Job 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.

Advance experience in Software development and validation with core experience mainly on Platform software / Firmware Dev-Test is preferred. Job role requires to work hands across Platform architectures and software stack.

• Ability to innovate, design and implement features
• Design, develop, code, and debug by applying knowledge of hardware architecture and system design.
• Layout and establish design documents with the engineering team
• Must understand x86, UEFI, x64 CPU instructions and general architecture.
• Experience programming in C, C++ and Golang scripting languages is preferred.
• Excellent Knowledge on Object Oriented Programming is preferred
• Experience in the following is preferred - I2C, IPMI, KVM, SOL, WS-MAN, Open BMC development, Redfish, Swordfish, SAS, PCIe
• Candidate is expected to demonstrate good knowledge of Server/Storage/Networking Protocols
• Good Exposure on Various Encryption Protocols & Algorithms like RSA, PKCS# , SHA is a plus.
• Experience in Root of Trust & Secure Booting of Firmware in various Processor Architectures is a plus.
• Knowledge/Experience with FPGA's and debuggers is a plus
• Experience in software stack (BIOS, kernels, OS interactions, drivers, Virtualization, OpenCL areas) are preferred.
• Expertise in design and implementation of multitasking, event driven real time firmware is preferred
• Demonstrated ability of working well in a diverse and cross geo team environment
• Knowledge of TCP/IP protocol and having experience in solving complicated networking issue is a plus
• Exposure to scalable and distributed systems is a plus
• Good communication and organizational skills are required.

Qualifications

• B.E / B.Tech /M.E/M.Tech - E.C.E/CSE/IT
• Advance experiencein the field of storage/networking/server domain with strong fundamentals.

Additional Information

• Participate in key product development and technical teams
• Excellent knowledge in Software development lifecycle and engineering processes
• Capable of working as part of a global development team spanning across geos.
• Good stake holder management and interact with program managers, sales, quality and cross geo teams.
• Be an Agile team member with TTM as a goal with high quality deliveries.
• Contribute to team goals, schedules.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

WD 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.

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