Company Description
At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.
At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that. Our technology helped people put a man on the moon.
We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.
Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately? You’ll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms. And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments? That’s us, too.
We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital, G-Technology, SanDisk and WD brands.
Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It’s You & Western Digital. Together, we’re the next BIG thing in data.
Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- This is an experienced position in a Servo firmware development team to develop real-time firmware supporting the Servo functionality of Western Digital's Enterprise hard disk drive products.
- The work will be primarily focused on developing C/C++ firmware to run on an embedded processor but may also entail a small amount of assembly language code for Western Digital's custom DSP assist processor.
- Candidate will be expected to own significant code development efforts and will participate in firmware design, implementation, bench-level testing, failure analysis and documentation.
- Candidate will also be expected to work in an agile development process.
Qualifications
REQUIRED
- MS/BSEE, MS/BSCE or MS/BSCS with 10+ years of experience in developing real-time embedded firmware
- Software development background in C/C++ with demonstrable experience in real-time environments
- Experience in developing assembly language code is a plus
- Strong knowledge and demonstrable experience in structured code development and debug is required
- Knowledge of and experience in using typical lab equipment such as oscilloscopes and firmware development/debug tools is required.
SKILLS
- Must be able to work effectively as part of a multi-site agile development team
- Experience in agile software development teams is a plus