Summer 2023 Software Engineering Intern (DRP Firmware)

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

As a Firmware Engineer for the Capacity Enterprise Hard Disk Drive Recording Sub-Systems (RSS) team, you'll be working with a group of tech experts to develop cool new features for hard drives. We're all about making these drives hold more data while still performing well and not breaking the bank.

You'll be responsible for making sure the firmware that keeps all that data safe and secure is designed, tested, and analyzed properly. This means you'll get to work on all kinds of projects, from coming up with new firmware designs to testing and analyzing failures.

Daily Programming Language: C & C++ 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Development of Python-based test automation tools required for the validation of hard disk drive data integrity-related features
• Participate in all aspects of test automation design including the test algorithms, interface to the HDD FW, and structure of the Python test scripts
• Develop and execute test validation plans to demonstrate the correct operation of the test automation tools
• Collaborate and work effectively as a member of a multi-site agile engineering development team

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

• Current student pursuing a BS or MS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, graduating between December 2023 - May 2024
• Skilled in Python development
• Proficient in C/C++
• Effective problem-solving skills with the ability to handle a diverse range of issues and recommend solutions with data taken into consideration
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills
• Capable of achieving results in a fast-moving, dynamic 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 employment. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law poster.

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, respe