Fall 2024 Embedded Software Engineering Intern

Looking for an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in firmware engineering? We are seeking a Embedded Software Engineering Intern for the Runtime Team. You'll be responsible for developing real-time firmware code for head-disk interface spacing control and manufacturing firmware to optimize control parameters. You will also develop firmware features that increase device capacity while improving reliability performance and cost. Join our team of experienced engineers and make a real impact on the industry!

Develop and debug firmware for Hard Disk Drives that uses industry-standard tools and customized processes to deliver value to our customers, as part of a local team.

We are looking for an intern who is comfortable with programming languages such as C++ and Python, and can utilize them daily in the projects assigned.

• Currently enrolled as a full-time college student pursuing a BS/MS in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering or a related field
• Expected to graduate between December 2024 - June 2026 preferred
• Right to work in the US without requiring Western Digital to commence or sponsor an immigration case in order to employ you at any point in the future required
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, Python or other relevant languages
• Demonstrated expertise or course knowledge in structured code development and debugging
• Must be able to work effectively as part of a multi-site agile development team
• Excellent problem-solving, communication (written and verbal), and interpersonal skills

Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person’s gender identity, gender expression, 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 (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law poster.

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.

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Based on our experience, we anticipate that this job will close on or before 7/3/2024. If we have not closed our search by this date, we will update this posting with a new anticipated close date.

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