Technologist - ASIC Development Engineering

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

We are looking for a technologist/principal/staff ASIC validation engineer to work with our next generation storage products. 
You will participate in validating the cutting edge storage controller in both pre and post silicon phases. 
You will participate in production support towards next generation of storage products. 
You will responsible for ASIC design validation features, development of storage validation firmware, and perform tasks including SOC bring-up, features validation, ASIC and storage drive debugging.

Responsibilities
Validation of PCIe/SD memory product with Host platforms from different OEM/Chipset vendors
Failure Analysis of the issues to root cause whether it is the test issue or product issue
Understand the architecture and design. Come up with validation plan and execute to completion.
Understanding the test scenarios and converting them into test cases
Develop Validation firmware using C/C++ in multiple environments using latest standards: FPGA, Simulator, for flash products.
perform tasks including SOC bring-up,
features validation,
ASIC and storage drive debugging.
Compliance and interoperability procedures

Qualifications

Experience required:
- BS/MS degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field
- 8 – 12 years of experience on validation and debug
- Experience coding in C for SSD embedded system, Python for test automation is a plus.
- SSD firmware/validation experience in areas of: USB, SD, PCIe/NVMe, NAND and related areas .
- Experience with lab debugging tools (debugger, logic analyzer, scope
- Good Knowledge in any of the storage protocol - eMMC/USB/NVMe protocol
- Good Knowledge in any of the Electrical validation of the storage protocol - eMMC/USB/SD/SDIO/PCIE
- Good Knowledge and hands on experience in scripting in C, Python language
- Good Knowledge and deep hands on experience in Failure Analysis to understand the Test and FW/Memory features.
- Good knowledge in Test application development and performance measurement tool, etc.
- RMA support for the issues reported by the customer or field engineer.
- Status reports generation and presenting the validation status to Project and Program manager
- Validation of USB/eMMC memory product with Host platforms from different OEM/Chipset vendors
- Failure Analysis of the issues to root cause whether it is the test issue or product issue
- Participating in Customer meeting and understanding the Validation strategy.
- Understanding the customer test scenarios and converting them into test cases

Soft Skills:

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact across teams and geographies
Excellent verbal & written communication skills
Excellent problem solving and debugging skills
Technical mindset with great attention to detail and an ever positive, can-do attitude.
Demonstrate use of out-of-box thinking for creative solutions to highly sticky problems.
Team player who provides appropriate feedback to management & team members
Ability to operate in a fast-past environment while creating an environment where teammates feel appreciated & feel recognized for their contributions

Additional Information

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.