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Job Summary

We are seeking motivated and innovative Application Software Developers to support the development of modern software solutions for manufacturing and business applications. The role involves designing, developing, testing, and supporting scalable applications, APIs, and services while working closely with cross-functional engineering teams. Candidates with strong software engineering fundamentals and an interest in data-driven applications are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance application software, APIs, and microservices using modern programming languages and frameworks
• Write automated tests and contribute to CI/CD pipelines to support reliable software delivery
• Troubleshoot software defects and performance issues using debugging and monitoring tools
• Collaborate with product, engineering, and cross-functional teams to implement technical solutions
• Create and maintain technical documentation including design documents and API references
• Support applications that process, integrate, or utilize operational and analytical data

Skill Areas

1. Software Design Fundamentals
2. API Development
3. Testing & Quality
4. CI/CD Familiarity
5. Performance Awareness
6. Cross-Functional Collaboration
7. Documentation & Learning Agility

Qualifications

Masters in Computer Science , Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience) or Masters in Computer Science preferred.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
• 0–2 years of experience or relevant academic/project experience
• Knowledge of object-oriented programming and software design principles
• Experience with programming languages such as C#, Java or Python
• Familiarity with APIs, databases, software testing, and CI/CD concepts
• Basic understanding of data processing or data-driven applications
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills
• Passion for learning new technologies and engineering practices

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with cloud platforms, container technologies, or DevOps tools
• Exposure to Agile software development practices
• Understanding of analytics, manufacturing systems, or enterprise applications is a plus

WD is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person’s gender identity, gender expression, and gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person’s assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal” poster. Our pay transparency policy is available here.

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 [email protected] 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.

Based on our experience, we anticipate that the application deadline will be 8/1/26, although we reserve the right to close the application process sooner if we hire an applicant for this position before the application deadline. If we are not able to hire someone from this role before the application deadline, we will update this posting with a new anticipated application deadline.

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 [email protected] 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 [email protected].