# Manager, Firmware Development 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: Senior
- Location: Rochester, MN
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-10-21
- Apply by: 2026-12-05
- Apply: https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/WesternDigital/744000156855049?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/western-digital-manager-firmware-development/

## About the role

The Manager, Firmware Development leads a team of firmware engineers responsible for the design, development, integration, debug, and delivery of embedded firmware for complex storage products. This role combines people leadership, technical judgment, execution discipline, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure high-quality firmware delivery aligned with product, program, and business objectives. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field, advanced degree preferred
- 7+ years of embedded or firmware development experience, with meaningful experience leading engineering teams
- 1+ years of people management or equivalent leadership experience, including performance management, coaching, and career development
- Strong technical foundation in embedded systems and firmware development using C/C++, experience with low-level software, device control, drivers, and hardware/software integration
- Experience leading teams through full product development cycles from concept through release and sustaining support
- Demonstrated ability to manage engineers with a broad range of experience and skill levels


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