Senior Technologist, Firmware Engineering

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Job Description

In this position, you will technically lead and participate in development of advanced system architectures and complex simulation models for Western Digital’s next generation solid state drive products. You will be responsible for leading the development of the system architecture and will initiate and analyze changes to the architecture of the product. Typical activities include designing, programming, debugging, and modifying simulation models in order to evaluate these changes and assess the performance, power, and endurance of the product.

You will work closely with excellent colleague engineers, cope with complex challenges, innovate, and develop products that will be sold in millions of units.

Job Requirements

• Proven profile of excellency
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to work as part of a global team in multiple geographies
• M.S. in Computer Science or Software / Computer / Electrical Engineering, cum laude
• At least 10 years of experience in RT / embedded systems architecture
• At least 10 years of simulation using System C and TLM, behavioral modeling and performance analysis
• Experience with scripting automation using Python
• Capable of developing wide system view for complex embedded systems
• Multi-disciplinary experience, including familiarity with Firmware and ASIC design
• Previous patent filing – advantage
• Previous scientific publications – advantage
• Previous experience with client and enterprise storage systems, FTL, NVMe, and NAND flash – strong advantage

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