Intern Firmware Engineering

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Petaling Jaya, Petaling, Selangor, MYS
In-Office
Internship
Big Data • Cloud • Hardware • Software
The Role
Work on firmware for hard disk drives by designing and modifying optimization and measurement commands, creating and updating test methods, running validations, and reviewing parametric data. Troubleshoot failures from continuous integration and product integration tests. Participate in a structured early-career program with mentorship and onboarding.
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Company Description

WD is building the infrastructure behind the AI-driven data economy.

As AI scales, so does data. Every interaction, every model, every system generates data that must be stored, managed, and made accessible over time. That’s where we come in.

We combine deep engineering expertise with global-scale manufacturing to deliver the storage systems that make AI possible, powering hyperscale data centers, cloud platforms, and enterprise infrastructure worldwide.

This isn’t theoretical work. It’s real systems, at real scale, people solving some of the hardest challenges in technology today.

We’re looking for people who want to build, solve, and operate at that level.

Join us and let’s shape the future of data.

Job Description

  • Designing and modifying optimization and measurement commands, for Hard Disk Drive product, related to product read/ write operation.
  • Designing and modifying test methods, running validation and reviewing parametric data, to assure firmware code quality.
  • Troubleshoot failures/ problems occur during continuous integration tests or product integration tests

This position is part of our Early Career program at WD. Our Early Career program is designed to support individuals beginning their professional career by providing the foundational training through a structured onboarding, mentorship, and development curriculum.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

  • Current student pursuing Bachelor degree in Computer Science/ Computer/ Electronics/ Electrical Engineering or related field.

PREFERRED:

  • Interested in data analysis

SKILLS

  • Experience in C/C++/Python programming or scripting.
  • Strong logical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

Additional Information

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.

WD is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [email protected] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Notice To Candidates: Please be aware that WD and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying for a position or receiving an offer of employment. Should you encounter any such requests, please report it immediately to WD Ethics Helpline or email [email protected].

Skills Required

  • Current student pursuing Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Computer, Electronics, Electrical Engineering or related field
  • Experience in C/C++/Python programming or scripting
  • Strong logical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Interested in data analysis

Western Digital Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Western Digital and has not been reviewed or approved by Western Digital.

  • Strong & Reliable Incentives Strong & Reliable Incentives: Incentive structures in variable‑pay roles are portrayed as well‑designed, and annual or quarterly bonuses are commonly part of total compensation.
  • Healthcare Strength Healthcare Strength: Company materials highlight comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and mental‑health resources, complemented by options like HSA/FSA and disability coverage.
  • Parental & Family Support Parental & Family Support: Caregiving support across life stages and children’s behavioral health resources are featured, with programs such as Bright Horizons referenced for U.S. employees.

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The Company
HQ: Bengaluru, Karnataka
25,132 Employees

What We Do

At Western Digital we create data storage solutions that power the technology of today and inspire the innovations of tomorrow.

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