Software Engineer

Google Chrome Microsoft Edge Apple Safari Mozilla Firefox Software EngineerFull-timeJob Type (exemption status): Exempt position - Please see related compensation & benefits details belowSalary Range: 110,900.00-147,800.00Business Function: Software DevelopmentWork Location: San Jose Great Oaks Headquarters--LOC_WDT_USCA23Company 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 DescriptionThis posting supports current and anticipated early-career hiring needs. Applying allows our recruiting team to consider you for opportunities that align with your qualifications, preferences, and availability. An immediate opening or interview is not guaranteed. Where are these roles located? You’ll have the opportunity to work with teams in:Colorado Springs, ColoradoIrvine, CaliforniaLongmont, ColoradoFremont, CaliforniaRochester, MinnesotaSan Jose, CaliforniaSystem Tools Software Engineering:Build the software behind the technology.As a System Tools Software Engineer, you'll create the software that powers engineering teams and next-generation products. You'll design, develop, test, and improve tools that make systems faster, more reliable, and easier to build.In this role, you may:Design and develop system software, utilities, and engineering tools.Build or enhance operating systems, compilers, networking tools, databases, and Internet-based applications.Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize software performance.Collaborate with hardware and software engineers to ensure seamless integration.Help influence hardware design by developing software that works efficiently with new technologies.Applications Software Engineering:Create software that helps teams work smarter.As an Applications Software Engineer, you'll develop applications that support employees, customers, and business operations. You'll design, build, test, and improve software used across enterprise systems.In this role, you may:Design, develop, and maintain commercial and internal software applications.Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code using modern programming languages.Test, debug, and improve application performance.Collaborate with teammates to build new features and solve technical problems.Create documentation that supports software deployment and ongoing maintenance.Data Analytics Engineering:Turn data into insights that drive better decisions.As a Data Analytics Engineer, you'll build the tools and data systems that help teams understand performance, improve products, and solve business challenges. You'll work with large datasets to create meaningful insights that influence engineering and business decisions.In this role, you may:Design and develop data pipelines, databases, and data warehouses.Build software and automation tools for collecting, processing, and analyzing data.Create dashboards, reports, and visualizations that support decision-making.Partner with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into technical solutions.Analyze data to identify trends, improve processes, and solve complex problems.Firmware Engineering:Write the code that brings hardware to life.As a Firmware Engineer, you'll develop the low-level software that allows hardware devices to function. Working at the intersection of hardware and software, you'll help build reliable,...