Western Digital · 2 weeks ago
Early Career Talent - Applications Engineer (Data Science/Automation)
Fremont, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$107K/yr - $142K/yrWestern Digital is a company dedicated to powering global innovation in technology. They are seeking an Early Career Talent engineer specializing in Data Science and Automation to drive productivity and digital transformation in wafer fabrication operations, working on projects like RFID technology deployment and workflow optimization.
Big DataComputerHardwareManufacturingSoftware
Responsibilities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement RFID sensors and camera-based OCR for real-time data capture and workflow automation
Interface sensor outputs with MES and wearable technologies to streamline wafer scheduling and improve operator productivity
Lead and support projects focused on workflow simplification, process optimization, and digital twin creation using RFID data
Contribute to the advancement of robotic autonomy and AI-driven automation in wafer fab environments
Apply project management skills to ensure timely delivery and successful implementation of key initiatives
Participate in ongoing upskilling programs, including Agile Scrum and Industry 4.0 training, to stay at the forefront of manufacturing innovation
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
Hands-on experience with Python for data analysis, machine learning, and automation
Exposure to project management methodologies; Agile/Scrum certification is a plus
Familiarity with RFID, camera-based OCR, MES systems, and wearable technologies is highly desirable
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Eagerness to learn and grow within a fast-paced, innovative environment
Preferred
Master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field with graduation date between December 2024-December 2025
Benefits
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 such as supplemental life and AD&D, legal plan, pet insurance, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity
Tuition reimbursement
Transit
The Applause Program
Employee stock purchase plan
Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan
Company
Western Digital
Western Digital helps customers capture, preserve, access, and transform an ever-increasing diversity of data.
Founded in 1970
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$901.37M2023-10-31Post Ipo Debt· $1.37M
2023-01-31Post Ipo Equity· $900M
2015-09-30Post Ipo Equity
Leadership Team
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SVP, CIO
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Founder
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