Photomask Design Architect

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.

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.

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

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.

We are seeking a Photomask Design Architect to join our innovative Mask Design team in San Jose, CA. In this critical role, you will be responsible for designing and optimizing photomasks for Wafer Development and Manufacturing based on electrical/ optical/ magnetic design specifications and process requirements, including post-wafer processing.

• Design photomasks for magnetic HDD head wafers to enable technology leadership and on-time new product launch
• Engage with wafer process integration & photo-lithography teams to define mask sequences (wafer alignment tree) and metrology requirements for new processes, new designs, and assure the electrical integrity of the head build
• Define new wafer formats and wafer technology platforms. Interlock with wafer, slider, HGA, and staging teams to define electrical configuration, pad orientation/ assignments
• Work with post-wafer teams to design ELG's, alignment marks for new product requirements to enable strategic roadmaps
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize mask designs for manufacturability, high yields, and process robustness; engage in F/A activities
• Maintain design rule decks for various wafer formats, head design, test structure and other wafer features
• Interface with mask vendors to assure mask quality and delivery…