Staff Engineer, Software Development

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.

Everywhere data lives, we are a key partner to the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to making 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.

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 (hint: binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately?). And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments? That’s us, too.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It’s You & Western Digital. Together, we’re the next BIG thing in data

We are an equal opportunity employer who values diversity. It is the policy of Western Digital to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. Western Digital does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), gender (including a person’s gender identity 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, physical disability, mental disability, family care status, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Western Digital prohibits harassment of any individual on any of the bases listed above. For Ethics helpline, please visit http://EthicsHelplineWDC.com

Job Description

• Develops information systems by designing, developing, and installing software solutions.
• Determines operational feasibility by evaluating analysis, problem definition, requirements, solution development, and proposed solutions.
• Develops software solutions by studying information needs, conferring with users, and studying systems flow, data usage, and work processes.
• Investigates problem areas.
• Follows the software development lifecycle.
• Documents and demonstrates solutions by developing documentation, flowcharts, layouts, diagrams, charts, code comments and clear code.
• Prepares and installs solutions by determining and designing system specifications, standards, and programming.
• Provides information by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing development and service issues.

Qualifications

REQUIRED: 

• General programming skills (C#, SQL, .NET).
• General programming knowledge about database (Oracle).
• Software testing & debugging, able to test the software and troubleshoot the software bugs and provide quick fix.
• Software documentation (ERD diagram, flow chart, software user manual).
• Demonstrated ability to rapidly learn new technologies, products and processes. 
• Degree in Computer Science/Related field
• Camstar/Siemens Opcenter is an advantage.

SKILLS 

• Ability to effectively manage projects and tasks to deliver deadlines and commitments. 
• You have high degree of problem-solving skills, solutions oriented with a positive, can-do attitude.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor others or lead teams 
• You have excellent interpersonal skills, including written and verbal communication.
• You are comfortable and enjoy working in a dynamic and ever evolving environment.
• You can be a fun and enthusiastic teammate who enjoys challenges and celebrates successes.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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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