Senior Technologist, Systems Design Engineering

Job 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™, San Disk® 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 Summary:

In this position, you will drive the development of the next‑generation solid‑state products. You will be responsible for delivering subsystem specifications and test specs. Your primary role will be to determine the most optimal solution considering technical, cost, and schedule tradeoffs. This role requires close collaboration with ASIC, HW, Firmware, and Validation teams to navigate technical challenges and identify the most beneficial solutions.

You will be tasked to build a small team to support the development and bring‑up of next‑generation products from a systems engineering perspective.

Key Responsibilities:

• Understand customer specifications and drive design changes to meet them.
• Deliver product design specification documents and test objectives.
• Align the development and validation process with cross‑functional teams.
• Create internal and external specifications, stay current with technology trends and roadmaps.
• Mentor engineers inside and outside the team.
• Learn constantly, dive into new areas with unfamiliar technologies, and embrace the ambiguity of problem‑solving.
• Apply critical thinking to the results/data of competitive analysis and provide guidance for product development.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams, including ASIC, Firmware, and Validation, to ensure seamless product development.
• Foster innovation and contribute to the development of products that will achieve widespread market presence.

You will work closely with excellent colleague engineers, cope with complex challenges, innovate, and develop products that will be sold in millions of units.

REQUIRED:

• Proven track record
• Experience with scripting automation using Python
• Proven ability to work as part of a global team in multiple geographies
• B.Sc. in Computer Science or Software / Computer / Electrical Engineering, cum laude
• At least 15 years of experience in RT / embedded systems architecture
• Multi-disciplinary experience, including familiarity with Firmware, HW, and ASIC design

PREFERRED:

• Knowledge of PCIe Gen5/6 technology is an advantage
• Previous experience with storage systems, protocols, and NAND flash – strong advantage
• Previous patent filing – advantage

SKILLS:

• Capable of developing wide system view for complex embedded systems
• Excellent interpersonal skills and team leader
• Strong can‑do attitude

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…