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At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that. Our technology helped people put a man on the moon.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately? You’ll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms. And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments? That’s us, too.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital®, G-Technology™, SanDisk® and WD® brands.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It’s You & Western Digital. Together, we’re the next BIG thing in data.

As a technical expert in NAND memory, ASIC design, flash storage & engineering development processes, you will play a pivotal role in driving the development and success of our product portfolio, leveraging your technical knowledge to provide leadership and guidance.

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Technical Product Manager with specialized expertise in NAND memory, ASIC design, engineering & Quality processes and flash storage technologies. In this role, you will serve as the technical leader for our consumer flash product portfolio, influencing the product roadmap in conjunction with the Product Management team to meet customer needs and stay ahead of the competition. Your deep understanding of NAND memory, ASIC design, engineering development & Quality processes and flash storage will be crucial in guiding the engineering, launch, and optimization consumer storage solutions.

Responsibilities:

1. Technical Leadership and Expertise:

• • Serve as the technical authority and subject matter expert in NAND memory, ASIC design, engineering and quality processes and consumer flash storage technologies, providing leadership and guidance to cross-functional teams.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements and industry trends in NAND memory, ASIC design, and flash storage, and assess their potential impact on our product roadmap and strategy.
  • Collaborate closely with engineering teams to ensure that our products leverage cutting-edge technologies, delivering optimal performance, efficiency, and reliability.
  • Collaborate with engineering to streamline and optimize product development and quality processes
  • Must be skilled at people management, across different regions/time zones, and have experience for developing internal product training materials and programs
  • Chip architecture expert including chip floor plan, signal plan, power plan, and design integration.

1. Product Roadmap and Strategy:

• • Heavily influence the product roadmap, aligning it with market demands, customer needs, and business objectives.
  • Conduct comprehensive market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities for product differentiation and innovation in our flash storage product lines.
  • Work closely with the product management team to translate next-generation technologies and new market requirements into a clear product strategy that maximizes the value of our storage offerings.

1. Product Development and Execution:

• • Collaborate with engineering to optimize the product development process, collaborating with cross-functional teams to define and prioritize product features, enhancements, and technical requirements.
  • Help drive the execution of product development projects, ensuring timely delivery, high-quality implementation, and adherence to project milestones.
  • Provide technical guidance and support to engineering and product management teams throughout the development lifecycle, addressing technical challenges and ensuring alignment with the product vision.
  • Build technical relationships with partners to help drive collaboration and definition of new product requirements.  Primary interface between partners and engineering when technical challenges arise.

1. Stakeholder Management:

• • Engage with key stakeholders, including executives, customers, partners, and internal teams, to understand their needs and gather feedback on product features and performance.
  • Communicate technical roadmaps, updates on partner/eng issues and release plans to stakeholders, ensuring alignment and managing expectations.

1. Product Performance and Optimization:

• • Monitor and analyze the performance of our storage solutions, leveraging your technical expertise to identify areas for optimization and enhancement.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to implement performance improvements, resolve technical issues, and ensure the highest level of product quality.
  • Continuously evaluate and iterate on our storage solutions based on customer feedback, market trends, and technical advancements in NAND memory, ASIC design, and flash storage.

• MS degree in Electrical Engineering, 10+ years of working experience in custom IC chip design.  
• In-depth knowledge of semiconductor analog and digital designs with good understanding in semiconductor device physics.
• 10+ years of experience as a Technical Product Manager, with a focus on NAND memory, ASIC design, engineering development, quality processes and flash storage technologies.
• In-depth knowledge and expertise in NAND memory technology, including various types, architectures, interfaces (e.g., SATA, PCIe), and performance characteristics.
• Strong understanding of ASIC design principles, methodologies, and best practices
• Strong understanding of the consumer storage market and consumer needs

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