Full-Time
Hardware Development Engineer
Posted on 12/20/2024
Western Digital
10,001+ employees
Provides data storage solutions and devices
Mid
Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship
San Jose, CA, USA
- BS and 3+ years, experimental lab work experience including setup and running test apparatus, i.e., AFM, Raman, LDV, Oscilloscope etc.
- Experience of characterization of contact, vibration and wear phenomena, i.e., Head and Disk Interface (HDI) field preferred
- Experience of Spin-stand tester (Tribo-Tester preferred)
- Strong team-player who can collaborate with colleagues
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
- Develop various Mechanical Integration (MI) test methodologies to support new technologies
- Perform MI reliability tests & study Magnetic performance for new Thermal Mechanical (TM) design and new Back-End Process.
- Verify if new designs meet company performance budget, but also satisfy HDD Reliability requirements
- Support all products and issues that have Head Disk Interface related matters
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
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