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Western Digital Capital

Advanced HAMR Development - Optical Design and Integration

Western Digital Capital, San Jose, California, United States, 95199


Advanced HAMR Development - Optical Design and Integration

Full-timeJob Type (exemption status): Exempt positionSalary Range: 160,565.00-227,400.00Business Function: Hardware Development EngineeringAt Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world, enabling systems to make cities safer, cars smarter, and powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies.Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It’s You & Western Digital. Together, we’re the next BIG thing in data.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESThe 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 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.Close collaboration with the wafer process teams to drive innovation in design, process, and materials.REQUIREDMinimum of Ph.D degree in Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, Optics or closely related field. Industrial experience is highly desired. Highly qualified applicants may be considered for a senior engineer position.The candidate

MUST

have demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following areas: Design and modeling of optical devices, development of meta-materials, and optical inverse design. Multi-physics modeling experience is highly desired.SKILLSDemonstrated 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.Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees. We prohibit harassment of any individual based on legally protected characteristics.Based on our experience, we anticipate that the application deadline will be

01/14/2025 , although we reserve the right to close the application process sooner if we hire an applicant for this position before the application deadline.Compensation & Benefits DetailsAn employee’s pay position within the salary range may be based on several factors including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, and geographic location.We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid vacation time, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, and more.

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