Company 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.

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 highly motivated and talented Software Development Engineer to join our team at Western Digital. In this role, you will be instrumental in developing and maintaining our digital twin infrastructure and machine learning software tools. Key responsibilities include:

1. Develop and enhance our digital twin infrastructure to improve efficiency and accuracy across the design and manufacturing processes.

2. Leverage machine learning and data analytics techniques to optimize the design and manufacturing process, develop design recommendation systems, identify anomalies, and support failure analysis.

3. Design, develop, and maintain software tools that streamline simulation workflows, minimize human error, and enhance the interpretation of simulation results.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

• M.S. Degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Data Science, or related quantitative/engineering field; or B.S. Degree plus >3 years of relevant industrial experience

• Experience/coursework/research in machine learning and deep learning

• Firm understanding of statistical modeling and data analytics methods

• Proficient in one or more programming languages such as Python, Java

• Strong analytical and quantitative problem-solving ability

• Good communication, relationship skills and a team player

PREFERRED:

• Experience with frontend framework, such as PyQt6, QtDesigner, React JS, Redux, Axio

• Experience with backend framework, such as FastAPI, Flask, Django

• Experience with machine learning framework, such as Scikit-learn, Scipy, PyTorch, TensorFlow, Yolo

• Knowledge in structural, thermal or mechanical in package engineering

• Interested in semiconductor industry.

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 (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person’s gender identity, gender expression, and gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person’s assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, 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. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf) poster.

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 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. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

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