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As the Sr. Manager, Global Stock Plan Administration, you will serve as a functional expert for internal stakeholders (People Solutions (HR)/Compensation, Financial Reporting, Legal, Payroll, and Tax) on stock-based compensation matters and partner with these teams to identify, analyze and implement solutions in support of the company's equity compensation objectives. It's essential that the candidate possesses excellent communication and collaborative skills.  Additionally, due to the need for high accuracy and compliance with reporting and regulatory agencies, the role requires a focus on innovation, scalability, transformation, continuous process improvement, and attention to detail

Our global stock administration team reports within the Securities and Corporate Governance team in Legal.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the administration of company's stock incentive and employee stock purchase plans
• Manage complete cycle and reconciliations for global equity activity including account creation and updates, grants, award releases, bi-annual ESPP purchases/enrollment, etc.
• Ensure compliance with required U.S. federal, U.S. state and international reporting and regulations; monitor international regulatory and tax compliance. Prepare timely and accurate reporting and filings on the prescribed due dates
• Partner with People Solutions (HR) and Compensation, Legal, Financial Reporting, Tax, HRIS, Global Mobility and Payroll to ensure accurate and compliant operations, reporting, processes and integrity of our stock incentive and employee stock purchase plans
• Prepare and provide 1099-MISC reports for non-employee’s compensation income
• Coordinate with external technology, consulting, transfer agent, and broker vendors
• Provide equity award services and support to global plan participants through various means of outreach and education
• Track and update holdings for compliance with the company’s executive and director stock ownership guidelines
• Utilize previously acquired experience to become actively involved in day-to-day processes and procedures that meet audit standards in order to develop and maintain a plan for process improvements, including product and system enhancements and automation, vendor selection and management
• Manage reporting of stock-based compensation for financial reporting purposes, including, timely information to Finance stakeholders; account and outstanding share reconciliations; interact with internal and external auditors in support of monthly and quarterly review and audits
• Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley controls and initiatives
• Provide timely and accurate reporting and review to support Annual Report and Proxy Statement (i.e., tables relating to equity compensation)
• Ensure compliance with Section 16 reporting obligations including preparation and filing of SEC Forms 3, 4 and 5 via EDGAR
• Manage China SAFE filing and compliance process, including preparation of quarterly China SAFE filings reconcile China SAFE bank account, and application reviews
• Manage processes, filings and mailings in compliance with IRC § 6039
• Manage year-end statement mailings to participants
• Track and monitor share issuances under S-8 Registration statements
• Assist with any equity processing relating to M&A and spinoff transactions
• Manage processes related to and compliance of insider trading program and policies
• Assist insiders with 10b5-1 planning
• Provide support for ad-hoc reporting and analytics for stock-based compensation
• Keep current with regulatory, legal and other developments (e.g., SEC, FASB, IRS and non-U.S. tax rules and regulations) affecting the treatment of equity compensation
• Provide on-going direction and training

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge and experience in global stock plan administration including securities, tax, financial reporting and accounting laws and regulations. Payroll knowledge and experience is a plus
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in global stock administration with a global, public company
• Advance experience with Equity Edge Online
• Proficient with MS Word, MS Excel and their functions
• Ability to manage people, processes and systems to maximize effectiveness and potential
• Advanced analytical ability, attention to detail and strong organizational skills; ability to identify issues and provide solutions
• Understanding of entire equity process cycle including interdependencies between Stock Administration, Legal, Finance, Payroll, Tax and Human Resources
• Certified Equity Professional (CEP) designation
• Requires a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

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Western Digital is looking for an experienced Sr. Benefits Partner to be a key member of the  Benefits team, delivering excellent employee benefits services. This role will report to the Director of Benefits and will work closely with People Operations, People Team Partners, Payroll, Legal, brokers and vendors. The ideal candidate is a subject matter expert in benefits administration for health and welfare plans, retirement programs, leave of absence management, wellbeing programs, employee communication, governance, and compliance.

· Responsible for the administration and execution of  US and International Benefits programs. This includes health and welfare plans, retirement programs, leave of absence management, wellbeing programs, employee communication, governance, and compliance.

· Collaborate with key stakeholders to provide comprehensive and competitive benefits to meet the Company’s objectives and budget while meeting employees’ needs and income. Utilize data driven research and peer survey data to analyze emerging market trends, making recommendations to maximize the employee experience.

· Responsible for leave of absence program and vendor management and accommodation requests. Act as a point of contact for leave vendor, managers, HR, Legal, and Payroll throughout the duration of an employee’s leave. Work with leave of absence vendor, People Team Partners and Legal to streamline leave program processes.

· Provide guidance and training to People Team Partners for escalated employee benefit inquiries on the various benefit plans and programs.

· Support the payment process for vendors and insurance carriers’ billing, assuring accuracy and timely payment by third-party consolidated billing provider.

· Project manage all aspects of annual U.S. benefit renewals and Open Enrollment design, planning, communication, and execution to assure employee understanding and enrollment, with accurate and timely data transmission to brokers, insurance carriers and benefit vendors.

· Responsible for retirement plan administration including the Company’s 401(k) and Nonqualified Deferred Compensation Plans. Act as point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, lead communication and engagement efforts, ensure compliance with DOL/IRS regulations, perform audits and reconciliations and facilitate timely deposit of employees’ contributions to plans.

· Support benefit renewals internationally as assigned including but not limited to partnering with local stakeholders, understanding plan design trends and making recommendations as applicable, working with local brokers to renew, implement and communicate programs while recognizing budget parameters.

· Partner with the Director Benefits to review current business processes, make recommendations, and implement procedures to streamline Western Digital’s practices for efficiency and an improved benefits delivery experience.

· Responsible for annual compliance documents, tests and required regulatory filings (Section 125 testing, 5500 filings, ACA Filing, SAR, EDD and VDI, PCORI, ADP/ACP testing, etc.).

· Support employee wellbeing programs and events to boost employee engagement and raise awareness of wellness program offerings.

· Serve as backup support for the Global Benefits team; assist with special projects, as needed

Qualifications

Requirements:

· Minimum 8+ years Health and Welfare benefits and Retirement plan administration and design experience for US benefits. International benefit and retirement design and administration experience highly desired.

· Working knowledge of benefit compliance laws and regulations and high level of experience in Federal and State leave policies (FMLA, CFRA, PDL, ADA, etc.).

· Ability to multi-task and prioritize competing priorities in a fast paced, dynamic, and deadline-oriented environment is highly desired.

· Strong attention to detail for timely follow ups and accurate information.

· High standard of business acumen to handle sensitive and confidential data and information.

· Strong Workday HRIS system experience is highly desired.

· Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Google Suite +.

· Positive team player with advanced written and verbal communication skills, with a collaborative work style.

· Excellent planning, time management, presentation, organizational and interpersonal skills.

· Comfortable with flexible and dynamic environment with changing priorities.

· The position is remote with flexible working hours though ability to work outside of normal work hours required. .

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Overview

Western Digital (WDC) is seeking a strategic, results-driven, and influential Chief Procurement

Officer (CPO) to balance strategic and tactical execution of global, enterprise-wide strategic

sourcing business. In addition to the procurement function, the role will lead the global logistics

organization.

The Chief Procurement Officer will add value by reducing costs and through excellence in

procurement strategy development and implementation, supply-based management, supplier

relationship management, and transactional procurement processes.

This executive will develop long term sourcing strategies and actionable steps to improve

operational performance, while ensuring best purchasing value and competitive advantage

through the purchasing of capital equipment, direct and indirect materials, and services to

support businesses worldwide.

This leader will play a pivotal role as a strategic partner across all functions within the business

via the thoughtful analysis of suppliers, markets, and operations needs to support long-lasting,

agile supplier partnerships that enable business growth

Purchasing Organization

• Oversee and elevate the end-to-end procurement process including strategy, supplier

identification, sourcing execution, contract negotiation, delivery planning, procure-to-pay,

and ongoing performance management and improvement.

• Lead all categories within procurement structure: Both Product and Non-Product related.

• Act as the senior executive supplier contact point externally and internally. Responsible

for cross-business commodity coordination as required.

• Align Business Groups around the supplier strategy and supply base consolidation.

• Assess, develop and implement Purchasing outsourcing strategy.

Purchasing Performance Optimization

• Ensure the optimum Purchasing performance to achieve security of supply, quality, cost,

timing, environmental, safety, sustainability and technology requirements in line with

business objectives.• Ensure continuous delivery of double-digit annual purchasing savings through

aggressive cost innovation.

• Drive spend leverage for select direct material to realize significantly higher savings.

• Deliver committed Key Performance Indicators (e.g. savings and DPO).

• Prioritize data analytics to accelerate digitization of the procurement and supply chain

organizations to ensure stronger inventory management practices and provide accurate

forecasts to prevent shortages.

• Assess and improve current procurement center of excellence organization.

• Roll out global materials forecasts and drive material lead-time reduction programs.

• Manage and optimize supply base by rationalizing and implementing and managing

stringent procedures on supplier quality assurance.

Organizational Leadership

• Recruit, retain, and develop a global, culturally diverse team while driving a transition to

a new organizational model. Note, a large cohort of the procurement organization are in

Asia.

• Drive the implementation of Purchasing Contract Management, aligning processes,

master data management and negotiation time schedules.

• Improve knowledge management and contract templates.

• Continue enhancing the skill sets of the broad Purchasing organization, while coaching

and developing key individuals.

• Practice thoughtful succession planning and build a robust bench of future leaders.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

Global Procurement Leadership at Scale

• Has led a procurement function for a global division or enterprise with revenue of $10B+

and annual procurement spend of $5B+.

• Preference for individuals with prior CPO experience.

• Leverages people, process and technology to drive transformation. Has built/re-built

exceptional teams. Influential and able to manage stakeholders; can build a case for

change and gain buy-in from key stakeholders to ensure compliance.

Relevant Industry and Category Experience

• Experience with a vertically-integrated company with a portfolio of complex, highly

engineered products. Experience in a hardware technology company preferred.

• Comfortable leading direct and indirect procurement teams and sourcing relevant raw

materials to WDC. Ideally brings experience sourcing capital equipment.

Procurement Excellence:

• Deep understanding of procurement excellence: strategic sourcing, category strategy,

vendor economics, supplier management/innovation, and total cost of ownership in a

highly complex global organization.

• Experience relaying the value of a center-led procurement approach across an

organization and win the support of stakeholders.• Brings market intel and stays abreast of industry/functional/technology developments.

Has driven digital transformation by leveraging data analytics to drive improved visibility

and foresight into inventory and potential supply chain disruptions. Experience with

Procure-to-Pay platforms is desirable.

International Expertise

• Culturally dexterous with deep experience in U.S. and Asia markets with a track record

of managing global teams and suppliers.

Functional Leadership Responsibility:

• Strategy, Program Management and Operations

• Direct Materials

• Indirect Materials

• Logistics

• Digital Transformation

Critical Leadership Capabilities:

• Grows our Business – translates future possibilities into breakthrough strategies using

a balanced global view that leads the organization from inspiration to execution of

successful outcomes.

