Full-Time
Advanced HAMR Development
Optical Design and Integration
Posted on 11/21/2024
Western Digital
10,001+ employees
Provides data storage solutions and devices
Senior
Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship
San Jose, CA, USA
- Minimum of Ph.D degree in Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, Optics or closely related field.
- Industrial experience is highly desired.
- The candidate MUST have demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following areas: Design and modeling of optical devices such as waveguides, lasers, and plasmonic devices, development of meta-materials, and optical inverse design.
- Multi-physcis modeling experience is highly desired.
- Demonstrated ability to lead a project in research and/or advanced development is desirable.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently and in a team environment are essential.
- The job opening is for a full-time R&D engineer to conduct research and advanced development for Heat Assisted Magnetic Recording (HAMR) in the heads area.
- Responsibilities can include: Optical modeling for HAMR heads (waveguides, lasers, near-field transducers, thin film test samples), innovative design (metal optics, laser integration, light delivery), optical design of test structures, and detailed data analysis.
- Responsibilities also include close collaboration with the wafer process teams to drive innovation in design, process, and materials.
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. The company's goal is to deliver high-value storage solutions that meet the diverse needs of its customers, ensuring they have the tools necessary for effective data management.
Company Stage
IPO
Total Funding
$927.9M
Headquarters
San Jose, California
Founded
2014
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Western Digital's continuous product innovation, such as the 8TB WD Black SN850X SSD, positions it as a leader in high-performance storage solutions.
- The company's expansion into new markets, including a $500,000 investment in new space in San Jose, indicates robust growth and development opportunities.
- Strategic investments from firms like Los Angeles Capital Management LLC reflect strong market confidence and financial stability.
What critics are saying
- The highly competitive data storage market requires Western Digital to continuously innovate to maintain its market position.
- The company's broad product portfolio may lead to challenges in maintaining quality and consistency across all offerings.
What makes Western Digital unique
- Western Digital's extensive product portfolio, including NAS, SAN, and hyper-converged infrastructure, caters to a wide range of clients from Fortune 500 companies to SMEs, unlike competitors who may focus on niche markets.
- The company's focus on high-value storage solutions like the JetStor brand and all-flash arrays optimized for maximum I/O applications sets it apart in the data storage market.
- Western Digital's commitment to innovation is evident in its recent launch of the world's largest 2TB 3D QLC flash memory chip, showcasing its technological leadership.
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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