Senior Manager, Software Development Engineering (Apps)

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

Key Responsibilities:

• People Management: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 8-10 software engineers.
• Solution Delivery Ownership: Take full ownership of the delivery of software solutions, ensuring they meet the highest standards of quality and performance.
• Roadmap Planning: Develop and manage the software development roadmap, aligning it with business objectives and priorities.
• Mentorship: Provide guidance and support to team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Strategic and Tactical Planning: Develop strategic plans for software development initiatives and ensure effective execution through tactical planning and management.
• Lifecycle Management: Oversee the entire software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment and maintenance.
• Project Management: Manage complex software projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget and quality standards.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Experience: Over 12 years of experience in developing and managing software solutions, with a proven track record of end-to-end project ownership.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficient in C#, Python, .NET, Angular.
  • Strong knowledge of databases, including SQL Server, Oracle DB, and No-SQL databases.
  • Comprehensive understanding of the software development lifecycle and best practices.
• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Leadership Skills:
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and build high-performing teams.
  • Excellent people management skills, including mentoring and team development.
  • Strong strategic and tactical planning abilities.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments.
• Industry Experience:
  • Preferably with experience in the Semiconductor Storage Industry, but not a strict requirement for the right candidate.
• Soft Skills:
  • Strong leadership and technology management capabilities.
  • Ability to handle multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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 emp