Job Description

In this role, you will assist the firmware engineering team with test equipment setup, solid state drive (SSD) configuration, validation, script development, issue analysis, and regression testing.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following.  Other duties may be assigned.

• Assemble, configure and maintain test equipment stations (PCs, FPGAs, custom test systems).
• Configure associated test equipment (logic analyzers, protocol analyzers).
• Coordinate and manage site inventories and licensing, including drives, equipment, firmware/tools, etc.
• Stand up and maintain developer bench setups as needed.
• Create standardized system configurations and retrofit to existing systems as needed.
• Recommend and itemize equipment needs for lab and developer bench systems.
• Perform issue reproduction and debug data retrieval to support debug and failure analysis.
• Perform troubleshooting and first-level failure analysis as needed in support of firmware engineers.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Associate degree or better in engineering technology or equivalent work experience.
• 2-4 years related experience.
• Knowledgeable in these areas:
  • Windows and Linux system administration and configuration.
  • Python scripting.
• Desired, but not required, experience includes:
  • Prior work with SSDs or other storage devices.
  • Configuration and use of protocol analyzers, logic analyzers, and oscilloscopes.
  • Knowledge of SAS and PCIe protocols.
  • Background in hardware electronics and hardware troubleshooting.

SKILLSETS

• Ability to read technical instructions and specifications.
• Ability to work independently and multi-task in a dynamic environment based on engineering team needs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skill sets.  Proficiency in English, both spoken and written is required.
• Strong interpersonal skills in working with software/firmware engineers.

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 staffingsupport@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.