• Leads our People – creates an exceptional place to work that delivers excellence

through inspiring, coaching and engaging our people.

• Shapes the future – identifies what is next on the horizon, evaluates emerging

opportunities. evolves and reimagines more innovative ways to drive future success for

the business.

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This role is remote, but requires travel to Irvine, CA on an as needed basis.  Also, work hours will be Pacific Time Zone.

Job description

Senior Identity and Access Management Engineer with extensive knowledge and experience in multiple technical and administrative domains who will engage in architecture and solution development with peer IT organizations and various business partners throughout the enterprise. 

Western Digital’s Information Security organization seeks a well-rounded security practitioner with balanced technical, process, and communication skills. The area of focus will be Identity and Access Management (IAM), including various Microsoft products, multi-factor authentication (MFA), single sign-on (SSO), privileged access management (PAM), access authorization controls, cloud services access controls (SaaS & IaaS), mobile device management (MDM), and other related services. 

Broad knowledge of security principles must be combined with a practical understanding of computing systems across multiple operating systems, data storage, network controls, and fundamental infrastructure that’s typical within large global enterprises.   Because all engagements will require a close partnership with professionals across IT and relevant business functions, this position requires strong interpersonal skills along with outstanding verbal and written communication skills.

Qualifications

Required

• 5+ years of Information Security experience and 10+ years of technology experience
• Advanced knowledge of the following.
  • MS Active Directory, both on-prem and cloud/Azure, including all facets of authentication and authorization
  • Security controls for MS Office-365 collaboration products
  • Multi-factor authentication (MFA) infrastructure and services, preferably Duo
  • Single Sign-On (SSO) technologies and services, preferably Azure AD FS
  • Access and security controls for cloud infrastructure (IaaS)
  • Mobile device management (MDM), preferably Microsoft Intune
  • Privileged Access Management, preferably CyberArk
  • Certificate management, including Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) services and experience with HSM appliances and services
• Strong knowledge of security principles in all areas of IT infrastructure and workflows
• Proven ability to conduct security assessments of internal and external solutions
• Proven ability to author consumable reports of security findings
• Excellent interpersonal and professional relationship skills
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Advanced education in technology, such as Computer Science or Information Security

Also desired

• Ability to author or update code used for automation (e.g. PowerShell, API, RPA, etc.)
• Fundamental knowledge of VMware infrastructure virtualization and security
• Strong knowledge of computer, device, and IoT operating systems
• Understanding of infrastructure hardening requirements and implementation

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This position will support the technology used to enable collaboration across Western Digital.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Gather + document user requirements and coordinate solutioning with internal IT teams
• Provide operational support for the team across projects, support cases, and other efforts
• Provide technical support for global enterprise users, troubleshoot, and resolve issues related to M365 services
• Monitor and collaboration system environments and report on usage and health
• Create and maintain documentation related to M365 services, policies, procedures, and system configurations
• Responsible for delivering projects related to global collaboration across the enterprise
• Help establish best practices for global collaboration technologies
• Stay current with emerging Microsoft enhancements and new features
• Work collaboratively across various teams to deliver exceptional IT services

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

• Strong written and verbal English communication skills
• Independent worker and self-starter
• Proactive problem solver and excellent communicator
• Experience using Microsoft 365 applications with particular focus on Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive
• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or related field

PREFERRED:

• Smartsheet - Collaboration Work Management Platform experience
• Customer Service or Help Desk experience a plus

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The Senior Director of Fulfillment Operations is accountable for the company’s revenue attainment by ensuring product availability, compliance, quality, and on time shipment to all customers.

Specific responsibilities:

• Accountable for revenue maximization and on time shipment performance in all fulfillment locations, including Logistics Centers and VMI Hubs worldwide.
• Act as Order To Cash system architect and Business Process Owner (BPO), design and implement system solutions, and drive automations and enhancements in the entire ERP ecosystems.
• As key SOX control owner, refine processes to ensure compliance with relevant corporate policies and procedures.
• Provide guidance to strategic analyses and projects to achieve operation efficiency, cost and customer lead-time reductions.
• Lead cross-functional teams in RFP and define Statement of Work with logistics providers for outsourced fulfillment operations.
• Serve as liaison between various internal functional groups, including BU Sales, Marketing, Planning, Engineering, and Finance to design supply chain roadmaps and refine footprints to support business growth.
• Partner with Sales Operations to coordinate order prioritization and central revenue planning.
• Define technology roadmap and drive cost reduction initiatives and continuous process improvement to enhance operational efficiency
• Manage supplier relationships in a fully outsourced environment, own scorecard process and drive RCCA.
• Lead and enable customer success metrics for the various customer segments:  OEM, Retail, E-Commerce.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, or related field. MBA or relevant master’s degree preferred.
• 15+ years of experience in supply chain management, planning, or Logistics background preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to leverage data and insights to drive business outcomes.
• Experience with various ERP applications such as SAP, Oracle, Agile.
• Experience managing outsourced and/or internal fulfillment operations.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills, with a track record of building and leading high-performing teams.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Experience in project management, process improvement, and operational excellence methodologies such as Six Sigma.
• Experience in leading a global operations organization.

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Are you an advanced security architect who is passionate about shaping the future of information security at a Fortune 500 technology company?  If yes, we invite you to join our dynamic information security architecture team where you’ll play a critical role with technologies, processes, integrated solutions, and most importantly people across the enterprise!

