Job Description What We Do? We are focused on design and development of next generation firmware architecture and algorithms to deliver high performance and cost-efficient enterprise Hard Disk Drive (eHDD) products.
As part of the globally diverse R&D team, you will be working in an Agile development environment with opportunity to learn and grow in multiple disciplines.
? We are seeking highly motivated students to join our RAMP Internship Program.
These paid internships are designed to jump start your career, offering on-the-job and supplemental training in addition to robust mentorship.
You will work alongside the brightest minds in the industry to drive the innovation necessary to outpace new demands and challenges created by?data.
? What is the RAMP Program?
The RAMP Program is supplemental to your day-to-day intern responsibilities.
In this program, you will take a deeper dive into professional life at Western Digital by getting exposure to different parts of the organization.
Some RAMP Program elements include: On the job training and mentorship with industry professionals? Professional development trainings? Executive exposure?? Networking events with other interns and Western Digital employees? Collaboration opportunities with cross-geographical & cross-cultural teams especially the team in Japan & US.
This position is based in Western Digital Tech and Regional Center (M), which is a Center of Excellence located in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia.
What You Will Do? ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:? Design, develop, test, integrate and maintain quality firmware for eHDD using best practices like unit test, CI and Agile methodologies.
Design and implementation of data structures, software algorithms, data path, and drivers for hardware cores using latest standards C++ and Python.
Participate in significant technical investigations from problem statement to conclusions.
Creates design documents pertinent to the various phases of firmware development.
Devise strategies for in-depth functionality and compatibility testing of complex drive features. Qualifications REQUIRED SKILLS?? Current student, pursuing Bachelor in Computer Science, Computer/Electronics Engineering or related field.
Knowledge in C, Object-oriented programming (e.g.
C++, Python), Data Structure, Algorithms.
Multi-threaded programming.
Ability to rapidly learn new technologies, complex code?? Capable of quickly learning new firmware, hardware, systems, tools, and methodologies.
You have strong aptitude and penchant for problem solving, algorithm design, and complexity analysis.
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.
Self-motivated to work both supervised and unsupervised as part of the team.
DESIRED SKILLS and/or EXPERIENCE?? Would be an added advantage if you have: Knowledge in micro-controller architecture (ARM or ARC), embedded firmware development and RTOS.
Knowledge in data analytics, data visualization, machine learning.
Good understanding of Agile practices. Additional Information 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.
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Should you encounter any such requests, please report it immediately to? ****** . 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 ****** 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: Western Digital has received reports of scams where a payment is requested on Western Digital's behalf as a condition for receiving an offer of employment.
Please be aware that Western Digital 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 ******.