Job Description

• Responsible for advanced media development (HAMR) and technology roadmap for future generation HDD products. Oversee the integration of the new technologies into the new product designs
• Work with cross-functional groups on qualifying new media designs in to products.
• Lead efforts on enabling technologies for next generation thin film media through identification of new magnetic materials, under layer structures, processes and methodologies.
• Work with equipment development group on identifying sputter tool components and configurations needed for advanced media manufacturing and qualify process using these components.
• The Engineer must establish close collaboration with peers and must exercise creativity to enable progress in advanced magnetic media development.

Qualifications

• Ph.D., MS +6 Year experience, degree in Physics, Materials Science, ECE or related field
• 3-5 years of prior experience in disk drive industry is highly desired
• Experience with statistical data analysis and Design of Experiment (DOE) is required
• The candidate should have a strong research background in Magnetic thin film media, thin film synthesis, magnetic material properties, advanced characterization, and knowledge in magnetic recording
• Applies advanced technical expertise to manage complex programs
• Contributes to and help shape company’s technical and business strategy
• Helps develop and implement innovative solutions for complex, specialized technical issues
• Works proactively; identifies and helps prevent problems that may cross disciplines
• Builds and leads teams, influencing decisions and results
• Provides regular technical advice and direction to technical team(s) and management
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills