Software Engineer, Development

The future. It’s on you. You & Western Digital.

We’ve been storing the world’s data for more than 50 years. Once, it was the most important thing we could do for data. Now we’re helping the world capture, preserve, access and transform data in a way only we can. The most game-changing companies, consumers, professionals, and governments come to us for the technologies and solutions they need to capture, preserve, access, and transform their data.

But we can’t do it alone. Today’s exceptional data challenges require your exceptional skills. It’s You & Us. Together, we’re the next big thing in data. Western Digital® data‑centric solutions are found under the G‑Technology™, HGST, Tegile™, Upthere™, and WD® brands.

We are seeking a talented and motivated Software Engineer to join our dynamic development team in Irvine, United States. As a key member of our engineering department, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality software solutions that drive our company’s success.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and implement innovative software solutions
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code using best practices and industry standards
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to other team members
• Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve software defects and performance issues
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of our development processes and methodologies
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends
• Assist in the estimation of project timelines and resource requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• 2+ years of professional software development experience
• Strong proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Java, Python, C++, or Java Script
• Solid understanding of object‑oriented design principles and design patterns
• Proficiency in version control systems, particularly Git
• Experience with database management systems and SQL
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
• Knowledge of API development and integration
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent analytical and debugging skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team
• Continuous learner with a passion for staying current with emerging technologies

Because Western Digital thrives on the power of diversity and is committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect, and contribution, we are committed to giving every qualified applicant and employee an equal opportunity. Western Digital does not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their protected class status and complies with all federal and state laws against discrimination, harassment, and retaliation, as well as the laws and regulations set forth in the "Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law" poster.

• An employee’s pay position within the salary range may be based on several factors including but not limited to (1) relevant education; qualifications; certifications; and experience; (2) skills, ability, knowledge of the job; (3) performance, contribution and results; (4) geographic location; (5) shift; (6) internal and external equity; and (7) business and organizational needs.
• The salary range is what we believe to be the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in California, Colorado, New York or remote jobs that can be performed in California, Colorado and New York.
  
  This range may be modified in the future.
• If your position is non‑exempt, you are eligible for overtime pay pursuant to company policy and applicable laws. You may also be eligible for shift differential pay, depending on the shift to which you are assigned.
• You will be eligible to be considered for bonuses under either Western…