Western Digital
Advanced HAMR Development Optical Design and Integration
Western Digital, San Jose, California, United States, 95199
Job Description
The 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 can 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. Responsibilities also include close collaboration with the wafer process teams to drive innovation in design, process, and materials.
Qualifications:
Minimum
of Ph.D degree in Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, Optics or closely related field. Industrial experience is highly desired. Highly qualified and experienced applicants will 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 such as waveguides, lasers, and plasmonic devices, development of meta-materials, and optical inverse design. Multi-physcis modeling experience is highly desired.
Demonstrated 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.
Additional Information
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. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment.
Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. 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 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, experience, skills, ability, knowledge of the job, performance, contribution and results, geographic location, shift, internal and external equity, and 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. This range may be modified in the future.
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 other voluntary benefit programs.
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The 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 can 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. Responsibilities also include close collaboration with the wafer process teams to drive innovation in design, process, and materials.
Qualifications:
Minimum
of Ph.D degree in Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, Optics or closely related field. Industrial experience is highly desired. Highly qualified and experienced applicants will 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 such as waveguides, lasers, and plasmonic devices, development of meta-materials, and optical inverse design. Multi-physcis modeling experience is highly desired.
Demonstrated 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.
Additional Information
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. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment.
Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. 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 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, experience, skills, ability, knowledge of the job, performance, contribution and results, geographic location, shift, internal and external equity, and 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. This range may be modified in the future.
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 other voluntary benefit programs.
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