Western Digital

Founded in 1970, we are a computer hardware manufacturer that designs, develops, and builds data storage solutions. Our products include high-capacity hard drives (HDDs) for PCs, NAS, gaming, data centers, and AI data cycles, as well as personal, embedded, and object storage. We also offer software and other storage solutions for big data, cloud storage, data center storage, backup recovery, data virtualization, and NVMe technology. We provide a product recycling program for sustainability.

Beyond our core hardware, we are expanding into new storage areas, software platforms, and business models like software-defined storage, platform partnerships, and services for hyperscalers, neoclouds, sovereign clouds, and OEM partners. We develop embedded systems, focusing on microprocessor, RTOS, and firmware development using HDD, flash, semiconductor, and memory technologies. We manage our enterprise ServiceNow ecosystem, overseeing its architecture, design strategy, and platform governance. We also use Python-based frameworks to deploy AI workflows across sales, marketing, and e-commerce, integrating with platforms like Salesforce and Marketo.

Our vision is to unlock the potential of data. We aim to be a leader in data storage, providing solutions for today and tomorrow. We offer scalable, sustainable technology to hyperscalers, enterprises, and cloud providers, and develop innovations for AI-driven data workloads. Our team drives these efforts, united by a goal to create solutions that move the world forward.

Our core values guide us:

• We help our customers succeed.
• We focus on progress and achieving goals.
• We promote collaboration and support each other as a team.
• We strive for excellence and act ethically.
• We encourage new ideas and invention.

Our people drive our operations, united by the goal of creating solutions that move the world forward. Joining us means contributing to new possibilities through inspiration and imagination. Our teams include HDD, Global Operations, Technology, Strategy, Finance, Sales and Marketing, and Corporate Services.

Our work environment is diverse and inclusive. We are committed to equal opportunity and employee growth, and we do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected class status. We prohibit harassment and provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.

Our hiring process involves four main steps. You can start by joining our talent communities and exploring open opportunities. Then, you apply by reviewing and submitting your application. The interview stage encourages authenticity and preparedness. Finally, you will hear from us regarding an offer or other opportunities within the company.

We offer paid time off, including vacation and sick leave, as well as comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance. Our employees receive life, accident, and disability insurance, along with tax-advantaged flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts. We also provide an employee assistance program and voluntary benefits like supplemental life and AD&D, legal plans, pet insurance, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage.

We support employee development with tuition reimbursement and offer transit benefits. Our financial programs include an employee stock purchase plan and the Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan. We recognize employee contributions through the Applause Program. Certain roles may also qualify for a Short Term Incentive Plan (STI), Sales Incentive Plan (SIP), and Long-Term Incentive (LTI) program, which can include RSUs or cash equivalents.