Western Digital is hiring Software Development Engineer (Apps) | Fresher | 18 LPA

Job Overview:
As part of the HDD modeling team, you will develop, maintain, and test SoC models in C#. These models replicate the register-accurate functionality of controller chips managing HDD/NAND storage, helping clients shorten SDLC and adopt shift-left methodologies. You will collaborate with firmware, design, and verification teams to deliver industry-leading storage solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop C#-based models for SoC and memory architectures
• Implement new hardware IPs/features into the models
• Debug and fix issues in co-simulation environments
• Perform root cause analysis for failures in collaboration with other teams
• Work with firmware development in embedded C++ across FPGA, simulator, and eHDD environments
• Participate in SAFe Agile processes, SCRUM, and cross-functional development
• Contribute to HDD products using SAS, SATA, and PCIe interfaces
• Understand the full product lifecycle of storage solutions

Required Qualifications

• BE/B.Tech in CS, CE, EE, EC, or related field (minimum CGPA 7.5 preferred)
• Strong knowledge of C, C++, SystemC, and C#
• Understanding of object-oriented programming, data structures, algorithms, and multi-threading
• Experience in low-level firmware development
• Good understanding of digital logic fundamentals and microcontroller architectures (ARM or ARC)
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies and systems
• Strong problem-solving, algorithm design, and complexity analysis skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with RTOS (uCOS, ThreadX, MQX, VxWorks, Embedded Linux)
• Knowledge of scripting languages like Perl, Python, or Tcl
• Understanding of memory types such as SRAM, DRAM, ROM, Flash

Technical Skills:
C, C++, SystemC, C#, Object-Oriented Programming, Data Structures, Algorithms, Multi-threaded Programming, Embedded C++, Digital Logic Fundamentals, ARM Architecture, ARC Architecture, RTOS, Perl, Python, Tcl, Memory Architecture, SAS, SATA, PCIe

Why Join Us
At Western Digital, we value diversity, innovation, and collaboration. You’ll be part of a global team shaping the future of data storage and technology, working on cutting-edge solutions that impact millions worldwide.