Full-Time

New College Graduate Servo Firmware Engineer

Updated on 5/8/2024

Western Digital

Western Digital

10,001+ employees

Develops data storage solutions and devices

Data & Analytics
Hardware

Entry

Irvine, CA, USA

Required Skills
Data Structures & Algorithms
Operating Systems
MATLAB
Requirements
  • PhD in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Systems Engineering
  • Expected graduation in 2024
  • Strong programming skills in C/C++
  • Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems and design sophisticated algorithms and systems
  • Proven track record in MATLAB, Simulink, DSP, and real-time operating systems
  • Experience with ARM or ARC processors is a plus
  • Practical experience in drive-level debugging using tools like emulators, serial port tracing, digital oscilloscopes
Responsibilities
  • Design and implement robust servo loop systems for hard disk drives
  • Develop comprehensive firmware development plans and maintain strict schedules
  • Drive continuous improvements by leading process, team, and program changes
  • Collaborate on product development projects focusing on servo loop design, integration, and comprehensive drive-level failure analysis
  • Work autonomously and in collaboration with cross-functional teams

Western Digital specializes in high-performance data storage solutions, offering SSDs, HDDs, USB drives, and memory cards designed to power current technology and drive future innovations. Their products are at the forefront of data storage technology, catering to a wide range of storage needs.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

$927.9M

Headquarters

San Jose, California

Founded

2014

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

1%

2 year growth

5%

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