Western Digital Capital
New College Graduate Servo Firmware Engineer
Western Digital Capital, Irvine, California, United States, 92713
New College Graduate Servo Firmware Engineer
Full-timeJob Type (exemption status): Exempt position - Please see related compensation & benefits details belowSalary Range: 95,285.00-135,000.00Business Function: Systems Design EngineeringWork Location: Irvine Office--LOC_WDT_USCA01At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.Join our cutting-edge team to revolutionize the technology in hard disk drives by developing advanced servo firmware. In this dynamic role, you will engage in the design, optimization, and calibration of servo loops, as well as actuator and spindle-motor control. Your work will directly impact the performance and efficiency of our products through innovative servo firmware solutions.Key Responsibilities:Design and implement robust servo loop systems for hard disk drives.Develop comprehensive firmware development plans and maintain strict schedules to ensure timely deliverables.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, including ASIC, Mechanical, Channel FW, and CTLR FW groups.Minimum Qualifications:PhD in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Systems Engineering with a focus on control system design, 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, and other failure analysis tools is advantageous.Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate based on their race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status, physical disability, mental 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.Compensation & Benefits Details:An 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 tuition reimbursement.
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Full-timeJob Type (exemption status): Exempt position - Please see related compensation & benefits details belowSalary Range: 95,285.00-135,000.00Business Function: Systems Design EngineeringWork Location: Irvine Office--LOC_WDT_USCA01At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.Join our cutting-edge team to revolutionize the technology in hard disk drives by developing advanced servo firmware. In this dynamic role, you will engage in the design, optimization, and calibration of servo loops, as well as actuator and spindle-motor control. Your work will directly impact the performance and efficiency of our products through innovative servo firmware solutions.Key Responsibilities:Design and implement robust servo loop systems for hard disk drives.Develop comprehensive firmware development plans and maintain strict schedules to ensure timely deliverables.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, including ASIC, Mechanical, Channel FW, and CTLR FW groups.Minimum Qualifications:PhD in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Systems Engineering with a focus on control system design, 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, and other failure analysis tools is advantageous.Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate based on their race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status, physical disability, mental 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.Compensation & Benefits Details:An 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 tuition reimbursement.
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