Product Engineer

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.

• Reliability of supply
  • Reporting of non-conformity (NCR)
  • Implementation and realization of corrective actions
  • Proactive avoidance of supply bottlenecks
• Continuous improvement and quality assurance
  • Yield analysis and improvement
  • Problem solving methodology and reporting (e.g., 8D)
  • Definition of corrective and improvement actions
  • Document ownership (e.g., control plan) and process control responsibility (stage gate processing)
• Communication
  • Internal reporting on regular basis
  • Preparation and presentation of corrective, improvement, and preventive actions and measures
  • Customer reporting on regular basis
  • Support of customer case

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, Photonics, or a related field.
• Solid understanding of VCSEL and Photo-Diode device physics, technologies, and applications.
• Proven track record in similar role
• Ability to present and report complex problems and solutions in English and German
• Ability to work in interdisciplinary and intercultural teams

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, respect and contribution.

Western Digital 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.

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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].