HDD Servo Processing Subsystem Architecture Lead
Core
Lead the US HDD servo firmware development team to define and execute the strategic vision for servo subsystem firmware architecture enabling next-generation HDD products with multi-stream data and multi-actuator control.
Role type
Senior Manager, Servo Firmware Architecture & Strategy
Builds
Scalable servo firmware platform for next-generation HDDs
Domain
Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Storage Technology / Embedded Real-Time Control
Required skills
Real-time control systems, FPGA/ASIC design, Digital signal processing, Hardware-software co-design, Multi-core computing architecture, C/C++ programming, SoC microarchitecture design, Cross-functional team leadership, Product development lifecycle management
Preferred skills
Servo control theory, MATLAB/Simulink, Multi-cluster orchestration, PhD in relevant field
Technologies
C/C++, MATLAB, Simulink, Renode, FPGA, ASIC, SoC
Responsibilities
Define coherent and scalable platform strategy balancing technical feasibility with economic viability; Collaborate with SoC architecture and manufacturing teams to implement real-time motion control and parameter management; Coordinate SoC microarchitecture decisions affecting servo compute; Own servo compute resource management and budgeting; Lead co-design of firmware platform architecture including core control-loop implementations; Drive evolution of servo firmware tools ecosystem; Communicate architectural trade-offs and strategic recommendations to senior management.
Seniority
Senior Manager, Strategic Leadership & Hands-on Architecture
