New College Grad, Servo Firmware Engineer (Ph.D. only)
Join our cutting-edge team to revolutionize the technology in hard disk drives by developing advanced servo firmware. In this dynamic role, you will engage in the design, optimization, and calibration of servo loops, as well as actuator and spindle-motor control. Your work will directly impact the performance and efficiency of our products through innovative servo firmware solutions. 📀
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and implement robust servo loop systems for hard disk drives. 🛠️
- Develop comprehensive firmware development plans and maintain strict schedules to ensure timely deliverables. 📅
- Drive continuous improvements by leading process, team, and program changes. 🔄
- Collaborate on product development projects, focusing on servo loop design, integration, and comprehensive drive-level failure analysis. 🔍
- Work autonomously and in collaboration with cross-functional teams, including ASIC, Mechanical, Channel FW, and CTLR FW groups. 🤝
Qualifications
- PhD in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Systems Engineering with a focus on control system design, expected graduation in 2024. 🎓
- Strong programming skills in C/C++. 💻
- Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems and design sophisticated algorithms and systems. 🧠
- Proven track record in MATLAB, Simulink, DSP, and real-time operating systems. Experience with ARM or ARC processors is a plus. 🖥️
- Practical experience in drive-level debugging using tools like emulators, serial port tracing, digital oscilloscopes, and other failure analysis tools is advantageous. 🔧