Internship

Intern, Firmware Engineering

Western Digital Malaysia

Deadline: Not specified

Short Summary

Intern, Firmware Engineering with Western Digital. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Design, develop, test, integrate and maintain quality firmware for eHDD using best practices like unit test, CI (continuous improvement). Design and implementation of data structures, software algorithms, data path, and drivers for hardware cores using latest standards C++ and Python. Deliver cutting-edge storage products with SAS…

Key Details

  • Position / opportunity: Intern, Firmware Engineering
  • Organization: Western Digital
  • Country / coverage: Malaysia
  • Location: Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
  • Work arrangement: On-site
  • Opportunity type: Internships
  • Sector: Education
  • Compensation: Not specified
  • Duration: Not specified
  • Start date: 2026-08-06
  • Application deadline: Not specified

Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Design, develop, test, integrate and maintain quality firmware for eHDD using best practices like unit test, CI (continuous improvement). Design and implementation of data structures, software algorithms, data path, and drivers for hardware cores using latest standards C++ and Python. Deliver cutting-edge storage products with SAS, SATA, PCIE interfaces. Collaborate and design solutions for the challenging yet unique problems across hardware and software platforms, including servers, RAID, and various operating systems (Windows and Linux). Participate in planning and coordinating significant technical investigations from problem statement to conclusion. Creates design documents pertinent to the various phases of firmware development. PREFERRED: Familiarity with micro-controller architecture (ARM or ARC), embedded systems and RTOS desired. Knowledge in SAS, SATA and PCIE interface. Experience in the use of bus analyzers, emulators and other firmware debugging tools is a plus. Comfortable and enjoy working in a dynamic and ever-evolving environment. Be fun and enthusiastic teammate who enjoys challenges and celebrates successes. SKILLS Good command of English communication Possess data analytics skillset such as machine learning. Knowledge of C/C++, object-oriented programming, Python, data structures, and algorithms. Capable of quickly learning new firmware, hardware, systems, tools, and methodologies. Ability to effectively manage projects and tasks to deliver deadlines and commitments. High degree of problem-solving skills, solutions-oriented with a positive, can-do attitude. Excellent interpersonal skills, including written and verbal communication. Currently doing Bachelor in Computer Science, Computer/Electronics Engineering or equivalent required. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. WD thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution. WD is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at jobs.accommodations@wdc.com to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying. Notice To Candidates: Please be aware that WD and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying for a position or receiving an offer of employment. Should you encounter any such requests, please report it immediately to WD Ethics Helpline or email compliance@wdc.com .

Responsibilities

  • ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Design, develop, test, integrate and maintain quality firmware for eHDD using best practices like unit test, CI (continuous improvement).
  • Design and implementation of data structures, software algorithms, data path, and drivers for hardware cores using latest standards C++ and Python.
  • Deliver cutting-edge storage products with SAS, SATA, PCIE interfaces.
  • Collaborate and design solutions for the challenging yet unique problems across hardware and software platforms, including servers, RAID, and various operating systems (Windows and Linux).
  • Participate in planning and coordinating significant technical investigations from problem statement to conclusion.
  • Creates design documents pertinent to the various phases of firmware development.

Requirements / Eligibility

  • nted programming, Python, data structures, and algorithms.
  • Capable of quickly learning new firmware, hardware, systems, tools, and methodologies.
  • Ability to effectively manage projects and tasks to deliver deadlines and commitments.
  • High degree of problem-solving skills, solutions-oriented with a positive, can-do attitude.

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