# HR Business Partner– Product and Engineering at Western Digital

- Company: Western Digital
- What the company does: WD is building the infrastructure behind the AI-driven data economy. As AI scales, so does data. Every interaction, every model, every system generates data that must be stored, managed, and made accessible over time. That’s where we come in. Backed by Sequoia.
- Company website: https://www.westerndigital.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Principal and up
- Location: San Jose, CA
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-10-26
- Apply by: 2026-12-10
- Apply: https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/WesternDigital/744000157893434?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/western-digital-hr-business-partner-product-and-engineering/

## About the role

Come join the HRBP team at WD! As an HR Business Partner, you will provide strategic people consultation across our Product and Engineering organization in the U.S, and in partnership with leadership across the global organization. This role will own and drive the talent strategy for aligned client groups, translating business plans into talent, engagement, and organizational planning. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources or a related field, or equivalent practical experience, master's degree or relevant certification preferred
- 6-8 years of experience in Human Resources
- 3+ years of experience as an HR Business Partner in a complex organization, or relevant experience in HR or organization development consulting
- Experience coaching and influencing senior leaders
- Strong business acumen and working knowledge of Product and Engineering organizations, supporting technical organizations is strongly preferred
- Data fluency and the ability to translate workforce and people insights into clear, practical recommendations


Source: 1752vc Careers, https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/western-digital-hr-business-partner-product-and-engineering/