Process Integration Technologist, R&D Engineering - Western Digital : Job Details

Process Integration Technologist, R&D Engineering

Company DescriptionAt Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.

Salary Range: 154,360.00-218,700.00

The job opening is for a full-time Research Staff Member in the Western Digital Corporation emerging device fabrication group.

Job Responsibilities

• Build nanoscale devices for a range of exploratory projects such as non-volatile memories, novel magnetic biosensor applications, AI memory/compute architectures, superconducting qubits, superconducting electronics, etc.
• We are looking for a scientist/engineer with a strong background in nanoscale device processing. Candidates with expertise in device integration in one or more of the following areas are particularly sought after: nanoscale devices for biological applications, superconducting qubits, oxide semiconductor FETs.
• The device fabrication is performed in a state-of-the-art research cleanroom on our San Jose headquarters campus. You will be joining a fabrication team of 20+ engineers and technicians with nearly 500 years of combined nanofabrication experience.

Qualifications

Minimum of a Master's degree in Physics, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, or closely related field with 10+ years of professional experience or a Ph.D. with 5+ years is required.

The Successful Candidate Will Have

• Hands-on experience with a range of nanofabrication process equipment including SEM and AFM.
• Demonstrated ability to self-direct a research project.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Hands-on experience with cleanroom process tools is preferred.
• Experience in device integration (CAD/mask layout/designing process flows/running process lots).

Additional Information

Western 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, sex, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, or other legally protected characteristics.

Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, and the world around us.

Based on our experience, we anticipate that the application deadline will be 5/12/25. However, we reserve the right to close the application process sooner if we hire an applicant for this position before the application deadline.

Compensation & Benefits Details

• An employee's pay position within the salary range may be based on several factors including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, performance, geographic location, and business needs.
• You will be eligible to participate in Western Digital's Short-Term Incentive (STI) Plan and may also be eligible for our Long-Term Incentive (LTI) program.
• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid vacation time, medical/dental/vision insurance, life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Research & Development

Industries

Computer Hardware Manufacturing, Computers and Electronics Manufacturing, Semiconductor Manufacturing

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