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Western Digital Capital

Technologist – Advanced Reader Design

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


Job Type (exemption status): Exempt position - Please see related compensation & benefits details belowSalary Range: 137,275.00-194,400.00Business Function: Hardware Development EngineeringCompany 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.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:Develop and deliver next generation read head designs for magnetic recording headsExplore/evaluate novel read sensor structure/material to support HDD areal density growth through cooperation within company and outside academia institutionsInitiate DOE, conduct detailed analysis and generate clear and actionable conclusion, provide roadmap for future recording head designQualifications

Ph.D degree in physics, materials science and engineering.3 or more years of experience in spintronics and magnetic recording/magnetic memory Industry environment.Knowledge of magnetic recording head, hard disk drive, magnetic memory or semiconductor industry principles, practices, and techniquesKnowledge in micro-magnetic modeling, Finite Element Method (FEM) for electronic devices, and device characterizationAbility to integrate individual technology from wide area to achieve final requirement.Experience in design of experiments, mathematical and statistical data analysis, and statistical process control.Data analysis skills and the ability to apply these skills to manipulate and analyze large data setsStrong verbal and written communication skillsAdditional Information

Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate based on any 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 jobs.accommodations@wdc.com 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 (1) relevant education; qualifications; certifications; and experience; (2) skills, ability, knowledge of the job; (3) performance, contribution and results; (4) geographic location; (5) shift; (6) internal and external equity; and (7) business and organizational needs.The salary range is what we believe to be the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in California, Colorado, New York or remote jobs that can be performed in these states.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. Depending on your role and your performance, you may be eligible to participate in our annual Long-Term Incentive (LTI) program.We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid vacation time; paid sick leave; medical/dental/vision insurance; life, accident and disability insurance; tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts; employee assistance program; and more.

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