• Job Description

  Req#: REF15319Y

  Company Description

  At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.

  At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that. Our technology helped people put a man on the moon.

  We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

  Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately? You’ll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms. And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments? That’s us, too.

  We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital®, G-Technology™, SanDisk® and WD® brands.

  Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It’s You & Western Digital. Together, we’re the next BIG thing in data.

  Job Description

  As a Firmware Engineer in the embedded environment, working within the Capacity Enterprise Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Recording Sub-Systems (RSS) Firmware organization, you will be working within a technical team responsible for developing firmware features/projects that support the RSS goal of increasing drive capacity while maintaining or improving reliability performance and cost. You will participate in projects related to enterprise grade HDD data integrity firmware design, implementation, validation, test development, and failure analysis.

  ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Would be working together with the key members for data risk calibration in HDD development process, test sequence setup/control, optimizing code, code quality, code efficiency which supports the HDD (Hard Disk Drive) RSS (Recording Sub-system) goal of increasing device capacity while maintaining or improving the reliability performance and cost.
  • The regular activities include reviewing feature designs, coding, verification, failure analysis, debugging and documentation.
  • Improve the quality of existing code through code refactoring, developing Python-based automated regression tests
  • The tasks will be delivered with globally cross functional collaborations, and
  • Will be developing firmware using Agile/Lean mindset.

  As a summer intern, you will be placed in one of the technology organization and assign specific task depends on upon your skills sets, interest and team needs.

  Qualifications

  Your Role:

  • Documenting processes, designs, test results, and analysis to ensure quality and efficiency.
  • Reviewing and providing constructive feedback on development code, test designs, and test cases.
  • Collaborating closely with team members to innovate and refine software solutions

  Who You Are:

  Majors: Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related major with at least 6 semesters

  Proactive and Self-Motivated: You're not just waiting for instructions; you're always looking for ways to contribute and grow.

  Team Player:You understand that great ideas come from collaboration. You're ready to join forces with your peers to create something amazing.

  Strong Communicator: You know the importance of clear, concise, and professional communication, both written and spoken.

  Tech-Savvy: Proficiency in C/C++ and Python is your forte. You're also familiar with the ins and outs of software development and testing.

  Analytical Thinker: Problem-solving is your game, and you're always ready to tackle the next challenge with a logical and analytical approach.

  Leadership Material: You're ready to lead by example, navigating through ambiguity with confidence and a results-oriented mindset.
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  Additional Information

  Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person’s gender identity, gender expression, and gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person’s assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law poster.

  Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

  Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at jobs.accommodations@wdc.com to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

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• About the company

  Western Digital Corporation is an American computer hard disk drive manufacturer and data storage company, headquartered in San Jose, California.

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