Principal Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineering
Western DigitalShanghai, China
Posted February 5, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Western Digital is a leading provider of data storage solutions, specializing in big data, cloud storage, and enterprise-grade products such as HDDs and NVMe drives. The company offers comprehensive services including backup recovery, virtualization, and software solutions for businesses of all sizes. With a focus on innovation and scalability, Western Digital empowers hyperscalers, enterprises, and cloud providers to manage their data efficiently.
Job Description
We are looking for a Principal Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineering to join our team in Shanghai, China. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for leading system-level diagnostics for HDD functional, electrical, mechanical, firmware, and host-interaction issues.
Requirements
- BS/MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or related field
- 12+ years experience and recognized expertise in HDD system debugging, qualification, and architecture-level influence
- Strong ability to isolate complex system-level issues involving firmware, mechanics, electronics, and host interactions
- Experience with SAS/SATA protocol analyzers, signal integrity tools, performance profiling, environmental stress testing, or HDD diagnostic instrumentation
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; Mandarin strongly preferred for customer engagement
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Benefits package
- Opportunities for career growth and development
- Diverse and inclusive work environment