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Information Security Architect with a profound systems-level understanding of how infrastructure, applications, and cloud services interact. This role places a strong emphasis on expertise in layer 7 network firewalls and associated capabilities. The successful candidate will possess exceptional communication and collaboration skills, enabling them to effectively tailor discussions to a diverse range of stakeholders. Your expertise and innovative thinking will directly impact the decisions related to the security of infrastructure and data. The Information Security Architect will be a key partner to various IT teams, including networking, data center/server, cloud, and will proactively engage across the enterprise, collaborating with business functions such as engineering and manufacturing. This role requires the ability to assess requirements and develop secure solutions that align with business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Architecture Design and Assessment: Develop a comprehensive systems-level understanding of the organization's infrastructure, applications, and cloud services. Design and implement robust security architectures that incorporate layer 7 network firewalls and related capabilities. Design secure solutions for complex environments that focus on workflow enablement and productivity.

• Network Firewall Expertise: Provide subject matter expertise in layer 7 network firewalls, defining strategies, configurations, and policies to safeguard against advanced threats and attacks.

Own the evaluation and approval process for network and firewall changes and exceptions

• Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate closely with cross-functional IT teams including networking, data center/server, and cloud specialists. Tailor communication to effectively convey security concepts to technical and non-technical audiences across the organization.

• Business Partnership: Proactively engage with business units such as engineering, manufacturing, and other functions to understand their security needs and challenges. Translate these insights into effective security solutions that align with overall business objectives.

Serve as the primary security partner for product engineering in the Americas, providing recommendations for foundational security practices.

• Security Solutioning: Evaluate business requirements and technical constraints to develop secure and innovative solutions. Ensure that security measures complement the organization's strategic and operational goals.

• Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Conduct security assessments and security architecture reviews to identify vulnerabilities and potential risks. Collaborate with teams to implement mitigation strategies and enhance overall security posture.
• Security Standards and Best Practices: Lead the development and maintenance of security standards, guidelines, and documentation related to systems architecture, network firewalls, and associated technologies.

• Continuous Learning: Stay up-to-date with emerging security trends, threats, and technologies. Apply this knowledge to enhance the organization's security framework.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. Master's degree is a plus.
• 10+ years of experience in Information Security Architecture roles, with a strong focus on systems-level understanding, layer 7 network firewalls, and associated technologies.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or related credentials are highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of network protocols, encryption, and security best practices.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to engage effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven experience in assessing complex requirements and translating them into practical, secure solutions.
• Familiarity with cloud security architecture and cloud service providers is advantageous.
• Knowledge of compliance standards and regulations (e.g., GDPR, NIST, ISO27001) is beneficial.

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As a member of the Global Payroll Services Team, this Payroll Leader manages and supports payroll for the Americas, consisting of the United States, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina and Canada. This role will lead the regional payroll team to execute accurate, timely and compliant payrolls all countries. Ensures tax and regulatory compliance. Responsible reconciliation of tax liabilities and other withholding tax in compliance with country and local regulations. This position is responsible for review, coordination and implementation of new processes and new systems in accordance with Global Payroll initiatives. Ensures administration of payroll policies, procedures and regulations. This position also works closely with Human Resources, Stock Plan Administration, Benefits, and reporting are compliant and correct. Leads a team of Payroll Specialists.

Key Responsibilities

· Owns the entire payroll process from start to finish, ensuring accurate, timely and compliant processing, delivery, and reconciliation of all payrolls.

· Leads regional Payroll team in processing multi-state US exempt and non-exempt payroll, including, processing new hires, terminations, stock income, fringe benefits, bonuses, etc.

· Oversees and ensures compliance in payroll tax and regulatory reporting, and year end payroll tax reporting.

· Reviews and performs all necessary approvals and controls.

· Partners with Internal Audit ensuring payroll meets all SOX and audit procedures are met.

· Manages in the development, implementation and maintenance of all payroll policies, procedures and regulations. Responsible for enhancements to payroll systems and procedures due to changes in local tax laws, regulations, company programs and policies.

· Works with accounting firm to support employees on international assignment regarding taxes.

· Ongoing identification of operational & regulatory risk, ensuring clear mitigation plans are identified, tracked and implemented

· Ensures high value customer service to employees.

· Consults and informs Global Payroll team for The Americas region.

Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in management, Human resources or related field.

· Minimum 8 years relevant payroll experience managing people, and overseeing large, multi-state/country payroll operation for a diverse population.

· Excellent analytical, problem solving, process mapping, project management skills,

· Highly proficient communication skills, both written and verbal.

· Demonstrate leadership in building teams, develops strong partnerships, high collaboration with cross-functional departments

· Experience developing and leading a Payroll function with a focus on process, controls and compliance.

· Experience in developing and enhancing internal process and controls to ensure function is operates effectively and efficiently.

· Expert knowledge in US tax regulations and reporting.

· Working knowledge of variety of system applications such as Workday, Ceridian Dayforce and/or various and Time and Attendance platforms in a multi-country model. Familiarity with complex HRIS system workflow

· Expert in Excel and experience with Microsoft office.

