Analyst 1, Programming (New College Graduate/Fresh Graduate) at Western Digital

Biñan, Calabarzon, Philippines

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Entry Level & New GradExperience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, Data Storage, HardwareIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline
  • Experience in developing applications, including database and User Interface design for WPF and Windows Forms
  • Understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)
  • Hands-on experience across the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including planning, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance of Windows-based applications
  • Open to employment opportunities in Binan City, Laguna, CALABARZON, Philippines
  • Open to an on-site reporting work arrangement
  • Open to a dayshift work schedule

Responsibilities

  • Work with end users to define requirements for new automation applications or enhancements to existing automation applications
  • Work with IT Operations Support team for level 1 support training
  • Design and develop cost effective solutions to meet user requirements
  • Document and deploy applications in a timely fashion
  • Provide support for applications used in the factory operating in a 24x7 fast moving environment

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

WPFWindows FormsObject-Oriented ProgrammingOOPDatabase DesignUser Interface DesignApplication Development

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote or on-site?

The position is on-site.

What are the required qualifications for this Analyst 1, Programming role?

Candidates need a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline, experience in developing applications including database and User Interface design for WPF and Windows Forms, understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), and hands-on experience across the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) for Windows-based applications.

What preferred skills are mentioned for this role?

Preferred skills include team collaboration, experience with Microsoft Visual Studio Development Suite including C# and Team Foundation Server, knowledge of SECS/GEM protocol or industrial automation standards, Microsoft SQL Server experience with stored procedures and LINQ, containerization with Docker and Kubernetes, DevOps practices, and Agile development.

What is the company culture like at Western Digital?

Western Digital is a company of problem solvers focused on powering global innovation, pushing technology boundaries, and building the future of data storage through collaborative efforts with high-growth organizations.

What makes a strong candidate for this new college graduate programming analyst position?

A strong candidate will have the required Bachelor’s degree and core development experience, plus preferred skills like C# programming, SQL Server, containerization tools such as Docker and Kubernetes, DevOps practices, and the ability to collaborate in a team environment while supporting 24x7 factory applications.

Western Digital

Provides data storage solutions and services

About Western Digital

Western Digital provides a variety of data storage solutions, including Network Attached Storage (NAS), Storage Area Network (SAN), private cloud, and hyper-converged infrastructure. Their products are designed to help businesses manage and store data efficiently and reliably. For example, their all-flash arrays are optimized for high input/output applications, while the JetStor brand offers cost-effective NAS and SAN arrays that support multiple host ports for improved performance. What sets Western Digital apart from its competitors is its extensive experience in the data storage market and its ability to cater to a wide range of clients, from large corporations to small businesses. The company's goal is to deliver high-value storage solutions that meet the diverse needs of its customers, ensuring they have the tools necessary for effective data management.

San Jose, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$927.9MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Paid sick leave & vacation time
Medical/dental/vision insurance
Life, accident, & disability insurance
Tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts
Employee assistance program
Tuition reimbursement
Employee stock purchase plan
Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan

Risks

Seagate's HAMR technology may outperform Western Digital's ePMR in high-capacity HDDs.
Toshiba's HAMR and MAMR technologies intensify competition in the storage market.
Focus on consumer products may neglect enterprise client needs, risking market share.

Differentiation

Western Digital leads in high-capacity HDDs with 32TB UltraSMR and ePMR technology.
The company offers diverse storage solutions, including NAS, SAN, and private cloud.
Western Digital's SanDisk and WD_BLACK brands target creators and gamers effectively.

Upsides

Growing demand for high-capacity storage driven by AI and data-intensive applications.
Recent product launches cater to the expanding gaming and content creation markets.
Advancements in ePMR technology enhance Western Digital's competitive edge in HDDs.

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