Full-Time

Technologist Firmware Engineer

Posted on 10/30/2024

Western Digital

Western Digital

10,001+ employees

Provides data storage solutions and devices

Data & Analytics
Enterprise Software

Senior

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

Colorado Springs, CO, USA

Category
Embedded Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
C/C++
Requirements
  • BS or MS degree in Computer/Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
  • 10+ years of experience in embedded firmware development
  • Strong programming experience and demonstrated proficiency in C/C++ for RTOS embedded systems
  • Ability to analyze complex firmware & hardware issues
  • Strong debugging skills using kernel mode debuggers and electrical circuit test equipment such as logic analyzers and bus analyzers
  • Knowledge of software design, real-time operating systems, and hardware-software interfaces
  • In-depth storage protocol experience including SAS, SCSI, PCIe, NVMe and/or NVMeoF
  • Knowledge of BIOS and BMC firmware stacks
  • Ability to read electrical specifications, identify potential issues/high risk areas, and recommend solutions
Responsibilities
  • Design and develop firmware for enterprise class storage enclosure products using C and C++
  • Generate firmware requirements and specifications for enterprise class storage enclosure products
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including FW, EE, ME, and Manufacturing during all phases of product development
  • Design and develop debug infrastructure for enabling quick diagnosis of failures
  • Design and develop applications to collect and analyze diagnostic data, debug logs and event data
  • Develop unit and system firmware tests to ensure quality in both emulated and hardware environments
  • Provide guidance to Quality Assurance teams for system level product test execution
  • Review system and board level specifications to ensure all FW features, verification, and diagnostic requirements are feasible and properly incorporated
  • Develop processes to identify embedded system design issues early in the product development lifecycle
  • Create Diagnostics and Built in Self-Test (BIST) software tools
  • Drive issue resolution and product stability to enable predictable and high quality product development
  • Provide mentorship to junior engineers as needed

Western Digital provides a variety of data storage solutions, including Network Attached Storage (NAS), Storage Area Network (SAN), private cloud, and hyper-converged infrastructure. Their products are designed to help businesses manage and store data efficiently and reliably. For example, their all-flash arrays are optimized for high input/output applications, while the JetStor brand offers cost-effective NAS and SAN arrays that support multiple host ports for improved performance. What sets Western Digital apart from its competitors is its extensive experience in the data storage market and its ability to cater to a wide range of clients, from large corporations to small businesses. They not only sell storage devices but also provide support and maintenance services, which helps build customer loyalty. The goal of Western Digital is to be a trusted partner for businesses by delivering high-value storage solutions that meet their diverse data management needs.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$927.9M

Headquarters

San Jose, California

Founded

2014

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for AI-driven storage boosts Western Digital's high-capacity HDD sales.
  • The gaming industry's growth enhances demand for Western Digital's high-performance storage solutions.
  • Rising need for portable storage supports Western Digital's SanDisk and WD_BLACK product lines.

What critics are saying

  • Patent infringement issues could lead to financial losses and reputational damage.
  • Technological advancements may outpace Western Digital, risking market share loss.
  • Environmental sustainability demands may increase manufacturing costs for Western Digital.

What makes Western Digital unique

  • Western Digital offers high-capacity storage solutions like the 32TB UltraSMR HDD.
  • The company provides specialized gaming storage, such as the 2TB Xbox SSD expansion card.
  • Western Digital's SanDisk and WD_BLACK brands cater to portable and high-speed storage needs.

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Benefits

Paid sick leave & vacation time

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Life, accident, & disability insurance

Tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan

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