Data Infrastructure Engineering Team Lead

Company DescriptionAt 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

We are seeking a motivated team lead to setup the data infrastructure in the WD media development organization. The ideal candidate has experience in software design, implementation, and real-time data processing. Together with engineers they will analyze complex manufacturing and scientific devices, devise a data collection and storage strategy, followed by implementation. The data will be used for data analytics and visualization to support hard disk drive (HDD) media development for next generation product technologies, including heat assisted magnetic recording (HAMR).ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead and mentor a team of software developers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.Work with a team to develop and deploy programs to collect data from IOT devices, such as manufacturing and scientific tools used for media development.Ensure high reliability of the processes, data integrity and accuracy by implementing robust data validation and quality assurance practices.Transfer software to other sites in Asia.Add new features, perform maintenance tasks.Consult with engineers in the media organization to understand their data needs.Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members to maintain code quality and best practices.Report progress to senior management.Qualifications

REQUIREDBachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer engineering, information systems, or a related field.5 or more years experience in software design and implementation.Strong proficiency in coding in various forms, such as Python, C++, Java, SQL, etc.SKILLSExperience in Docker, Kubernetes and Kafka a plus.Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Enjoy working on highly complex projects involving engineers from many different teams.Additional Information

Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status, disability, genetic information, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment.Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at

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to advise us of your accommodation request.Compensation & Benefits DetailsAn employee’s pay position within the salary range may be based on several factors including but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, and experience.The salary range is what we believe to be the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting.You will be eligible to participate in Western Digital’s Short-Term Incentive (STI) Plan, which provides incentive awards based on Company and individual performance.We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid vacation time; paid sick leave; medical/dental/vision insurance; life, accident and disability insurance; and more.

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