Technologist, Test Engineering [ 14+ years Storage Validation Engineer with Networking Security Expertise]

Company Description

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

At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that. Our technology helped people put a man on the moon.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately? You’ll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms. And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments? That’s us, too.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital®, G-Technology™, SanDisk® and WD® brands.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It’s You & Western Digital. Together, we’re the next BIG thing in data.

Job Description

Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Storage Engineer in QA with a strong foundation in network security to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in storage infrastructure design, implementation, and management, as well as a deep understanding of security protocols like IPsec, TLS, and Root of Trustmechanisms. This role requires a collaborative mindset to work closely with cross-functional teams and ensure our storage systems are both performant and secure.

Detailed Description:

• 14+ years’ experience of Storage QA which should involve validation activities of firmware and storage subsystems, including automation.
• Excellent knowledge of Storage Servers, Storage Arrays – JBOD, JBOFs, NAS, SAN
• In-depth working knowledge of SAS, SCSI, PCIe protocols. Trace Analysis  of SAS/Ethernet/PCIe is a big plus.
• Experience with following will be preferred skills for this opportunity :
  • Secure boot 
  • Secure Firmware Download
  • Transport Layer Security ( TLS) 1.3, IPSec
  • Asymmetric ( Private-Public key) Cryptography
  • Symmetric Cryptography( i.e AES-GCM)
  • Quantam-safe( Post-Quantam) Cryptography
  • Penetration testing experience
  • FIPS 140-2/140-3 exposure
• Working knowledge on SSD and debugging skills is a plus.
• Solid working knowledge of operating systems: Windows / Linux including trouble shooting issues/problems with those systems
• Understand Hardware and Software interaction
• Install and configure various hardware and software components
• Perform bug verification and drive issues to resolution
• White box testing knowledge is a plus
• Security/Pen Testing knowledge is a plus
• Assist in customer escalations
• Understand Software development Life Cycle
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
• Ability to achieve results in a fast moving, dynamic environment
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Self-motivated and Self-driven

Qualifications

• B.E / B.Tech /M.E/M.Tech - E.C.E/CSE/IT 
• 14+ years of industry experience in the field of storage/networking/server domain with strong fundamentals. 

Additional Information

Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate 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 Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law poster.

Western 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 communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

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