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Director of Sustainability Strategy will be responsible for leading stakeholder engagement and for driving forward Western Digital’s corporate sustainability strategy. This individual will collect, analyze and utilize data from stakeholders and other sources to support leaders and employees throughout the company on risks, opportunities and best practices in sustainability. They will lead the company’s public engagement on sustainability issues primarily through the annual sustainability report. The report requires managing regular materiality, climate, and human rights assessments. This role will also lead customer engagement, collaborating closely with teams in Sales, Investor Relations, Legal and Global Operations.  The ideal candidate will have strong communication and collaboration skills, and demonstrated experience serving as a strategic advisor to leadership on sustainability issues.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the company’s sustainability-focused materiality assessments and annual sustainability report
• Lead the company’s comprehensive sustainability strategy, based on materiality, direct stakeholder input, industry research and company priorities
• Lead Western Digital’s sustainability-related engagements with customers and oversee the company’s efforts to meet stakeholder expectations in sustainability
• Lead Western Digital’s sustainability-related outreach to investors and shareholders in collaboration with the Legal Department
• Act as a subject matter expert to advise functional leads at the company on best practices in sustainability and on possible initiatives in support of the company’s sustainability strategy
• Lead support the company’s public reporting efforts on sustainability
• Monitor and report on trends and developments in sustainability expectations and requirements
• Support compliance with sustainability reporting regulations
• Collaborate with government affairs team to determine implications of sustainability-related policies and regulations, and translate them to action plans for Western Digital
• Lead developing materials for communication of sustainability topics to internal and external audiences, working with internal teams to leverage strategic channels for communication
• Manage vendor relationships to ensure highest levels of performance and results

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree is a plus
• 10+ years related professional experience and a demonstrated record of success in a similar sustainability role, preferably at a technology, consulting, and/or manufacturing organization
• Strong project management expertise with proven skills to lead cross-functional projects and drive them completion effectively and timely
• Strong presentation and speaking skills, including the ability to respond to live questions with poise and judgment
• Demonstrated expertise in sustainability standards and frameworks, including GRI, SASB, TCFD, ESRS, and the Greenhouse Gas Protocol
• Proven ability to proactively build positive relationships and navigate organizational complexities; skilled at collaborating and influencing up and down the organization and across global sites
• Genuine passion for sustainability and a drive to make a positive impact through technology and innovation
• Experience building strong relationships within a team to facilitate a collaborative, trusting, and supportive environment
• Demonstrated ability to instill trust and develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders across multiple functional units and external vendors, suppliers, and strategic partners
• Deep and broad knowledge of general sustainability risks, opportunities, trends and standards impacting technology/manufacturing companies
• Demonstrated ability to inspire trust, confidence and excitement through effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Ability to learn from challenges and demonstrate resilience

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• Responsible for Western Digital Corporate Websites, globally,  and their related integrations
• Actively participate in Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) Processes and manage sprints for Website Development and Customer Journey & Personalization
• Analyze, Architect and design for content management system (AEM) including creatin of content models and schemas for content objects as per the requirements and guide the teams in development. 
• Develop and execute a comprehensive web content strategy that aligns with the company's goals and target audience
• Collaborate with the SEO team to ensure web content is optimized for search engines, driving organic traffic and improving rankings
• Lead and mentor a team of developers, providing guidance and feedback to create experiences for our customers.
• Conduct regular content audits and quality checks to ensure accuracy, relevance, and consistency.
• Resolve issues as per their criticality
• Release management and post-release issue management
• Analyze the performance of Websites and take necessary actions to improve efficiency
• Ensure all systems documentations & procedures are updated
• Provide system training to business users on the newly enhanced application as need
• Work with the architecture team and collaborate with internal IT teams and end users on projects/sprints
• Share Insights on industry trends and emerging technologies related to web content architecture and recommend innovative solutions to improve our online presence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of IT development experience
• Proven experience in web content architecture, content strategy, or information architecture, with a minimum of 7+ years in a similar role.
• Experience with Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) (CMS/Customer Journey & Personalization) 
• Attention to detail and a passion for creating well-organized, user-centric web content
• Experience working in teams with technical lead role and integration with other systems
• Knowledgeable and experience on Website Architecture and security aspects
• Understanding and working experience of Marketing processes and role of Adobe products. 
• Excellent debugging, troubleshooting and problem solving skills
• Good communication and team working abilities

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You are self-propelled to unlock the potential of data and drive a digital transformation with it. You are insatiably curious in discovering new ways to infuse data-driven decision making into a business. You are enthralled to solve complex problems such as using software solutions to digitize the capital allocation process for fab development at planet scale. You exemplify and continually strive to exemplify the best of your domain. You are a legacy builder who develops strategic assets that live and serve beyond you. You are a go-getter who thrives in a dynamic environment. If these represent you, then the Economics and Data Science department in the Flash Business Unit of Western Digital is looking for a Principal Engineer, Software Development, Full Stack. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Exemplify as a strong Full Stack Software Engineer for the Flash Business Unit.  

• Write efficient, reliable, maintainable, and defect-free code. Design and implement software to meet and exceed business objectives. 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and deliver innovative software solutions to address user requirements. 

• Participate and contribute to software development practices such as spec and code review. 

• Remain insatiably curious about emerging technologies and incorporate them into your software development practices. 

• Exhibit adaptability and flexibility in handling evolving project requirements and technology landscapes. 

• Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and decision-making capabilities to address complex technical challenges. 

• Proactively identify and implement effective software solutions to ensure project success. 

• Be a go-getter and be technically unbounded. 

Qualifications

Required: 

• Strong technical leadership in driving projects from start to finish and demonstrating the ability to lead a team in designing, architecting, and implementing application solutions for internal or external users. 

• Experience in Agile Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). 

• Experience in DevOps including developing and managing CI/CD pipelines. 

• Experience in developing application software through its lifecycle from use case framing, prototyping, development, and containerized deployment. 

• Exceptional ability to shape and share technical execution plans with stakeholders. 

• 5+ years’ experience in software development, algorithms, and data structures with a strong proficiency in one or more languages such as Python, Golang, Ruby, C++, C#. 

