Principal Engineer, Test Software Engineering

Company Description

The future. It’s on you. You & Western Digital.

We’ve been storing the world’s data for more than 50 years. Once, it was the most important thing we could do for data. Now we’re helping the world capture, preserve, access and transform data in a way only we can.

The most game-changing companies, consumers, professionals, and governments come to us for the technologies and solutions they need to capture, preserve, access, and transform their data.

But we can’t do it alone. Today’s exceptional data challenges require your exceptional skills. It’s You & Us. Together, we’re the next big thing in data. 
 
Western Digital® data-centric solutions are found under the G-Technology™, HGST, SanDisk®, Tegile™, Upthere™, and WD® brands.

Job Description

Key responsibilities of this position include but not limited to research, design, develop and maintenance of engineering and manufacturing software solutions. Collaborate with users and development team in the entire software development lifecycle. Ensure all software solutions meet the organization’s high-quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Computer Science / equivalent.
• 5 to 7 years of working experience in software development and support.
• Strong programming and troubleshooting skills, understanding of object-oriented programming paradigm and software design experience.
• Must have some working experience with at least one or more of the following programming languages: C#, ASP.NET, Java, C/C++, Python, JavaScript
• Must have some working experience in front end (UI), middle tier (Business Layer) and backend (Database and other software services) software design and development.
• Able define all aspects of development from appropriate technology and workflow to coding standards by architecting software framework.
• Has experience in driving projects as Project Manager (PM).
• Must have proven ability to achieve results in a fast moving, dynamic environment.
• Experience in software/hardware interfacing and integration will be an added advantage.
• A proven desire to work as a team member, both on the same team and outside of the team.
• Able to work on tight project schedule with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.

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 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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