WesternDigital
Architecture and System Design Engineer
At a Glance
- Location
- Irvine, California, United States
- Employment
- Full-time
- Posted
- 2026-07-14T17:22:47.639Z
Key Requirements
Required Skills
Domain Knowledge
- Engineering
Benefits & Perks
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Requirements
Relevant years of experience in electronics engineering with a focus on system architecture and design
Advanced knowledge of electronics architecture and system design principles
Proven track record of leading complex electronic system design projects
Expertise in circuit design, analysis, and PCB layout
Strong understanding of signal integrity and EMC principles
Proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, and Python
Compensation & Benefits
WD is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee 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 "
Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal
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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.
Responsibilities
In this pivotal role, you will lead the development of cutting-edge electronic systems, driving technological advancements and shaping the future of our products.
Must understand all system implications and provide a robust electronics solution for our products
Utilize core functions for various IP that is developed while ensuring we meet performance, cost and reliability goals
Must be able to understand and optimize power, thermal, mechanical, and electrical aspects
Support Servo-Mechanical team with Spindle and VCM design, Load/unload power simulations, seek headroom simulations, spin up/down simulations
Design, simulate, and validate power and voltage regulator systems for accuracy, stability, thermal management, and ripple control
About the Company
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.