Embedded Software Engineer Intern
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SK hynix memory solutions America Inc.
San Jose, CA, US
Summary
You will join the embedded software development team to design and validate system-on-chip (SoC) for non-volatile memory devices. Your role involves writing software to exercise essential SoC components throughout the product lifecycle from prototyping to mass production.
Job Description
About the Company:
At SK Hynix Memory Solution, we're at the forefront of semiconductor innovation, developing advanced memory solutions that power everything from smartphones to data centers. As a global leader in DRAM and NAND flash technologies, we drive the evolution of advancing mobile technology, empowering cloud computing, and pioneering future technologies. Our cutting-edge memory technologies are essential in today's most advanced electronic devices and IT infrastructure, enabling enhanced performance and user experiences across the digital landscape.
We're looking for innovative minds to join our mission of shaping the future of technology. At SK Hynix Memory, you'll be part of a team that's pioneering breakthrough memory solutions while maintaining a strong commitment to sustainability. We're not just adapting to technological change – we're driving it, with significant investments in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and eco-friendly solutions and operational practices. As we continue to expand our market presence and push the boundaries of what's possible in semiconductor technology, we invite you to be part of our journey to creating the next generation of memory solutions that will define the future of computing.
About the Role:
You will be a member of a group designing system-on-chip (SoC) for non-volatile memory devices. You will be a part of the embedded software development team to validate the product from concept phase, prototyping phase to mass production phase. You will contribute to the SoC development as well as storage solution development, by writing software to exercise all the essential SoC components.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a BS or MS in Electronic Engineering Computer Science or related fields
- Experience in Rust or C/C++ for embedded or firmware-level development
- Familiar with Python for scripting and testing workflows
- Familiar with Digital circuit design, computer architecture, memory systems
Preferred Qualifications:
- PhD in System-on-chip, high-performance computing, memory or storage research
- In-depth knowledge on NVMe technology
- In-depth knowledge on PCIe technology
- In-depth knowledge on Nand technology
- Familiar with FPGA development flow
Internship Duration: 6 months
Hours: 40 hours per week
Start Date: Immediately (October 2026)
Location: San Jose
COMPENSATION: $35/hr - $45/hr
SK hynix memory solutions America Inc. (SKHMS America) was formed in August 2012 as a result of the acquisition of Link_A_Media Devices Corporation (LAMD) by SK hynix.
**About SK hynix**
SK hynix will present a valuable future to stakeholders, including customers, partners, investors, communities, members, and so on through Global Tech Leadership, thereby enriching and further developing the global ICT industry. We are also sharing our expertise and experience in the semiconductor field gained from the establishment of our “We Do Tech Center” along with investments in technical cooperation for our partners, thereby striving to boost the semiconductor ecosystem.
**About SKHMS America**
The integration of the controller solution know-how of SKHMS combined with the Advanced Non-volatile memories, DRAM technologies and the manufacturing capabilities of SK hynix produces leading-edge products across multiple market segments. Full vertical integration of controller hardware, advanced flash memory systems architecture, firmware, DRAM, NAND and other forms of non-volatile memory coupled with high volume memory manufacturing capability is quite rare in the industry. This allows our customers to have a one-stop storage solution provider with the capacity, support and expertise the industry demands. The combined focus of SK hynix and SKHMS provides excellent opportunity to become a market leader in Enterprise, Client and Mobile storage.
Some notable company achievements:
-SK hynix 1st with LDPC error correction solution
-Delivered high performing competitive PCIe/SATA Controller for enterprise/client SSD with 2D/3D/4D NAND
- SATA – SE3010/SE4011
- PCIe – PE4010/PE6000 series/PE8000 series
-Developed highest performance eMMC Controller and delivered highest performance MPHY IP for UFS Controller for smartphones and tablets
Founded
2004
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Semiconductor Manufacturing
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
San Jose, CA
SK hynix memory solutions America Inc. (SKHMS America) was formed in August 2012 as a result of the acquisition of Link_A_Media Devices Corporation (LAMD) by SK hynix.
**About SK hynix**
SK hynix will present a valuable future to stakeholders, including customers, partners, investors, communities, members, and so on through Global Tech Leadership, thereby enriching and further developing the global ICT industry. We are also sharing our expertise and experience in the semiconductor field gained from the establishment of our “We Do Tech Center” along with investments in technical cooperation for our partners, thereby striving to boost the semiconductor ecosystem.
**About SKHMS America**
The integration of the controller solution know-how of SKHMS combined with the Advanced Non-volatile memories, DRAM technologies and the manufacturing capabilities of SK hynix produces leading-edge products across multiple market segments. Full vertical integration of controller hardware, advanced flash memory systems architecture, firmware, DRAM, NAND and other forms of non-volatile memory coupled with high volume memory manufacturing capability is quite rare in the industry. This allows our customers to have a one-stop storage solution provider with the capacity, support and expertise the industry demands. The combined focus of SK hynix and SKHMS provides excellent opportunity to become a market leader in Enterprise, Client and Mobile storage.
Some notable company achievements:
-SK hynix 1st with LDPC error correction solution
-Delivered high performing competitive PCIe/SATA Controller for enterprise/client SSD with 2D/3D/4D NAND
- SATA – SE3010/SE4011
- PCIe – PE4010/PE6000 series/PE8000 series
-Developed highest performance eMMC Controller and delivered highest performance MPHY IP for UFS Controller for smartphones and tablets
Founded
2004
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Semiconductor Manufacturing
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
San Jose, CA
