Staff Engineer, Software Development Apps

Overview

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. Western Digital is a company of problem solvers, delivering technology that enables extraordinary achievements. We are a key partner to many of the world’s largest and highest growth organizations, powering platforms, data centers, and storage solutions across consumer and business segments.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies and brands including Western Digital®, G-Technology™, San Disk® and WD®. Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It’s You & Western Digital. Together, we’re the next BIG thing in data.

We are seeking a Principal Engineer, Software Development Apps to join our innovative team in Irvine, United States. In this pivotal role, you will lead the design and development of cutting-edge software applications, driving technical excellence and innovation across our organization.

• Design scalable, high-performance software solutions for manufacturing tools
• Provide technical mentorship to development teams, fostering a culture of engineering excellence
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement cross-functional features
• Participate in the evaluation and adoption of new technologies and frameworks to enhance our manufacturing capabilities
• Establish best practices for software development, including coding standards, testing methodologies, and CI/CD processes
• Drive continuous improvement in software quality, performance, and scalability
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure high-quality deliverables
• Participate in technical decision-making at the organizational level, influencing strategic technology choices
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies, recommending innovative solutions to complex problems
• Contribute to the company's intellectual property through patents and technical publications

• Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field;
  Master s degree preferred
• 4+ years of experience in relevant software development, with at least 2 years in a more senior technical role
• Proven track record of designing and delivering medium-scale software projects
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages such as Java, Python, C++, web service design
• Strong understanding of software architecture principles, design patterns, and best practices
• Experience with cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and microservices architecture
• Proficiency in Agile methodologies and Dev Ops practices
• Demonstrated proficiency in performance optimization and scalability design for high-traffic applications
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams
• Deep knowledge of web application development, and enterprise software solutions
• Exposure to project management and experience in driving technical initiatives

Western Digital is committed to equal opportunities and will not discriminate based on race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, disability, or other legally protected characteristics. We also provide accommodations for candidates who require assistance during the hiring process. For accommodation requests, contact  with the job title and requisition number.

We emphasize diversity and an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through belonging, respect and contribution.

Based on our experience, we anticipate that the Final date to receive applications will be 2/13/26 (3 months from posting), though we reserve the right to close the process sooner if we hire a candidate earlier. If not filled by the deadline, the posting will be updated with a new anticipated deadline.

Compensation & Benefits Details

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