Job Description

This is an experienced position in a firmware development team to develop base drive code for next-generation SSD storage products. The work will focus on the NAND management of the SSD design. The candidate is expected to own an assigned area of code with responsibility for the design, implementation, bench-level verification, support, and documentation of new firmware, using a structured code development process.

A successful person in the role is expected to perform algorithm design, document designs. Implement and maintain media management code for NAND based embedded systems. The person will perform failure analysis and bug fixing on NAND based embedded systems, provide leadership and support for junior engineers, and provide support for other groups such as the validation group and the systems group.

The ideal employee should be self-motivated and self-directed and must have demonstrated ability to work well with people. Another successful attribute includes a proven desire to work as a team member, both with people on the same team and outside of the team.

Qualifications

• MS/BSEE, MS/BSCE, or MS/BSCS with 6-14 years of experience in complex firmware projects
• Firmware / Software development background proficient in C/C++ with an emphasis on, or experience in, real time embedded environments
• Strong knowledge of structured code development methods and debug techniques
• NAND Development technologies and methodologies
• Knowledge of, and experience using, typical lab equipment such as bus analyzers and in line firmware debug tools is required
• Ability to solve problems as part of multi-site organization and cross functional team
• Ability to provide accurate and timely scheduling and resource information to team leads and managers and meet scheduled commitments

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.

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