• 5+ years’ experience in web application development using cross-platform technologies, like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript (Vue, React, Angular) / TypeScript. 

• Experience with transactional databases such as MongoDB, MySQL, or PostgreSQL. 

• Experience with RESTful, GraphQL, or other APIs. 

• Bachelor’s degree, in Computer Science, or a related field. 

Preferred: 

• 8+ years’ experience in software design/architecture/development, algorithms, and data structures practitioner expertise in one or more system languages such as Java, Python, Golang, C++, C#. 

• Demonstrable catalogue of full-stack application development exhibiting necessary proficiency in paradigms such as microservices, containerization, synchronous & asynchronous messaging, event-driven architecture.  

• Master's degree, in Computer Science, or a related field. 

Skills: 

• Strong problem solving & decision-making. 

• Strong knowledge of web technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JS (Node.js, React, Angular). 

• Strong knowledge of system language such as Java, Python, Golang, C++, C#, Rust, etc. 

• Good software development, decision making, and adaptability/flexibility. 

• Working knowledge of data analytics, big data technologies, and ETL. 

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1. Work with contract manufacturer, ensure the Sip quality level by making sure the Sip manufacturing process is under control, quality systems are fully aligned, driving the continuous improvement of the manufacturing process.
2. Drive to details of the manufacturing process of contract manufacturer, such as  assembly, testing and packing process, to ensure the quality level of Sip products.
3. Work with internal cross functional groups, such as process engineering, products engineering, test engineering, equipment engineering etc., necessarily to resolve any problems from the manufacturing in a timely manner.
4. Support customer quality team, FAE team or sales team to resolve any customer issues or complains to achieve customer satisfaction.
5. Lead and manage the customer onsite audits, including preparation, internal pre-audit, present before customers, and follow up to close all the findings, ensure 100% success of customer audits.
6. Execute long term plans to meet quality goal.
7. Ensure internal business processes and quality metrics are aligned

Qualifications

1. More than 10 years of related experience in quality control area, covering from supplier quality, in process quality and customer quality. Hands on experience of quality tools such as SPC, FMEA, 8D etc.
2. Experience and knowledge in semiconductor industry.
3. Certified Six Sigma Black Belt and ISO System Auditor is an advantage.
4. Good experiences in Quality System Management, QA Engineering and QA Audit.
5. Visionary, aggressive, objective minded and results oriented.
6. Systematic with good problem solving, statistical analyst and project management skills.
7. The ideal candidate must have proven ability to achieve results in a fast moving, dynamic environment, must have excellent planning and problem solving skills with the ability to work in a fast paced but limited resource environment.
8. Good leadership, good communication skill, be able to interact with all levels of employee and stakeholder.
9. Good team player.
10. Be fluent in English.

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1. Meet quarterly assigned sales quota and objectives.
2. Facilitate indirect sales deals to online/offline resellers 
3. Drive market share growth in key market segments
4. Build and maintain close relationship with key partners and resellers, educating customers about products and promotions.
5. Work closely with authorized distributors to manage the channels,
6. Developing sales strategies on price positioning and sales programs to help channels hit their assigned targets
7. Work closely with the Channel and Digital Marketing team to create user demand/education/awareness

Qualifications

►  10+ years working experience within sales (channel/distribution/vendor) management, preferably experience in IT component industry

►  A degree and/or equivalent in Business Administration, Marketing, Sales or a similar field

►  Able to multi-task and work under pressure.

► Team player with strong initiative and willingness to learn new skills

►  Good analytical, communication and presentation skills

►  Travelling within the country should be expected as part of the job 

►  Experience in working within cross-functional international teams

►  Fluent in English (oral and written) is mandatory 

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Job Overview: The Senior Director of Product Marketing will play a pivotal role in driving the success of our flash storage products. This position requires a dynamic leader with a deep understanding of the industry, market trends, and technology, coupled with a passion for storytelling. The ideal candidate will lead the development of compelling marketing content and external assets, ensuring our products resonate with target audiences across various markets. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategic Leadership: 

• Develop and execute comprehensive product marketing content strategies that align with business goals and market opportunities. 
• Lead the product marketing content development team, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and excellence. 
• Stay abreast of industry trends, competitor activities, and technological advancements to inform marketing strategies and product positioning. 

Content Development: 

• Oversee the creation of high-quality marketing materials, including whitepapers, case studies, product brochures, presentations, and digital content. 
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent messaging and alignment with overall marketing and business strategies. 
• Drive the development of compelling storytelling that highlights the unique value propositions of our flash storage products. 

Market Analysis and Insights: 

• Analyze market data and customer feedback to refine product positioning and messaging. 
• Provide actionable insights to the product management and development team to influence future product innovations. 

External Asset Development: 

• Manage the creation and distribution of external marketing assets. 
• Ensure all marketing materials adhere to brand guidelines and effectively communicate our technology’s benefits. 

Cross-Functional Collaboration: 

• Work closely with the sales, engineering, and product management teams to align marketing efforts with product development and sales strategies. 
• Collaborate with the corporate communications team to ensure cohesive and impactful external messaging. 

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

• 10+ years of experience in product marketing and or engineering, preferably within the technology or flash storage industry. 
• Deep understanding of computer hardware, enterprise IT, or data center compute or storage products.
• Proven track record of developing and executing successful marketing strategies. 
• Passion for technology and innovation. 

SKILLS:

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for storytelling. 
• Strong leadership and team management abilities. 
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. 

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As an Information Security GRC Specialist, you will play a critical role in Western Digital’s information security risk management program.

