Test & Characterization Staff Engineer
Shenzhen, ChinaFull-timePosted Jun 24, 2026
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Test & Characterization Staff EngineerFull-timeJob Type (exemption status): Exempt position - Please see related compensation & benefits details belowBusiness Function: Test Development EngineeringWork Location: Shenzhen Nanshan Office--LOC_HGST_NanshanCompany DescriptionWD 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.Job DescriptionESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. head-media HAMR laser -magnetic recording physics investigation;
1) cooperate with US head-media design team to understand the key feature of new head-media, investigate head-media performance by design of experiments, data characterization and physic FA. Provide fast response and constructive suggestion /feedback to design team;
2) work closely with testing HW/SW team to get their support on enable special HW/SW testing request;
3) Work together with Thailand DOE team to make whole DOE testing smoothly , support for special engineer test and head FA.
2. ADC Head-media ADC DEMO: demonstrate head-media capacity of each qualter by applying new feature of head-media design and detailed characterizationQualificationsQUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
1. Master degree or above in applied physics, optics, electrical engineering, materials science and other related disciplines;
2. Preference will be given to those who have internship experience or interest in hard disk storage and laser-related fields;
3. Strong ability to analyze problems independently, explore the root causes of problems take corrective measures;
4. Enthusiastic about research and exploration of physical mechanisms, strong learning ability;
5. Excellent data analysis skills, including data processing, statistical analysis and data understanding;
6. Highly self-motivated, keen to troubleshoot and solve complex problems;
7. Good English communication skills;
8. Be responsible in doing things.Additional InformationWestern Digital 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” poster. Our pay transparency policy is available HEREWestern 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...