Principal Developer - Software Development

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

• Lead the design and development of scalable, high-performance PHP and Java applications. Work on both front-end (PHP) and back-end (Java) components of the software.
• Utilize in-depth knowledge of the LAMP (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP) stack to architect and implement efficient solutions. Troubleshoot and optimize existing LAMP-based applications.
• Implement and maintain applications using modern containerization technologies such as Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes. Ensure scalability and portability of applications across different environments.
• Design and optimize SQL and DB2 database schemas. Perform database migrations, optimizations, and ensure data integrity.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate applications with various systems and APIs. Develop and maintain RESTful APIs for seamless data exchange.
• Conduct thorough code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices. and oversee effective testing strategies, including unit testing and integration testing.
• Identify and address performance bottlenecks in both PHP and Java applications. Implement optimizations to enhance overall system efficiency.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including system architecture, API documentation, and coding standards.

Qualifications

REQUIRED      

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Senior PHP and Java Developer with 6-8 years of hands-on development experience.
• Strong proficiency in PHP, Java, and the LAMP stack.
• Experience with modern containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Expertise in SQL and DB2 databases.
• Familiarity with front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of fabrication processes and industry-specific challenges.
• Familiarity with version control systems (Git).
• Experience with continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Understanding of agile development methodologies.
• Certification in PHP and Java development is a plus not required.

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