Staff Engineer, Hardware Development Engineering
Core
Data-driven characterization engineer analyzing HDD recording head test data to identify patterns, anomalies, and risks for next-generation HAMR drives.
Role type
Staff Engineer, Hardware Development Engineering (Data Analysis & Characterization)
Builds
Insights for HDD head design, process teams, and early-stage feasibility projections.
Domain
Storage hardware (HDD) / Data Analysis / Characterization Engineering
Deliverable
dashboards & analysis
Required skills
HDD head characterization, Data analysis (JMP, Minitab, Excel), DOE & RCA, Data normalization, Failure analysis, Python/SQL/R, Pattern recognition
Preferred skills
AI/ML tools for automation, Power BI/Tableau, Cross-functional collaboration
Technologies
JMP, Minitab, Excel, Python, SQL, R, Power BI, Tableau
Responsibilities
Analyze recording head component test results to identify behavioral patterns and anomalies; Develop data stitching/normalization workflows; Evaluate feasibility of characterization parametrics for early-stage projections; Provide proactive risk identification for go/no-go decisions; Support root cause determination for component anomalies; Automate analysis pipelines using AI/ML tools.
Seniority
Staff, Early Career Program
