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Senior System Design Engineer, SSD Memory Systems

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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 , SanDisk 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 Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Main responsibilities of the role focus on validation of memory system design on Western Digital's enterprise SSD products
  • In-depth understanding of NAND management algorithms and testing methodologies
  • Design and development of test cases for new memory system firmware designs
  • Development and validation of data observability features and tools for validation purpose
  • Perform system-level verification tests of NAND management FW features
  • Perform end-of-life (EOL) reliability verification tests
  • Perform failure analysis on EOL and other FW maturity test failures
  • Data analysis based on drive logs and statistical data

Collaborate with FW and other design teams on design feedback and improvement

Present data report to design team and provide conclusions and recommendations on validation tasks

Qualifications

REQUIRED:
  • BS/MS in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or other related fields
  • 5+ years of related experience in one or more of the following areas: software development, system integration, NVMe technology, NAND device, storage device design and testing, failure analysis, data analysis, testing infrastructure development
  • Experience with Python highly preferred
  • Knowledge of Object Oriented Programming
  • Knowledge of C, JavaScript, GIT, GitHub, AGILE is highly valued
  • Knowledge of recent Generative AI, Copilot, machine learning, and deep learning is highly valued

SKILLS:
  • Proven ability to achieve results in a fast-moving dynamic environment
  • Self-motivated and self-directed
  • Demonstrated ability to work well with others, both within the team and across teams
  • Ability to troubleshoot and analyze complex problems
  • Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills


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 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.

Based on our experience, we anticipate that the application deadline will be 01/08/2025 (3 months from posting), although we reserve the right to close the application process sooner if we hire an applicant for this position before the application deadline. If we are not able to hire someone from this role before the application deadline, we will update this posting with a new anticipated application deadline.

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