Intern 4, Engineering BE/BTech - Intern Opportunity (2026 Graduates) at Western Digital

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Western Digital Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
InternshipExperience Level
InternshipJob Type
UnknownVisa
Storage Technology, Hardware, Data StorageIndustries

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor's in Electronics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with a focus on embedded systems or firmware development
  • Ability to work onsite at Bengaluru office (MUST)
  • Strong programming skills in C/C++ and familiarity with embedded systems (MUST)
  • Understanding of microcontrollers, peripherals, and interface protocols (e.g., SPI, I2C, UART)
  • Experience with version control tools like Git
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Responsibilities

  • Assist in designing, developing, and testing firmware solutions
  • Collaborate with the engineering team to define firmware requirements and specifications
  • Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in C/C++ or other relevant languages
  • Participate in code reviews and adhere to firmware coding standards
  • Debug and troubleshoot firmware issues in embedded systems
  • Conduct and participate in testing sessions to ensure firmware performance and reliability
  • Document development processes and maintain firmware documentation

Skills

Firmware Development
Firmware Design
Firmware Testing
C
Embedded Systems

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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