Job Description

Roles / Responsibilities Design, develop, test, integrate and maintain quality firmware for eHDD using best practices like unit test, CI and Agile methodologies. Design and implementation of data structures, software algorithms, data path, and drivers for hardware cores using latest standards C++ and Python. Participate in Scrum & Agile processes to bring up new hardware and develop embedded firmware for data storage products. Deliver cutting-edge storage products with SAS, SATA, PCIE interfaces. Collaborate and design solutions for the challenging yet unique problems across hardware and software platforms, including servers, RAID, and various operating systems (Windows and Linux). Participate in planning and coordinating significant technical investigations from problem statement to conclusions. Own major firmware components or become system-level expert, and provide technical leadership. Creates design documents pertinent to the various phases of firmware development. Qualifications REQUIRED: Bachelor or Master in Computer Science, Computer/Electronics Engineering or equivalent. Minimum 6 years of working experience in relevant field or embedded firmware experience. Strong knowledge in C/C++, object-oriented programming, Python, data structures, algorithms. Demonstrated ability to rapidly learn new technologies, products and processes. PREFERRED: Familiarity with micro-controller architecture (ARM or ARC), embedded systems and RTOS desired. Knowledge in SAS, SATA and PCIE interface. Experience in the use of bus analyzers, emulators and other firmware debugging tools is a plus. Possess data analytics skillset such as machine learning. Working experience as a Scrum Master or understanding of Agile practices would be an added advantage. SKILLS Ability to effectively manage projects and tasks to deliver deadlines and commitments. You have high degree of problem-solving skills, solutions oriented with a positive, can-do attitude. Demonstrated ability to mentor others or lead teams You have excellent interpersonal skills, including written and verbal communication. You are comfortable and enjoy working in a dynamic and ever evolving environment. You can be a fun and enthusiastic teammate who enjoys challenges and celebrates successes. Additional Information 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 atto 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. NOTICE TO CANDIDATES: Western Digital has received reports of scams where a payment is requested on Western Digital\'s behalf as a condition for receiving an offer of employment. Please be aware that Western Digital and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying for a position or receiving an offer of employment. Should you encounter any such requests, please report it immediately [HIDDEN TEXT].

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