethernet, Infiniband, DDR, NVMe, USB, etc ... test of high speed SerDes operating at 16Gbps and higher. * Skilled in ATE programming, silicon/ATE ...

Astera Labs

Principal ATE Test Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$209K - $240K/yr

We are looking for Principal ATE Test Engineers with proven experience in developing and supporting ... Working knowledge of high-speed protocols like PCIe, Ethernet, Infiniband, DDR, NVMe, USB, etc.

Penguin Solutions

Senior Test Engineer

Newark, CA · On-site

$99K - $134K/yr

Job Overview We are seeking a highly-skilled DRAM and NAND Test Engineer with expertise in high ... Familiarity with DRAM and NAND products such as DIMMs and SSD (SATA and NVMe) a plus Familiarity ...

sghcorp.com

Senior Test Engineer

Newark, CA · On-site

$99K - $134K/yr

Job Overview We are seeking a highly-skilled DRAM and NAND Test Engineer with expertise in high ... Familiarity with DRAM and NAND products such as DIMMs and SSD (SATA and NVMe) a plus. * Familiarity ...

Penguin Solutions

Senior Test Engineer

Newark, CA · On-site

$99K - $134K/yr

Job Overview We are seeking a highly-skilled DRAM and NAND Test Engineer with expertise in high ... NVMe) a plus • Familiarity with SQL, C, C++, and C# a plus • Familiarity with GitHub and/or ...

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How much do nvme test engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for nvme test engineer in the United States is $44.24, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33.41 and $52.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an NVMe test engineer?

An NVMe Test Engineer is a professional who specializes in testing and validating Non-Volatile Memory Express (NVMe) storage devices and systems. Their primary role is to ensure that NVMe products, such as SSDs, meet performance, reliability, and compatibility standards through rigorous testing methodologies. They work with hardware, firmware, and software teams to develop and execute test plans, identify issues, and contribute to product improvements. NVMe Test Engineers use specialized tools and scripts to automate tests and analyze results, playing a vital role in delivering high-quality storage solutions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an NVMe test engineer?

To thrive as an NVMe Test Engineer, you need a solid background in computer science or electrical engineering, strong knowledge of storage protocols (especially NVMe), and experience in software or hardware testing. Familiarity with testing tools like protocol analyzers, scripting languages (such as Python or Perl), and automation frameworks, along with relevant certifications, is highly beneficial. Analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication help you identify issues and collaborate across teams. These skills ensure reliable, high-performance storage solutions and efficient product development cycles.

What are the typical challenges faced by an NVMe test engineer when validating new storage solutions?

As an NVMe Test Engineer, one of the main challenges is keeping up with rapidly evolving NVMe standards and ensuring compatibility across various hardware and software platforms. Engineers often encounter complex bugs related to performance, latency, or interoperability that require in-depth protocol analysis and troubleshooting. Additionally, balancing thorough testing with tight project deadlines can be demanding, especially when working with cross-functional teams like firmware developers, QA, and product managers to deliver high-quality storage solutions.

What is the difference between Nvme Test Engineer vs Storage Test Engineer?

AspectNvme Test EngineerStorage Test Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related fields; knowledge of NVMe protocolsBachelor's in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related fields; experience with storage systems
Work EnvironmentHardware and firmware testing labs, focus on NVMe SSDs and protocolsStorage device testing labs, focus on various storage media and protocols
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies developing NVMe SSDs, hardware manufacturersData centers, storage solution providers, hardware manufacturers

While both roles involve testing storage hardware, Nvme Test Engineers specialize in NVMe protocol compliance and SSD performance, whereas Storage Test Engineers focus on broader storage systems and media. The roles often overlap but differ in specific technical focus and testing scope.

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Infographic showing various Nvme Test Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 90% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,027 per year, or $44.2 per hour.

NVME Test Engineer_Sanjose, CA (Onsite)_Only Xoriant W2

San Jose, CA • On-site

Xoriant Corporation
IT Services • 1 - 5K employees
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$75/hr

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Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

Xoriant is an equal opportunity employer. No person shall be excluded from consideration for employment because of race, ethnicity, religion, caste, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.

TITLE:- NVME Test Engineer

LOCATION Sanjose, CA (Onsite)

DURATION 12+ Months (May get extend)

MODE OF INTERVIEW Zoom/Webex/Onsite

RATE $75 per hour on w2 (without Benefits)

JOB DESCRIPTION

This position will define, implement and support functional test coverage to validate NVMe FW. Other critical activities will be to constantly monitor and analyze test coverage and deploy new tools and capabilities into the daily regression cycles. Other duties will include monitoring quality metrics to ensure trends are demonstrating a constant improvement in product quality.

Requirements

  • Test engineer in the NVMe Customer Qualification test
  • Will work on NVMe Solid State Drives on execution and debug of OEM drive qualification tests.
  • Understand test scripts and debug failures that arise during test execution with the development team.
  • Experience in at least 1 front-end storage protocol like NVMe/PCIe, FC, SAS.
  • Experience programming/scripting background (Perl, Shell or Python
  • Experience with SSD or HDD testing is a plus.
  • Must have experience with enterprise storage systems setup, testing and debugging.
  • Familiar with one of the protocol analyzers like LeCroy, SerialTek, or Xgig.
  • Experience with system or device-level performance analysis.

Role

  • This is primarily a test execution role, not a development position. Candidates should not expect a full-time test development role.
  • While coding/debugging is not mandatory, having the ability to review test code and understand failures is a good-to-have skill.
  • The role focuses more on execution and validation, rather than developing new test scripts.
  • For performance testing, the team uses FIO-based tests along with in-house automated tools. These are largely automated, and no new code development is required from the candidate.
  • Candidates should have basic knowledge of troubleshooting, such as understanding logs and identifying issues, but deep debugging expertise is not required.
  • SSD experience is a key requirement for this role.
  • Preferred backgrounds include candidates who have worked with semiconductor companies

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