Optical Design Engineer

4 weeks ago

San Jose, California, United States Western Digital Full time

Job Title: R&D Engineer - Optical System Design for HAMR

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled R&D Engineer to join our team and contribute to the design of the optical system for Heat Assisted Magnetic Recording (HAMR). The successful candidate will have a strong background in optical design and experience with planar waveguides, mode converters, laser diodes, and near-field transducers.

Responsibilities:

  • Design and develop the optical system for HAMR, including planar waveguides, mode converters, laser diodes, and near-field transducers.
  • Characterize the optical system and initiate and develop intellectual property.
  • Publish and present scientific results at conferences.

Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. degree in Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, or closely related field.
  • Industrial experience is desired but not required.
  • Demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following areas: modeling of planar lightwave circuits, modeling of plasmonic devices, and design of optical characterization tools for optical devices.

Skills:

  • Ability to lead a project in research and/or advanced development.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently and in a team environment.

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, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

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.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits, including paid vacation time, paid sick leave, medical/dental/vision insurance, life, accident, and disability insurance, tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts, employee assistance program, other voluntary benefit programs, tuition reimbursement, transit, the Applause Program, employee stock purchase plan, and the Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan.

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