You will a key member of Western Digital’s technology and security compliance programs that meet industry standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational objectives. You will lead Information Security Third Party Risk Program - develop robust risk management strategies, insightful metrics, and drive operational excellence. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, providing expert technology risk guidance and analysis to enhance our information security posture and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as leader and owner of the Third-Party Risk Program in support of WD information security and business objectives.
• Lead process analysis and improvement to ensure that efficiency and effectiveness of Third-Party Risk program, create and refine summaries, reports, KRI/KPI's and governance documentation associated with the Third-Party Security Program.
• Conduct technical security assessments of third-party vendor and services to ensure systems, networks, operations, business processes, and applications, information risks are identified and managed.
• Work with business units and the legal team to define security requirements and standards for third-party contracts.
• Collaborate across the organization to document and identify risk mitigation measures associated with third parties, including identifying back-up third parties, strength and/or maturity of the company, and other crucial factors.
• Act as a point of contact for internal and external auditors on 3rd party related audits for Technology, Security, Disaster Recovery related diligence.
• Develop and drive implementation of effective risk management strategies to mitigate identified risks, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Analyze security data to identify trends, vulnerabilities, and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors to facilitate security audits and assessments.
• Collaborate across the organization to ensure the integration of risk management practices into organizational processes and projects.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging threats, and best practices for information security and risk management.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or equivalent work experience.
• 8+ years of experience in information security, including risk management, risk assessments, reporting, and metrics analysis, and hands-on with at least one of the following:  security engineering, network security, identity and access management, security operations, and/or software development security.

• 3+ years of experience in technical roles, or similar technical proficiency required are highly desirable.
• Proficiency in risk assessment methodologies, tools, and techniques.
• Experience in conducting risk assessments, vulnerability assessments, and compliance audits.
• Strong understanding of information security frameworks, standards, and best practices (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR).
• Experience in generating and interpreting information security metrics and reports.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in building and maturing information security risk management practices.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, GSNA or similar are highly desirable.
• Technical certifications such as GCIH, GPEN, CEH, OSCP or similar are highly desirable.

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As a IT Developer, you will architect, code, test, debug, maintain, enhance, and install software product for new and ongoing business projects. You will collaborate with HR subject matter experts in requirements analysis, system design, and delivering solution to best support business needs. In this role, you should be highly analytical and able to understand business needs. Excellent communication skills and problem-solving abilities are essential.

• Responsible for the implementation and support of the company’s HR & Payroll application system.
• Participate in system design, writing and implementing efficient code
• Conduct and facilitates UAT and augmenting test scenarios to successfully test solutions and implement and monitor operational processes and provide ongoing operational support.
• Identifying areas for modification in existing programs and subsequently developing these modifications.
• Maintaining and upgrading existing systems
• Create technical documentation for reference and reporting

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in IT, Computer Science and/or equivalent. Work experience may be considered in lieu of education qualification.
• Minimum 15 years of experience working in user requirement analysis and software development.
• Excellent analytic skills with demonstrated understanding of the concepts and issues unique to the operational of HR functions and processes.
• Ability to troubleshoot an issue and provide expeditious end to end resolution for high impact issues.
• Possess strong technical knowledge in .NET-based architectures, and hands-on experience in programming languages such as C#.net, VB.net, HTML, XML, Java, JavaScript, API, MVC and SQL database.
• The ability to learn new technologies quickly.
• Good communication skills – both written and verbal.

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• Design, develop, troubleshoot, and debug software programs and interfaces for new and existing embedded products.
• Interact with a variety of tools and services such as compilers (ARC, GCC, Clang), build tools (CMake), system-level (Docker, Linux Kernel, Windows Containers, Kubernetes) as well as GitHub, GitHub Actions; to efficiently build, validate and release embedded firmware and software products.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with development goals and operational efficiency.
• Implement branching strategies and code review processes to enhance code quality and collaboration.
• Configure and maintain CI pipelines using GitHub Actions to automate the build and testing of firmware code.
• Work closely with development teams to integrate CI/CD best practices into the software development lifecycle.
• Optimize build configurations for performance and maintainability.
• Implement and maintain monitoring solutions using Splunk and similar tools to ensure real-time visibility into system performance.
• Develop custom dashboards and alerts to proactively identify and address issues.
• Leverage Python for automating routine tasks, deployment processes, and system maintenance.
• Implement IaC principles to manage and provision infrastructure resources efficiently.
• Collaborate with cloud providers such as AWS for infrastructure automation.
• Document and communicate DevOps processes, best practices, and guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a DevOps Engineer, preferably in an embedded systems and/or firmware environment.
• Strong experience with GitHub for source code management and GitHub Actions for CI/CD.
• Expertise in using C++ build tools.
• Solid programming skills in Python.
• Familiarity with monitoring tools such as Splunk, Grafana, CloudWatch.
• Experience in Containerization and Kubernetes is preferred.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms and infrastructure as code (IaC) principles is preferred.

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The Western Digital Corporate Marketing/Strategic Communications team is looking for an experienced, passionate, technology-focused PR Manager to join our global team. The ideal candidate will bring enthusiasm and a solid background in consumer product and B2B PR/communications. Specifically looking for someone with a range of tech experience that includes developing effective strategies for industries including gaming, PC/OEM technology, security, surveillance and automotive.   In this role, you will be responsible for driving product communications with an emphasis on PR strategy and planning for the company’s industry-leading technologies and products.

