System Engineer for Technical Product Management

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

• Drive storage products technical requirements (perf., power, latency, workloads, features etc.) for the complex and continuously evolving Mobile, Automotive and VR/AR industries
• Research of new usage cases, platforms, features and benchmarks including end to end system analysis (app layer, OS, FS, drivers, chipset and storage device internals)
• Work closely with engineering teams and architects to define and evaluate new features benefit, concept, architecture and design
• Competitive analysis on platform level to map product gaps, strength and identify new requirements and opportunities driven out of it
• Generate marketing collateral for products Go To Market / engagements activities including presentations, guides and training material
• Supports/drive research lab hands on activities – such as platforms bring up, tests/scripts automation etc.
  
  

Qualifications

• BSC in computer science/Software engineering/Electrical engineering
• 7+ years of work experience
• 3+ years of experience as an application engineer/system design engineer/embedded software developer
• Proven experience with Mobile/Embedded Platforms workspace
• Knowledge in Storage Protocols / File systems / Android frameworks – Advantage
• Experience in System architecture Analysis/optimizations – Advantage
• Fluent in English with excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
• Technology enthusiastic, self-learner
  
  

Additional Information

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 [email protected] 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.