Technologist Test Engineering - System Test

Responsibilities

• Own product validation including test plan definition, execution, and primary leadership in failure analysis
• Perform performance characterization of products and track observed anomalies
• Write comprehensive test plans for new product features, including test matrices and reports
• Define new tests based on customer feedback and defect fixes
• Execute regression test cases throughout the entire product development cycle
• Collaborate with hardware, ASIC, and firmware engineers to improve test methodologies
• Configure customer hardware and software systems to troubleshoot root causes
• Act as an expert guide for automation and script reviews
• Instrument changes in the Linux Kernel

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline
• 14+ years of experience in Ethernet Storage or Networking
• Deep knowledge of networking protocols and NVMe storage
• Proficiency in Python or other scripting languages

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Secure Boot, Secure Firmware Download, and Secure Debug
• Knowledge of Authentication, Attestation, and Data in Flight Encryption (IPsec, TLS 1.3)
• Understanding of Asymmetric and Symmetric Cryptography (AES-GCM)
• Experience with Quantum-safe (Post-Quantum) Cryptography
• Background in secure development processes or penetration testing

About the Company

Western Digital is a global leader in data storage solutions, dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technology. We provide an expansive portfolio of technologies and platforms for both business and consumer markets, supporting everything from massive data centers to personal flash memory.