Through storytelling, trend pitching, product reviews, partner collaborations and more, this role offers a great opportunity to work as part of a collaborative global team that is focused on driving awareness for Western Digital’s broad range of solutions targeting B2B and B2C audiences. Must be a team player who is adaptable and a confident communicator.  You will report to the Director of Strategic Communications. 

Responsibilities

• Drives the PR strategy for Western Digital technologies and solutions, including business and consumer segments.
• Closely collaborates with product marketing, product management and social media teams to align on business goals, content and campaigns.
• Writes and edits press releases, media alerts, storylines/pitches, internal communications, contributed/sponsored articles, online communications and other related documents.
• Partners with global PR teams to manage PR events and activities.
• Possesses and maintains strong relationships with tech and consumer media and beat reporters at top tier media outlets.
• Manages outside agencies to execute PR programs.
• Manages inbound media inquiries, creates media opportunities, and works with public relations agencies to earn favorable stories in the press.
• Maintains/manages distribution of product seeding/samples for North American press.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with 8+ years of related experience in public relations; PR agency experience a must.
• Expertise in B2B/B2C product PR with strong media skills and established industry relationships.
• Ability to lead media strategy/PR campaigns for new technology and products.
• Experience with proactive and/or seasonal pitch campaigns, sponsored articles, and product reviews.
• Agency management experience.

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The communications specialist for Brazil will be responsible for the implementation of external communications strategies for Western Digital’s B2C and B2B brands in the country. This will include PR activity around company news and product launches, thought leadership campaigns, influencer marketing, social media management & campaigns and support of events within the region. This role is critical to the ongoing success of the organization in Brazil and will be based out of Western Digital’s offices in the country, located in São Paulo

Covering earned media (PR), social media, influencer marketing, events and sponsored content, with involvement in wider integrated campaigns, this role will work closely with the Regional Communications Lead and will also work closely with local marketing teams on product launches and campaign support. The role also requires close cooperation with key regional stakeholders in channel and product marketing and sales.

Responsibilities will also include assisting the Regional Communications Manager on the strategic direction of communications activities as well as managing social content development and detailed reporting. Frequent travel within the region and infrequent international travel may be expected, depending on environmental factors. Fluency in Portuguese and English is required. Spanish preferred but not mandatory.

Primary functions

• Work with regional communications, marketing and sales leads to deliver regional PR and integrated communications programs and campaigns across earned and paid media.
• Support a reviews and awards programme for our consumer products across all Western Digital brands.
• Contribute to and implement regional communications plans.
• Manage and assist in regionalizing and distributing product and company news.
• Local social media management (using agency support where appropriate).
• Manage 1-2-1 relationships with key media and influencers.
• Manage communications around key trade events in region.
• Execute creative campaigns for momentum media activity outside main news cycle.
• Support local marketing activities where required.
• Work closely with key regional contacts and act as a trusted advisor on all things communications.

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing or related field of study.
• 5+ years of related professional experience within a public relations, communications or marketing function, whether in an international company or in PR agency, preferably related to tech industry.
• Understanding of Western Digital’s strategic and competitive position together with a deep comprehension and interest in new technologies.
• Ability to gracefully handle multiple projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Exceptional communications, writing and presentation skills.
• Metrics based approach and strong commercial acumen.
• The ability be able to interface with stakeholders at all levels, across departments and geographies and act as an advisor to senior leadership.
• Team player with excellent listening skills and diplomacy.
• Outstanding judgement and creative problem-solving skills.
• Fluency in Portuguese and English. Spanish preferred but not mandatory.

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The Global Trade Compliance Program Manager will be responsible for supporting the business throughout the APAC region to manage the regional Global Trade Compliance program and oversee its refinement throughout the region.  This position will report to the Director of Import Compliance within the Ethics & Compliance team in the Legal Department and will join a close knit team of trade professionals around the globe.

In this role, you will:

• Develop and drive strategic direction for trade compliance policies and strategies in the APAC region
• Assist in managing region-specific trade compliance procedures and SOP’s
• Conduct trade compliance audits, identify potential trade compliance risks, and drive corrective actions to improve compliance
• Support our global and APAC trade compliance program and initiatives, including by managing local compliance and filings
• Provide guidance to in-country teams for complying with WDC Global Trade Compliance policies (import and export) and other trade regulations
• Monitor, report on, and develop strategies for navigating local and global trade regulations and developments impacting the region in collaboration with global trade compliance colleagues and other stakeholders
• Assist with deployment of global Ethics & Compliance and trade compliance initiatives, communications, and trainings, third party/sanction screenings and reviews, and promote a business culture of trade compliance and ethics
• Respond to escalations of Customs issues and export/sanction screenings

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in trade compliance roles, preferably with a technology/manufacturing company, with APAC regional (China, Thailand, Malaysia, etc.) customs experience
• Strong knowledge of Customs regulatory tenants (tariff classification, customs valuation, and country of origin)
• University degree or relevant certification
• Excellent communication skills (including verbal and written English), strong analytical and quantitative skills with attention to detail
• Strong business background, including history of translating trade compliance regulations to sustainable business process
• Experience advising colleagues in the navigation of complex trade issues
• Experience working cross-functionally with various stakeholders including engineering and R&D teams
• Has delivered results for functional leaders on multiple projects and has the skills to lead projects and complete tasks independently
• Able to work cross-functionally and collaboratively with strong customer focus
• Action- and results-oriented
• Compliance First mindset
• Resilient and able to quickly adjust priorities to meet business needs
• Nimble learner and quick to learn new and different technologies and stay abreast of emerging technologies
• Experience with import licensing programs such as LMW and/or export/sanctions regulations of the U.S. and other jurisdictions a plus

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