intern software engineering QA Engineer ic · Posted Jun 19, 2026

About this role

Western Digital is hiring a intern-level QA Engineer in the software engineering function based in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia. The posting calls out experience with Java, API Development.

Role
QA Engineer
Function
software engineering
Level
intern
Track
Individual contributor
Employment
Internship
Location
Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
Posted
Jun 19, 2026

Job description

from Western Digital careers

Company Description

At WD, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.

At our core, WD is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that—our technology helped people put a man on the moon and capture the first-ever picture of a black hole.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, HDDs, and platforms for business, creative professionals, and consumers alike under our Western Digital®, WD®, and WD_BLACK™.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest-growth organizations in the world. From enabling systems to make cities safer and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and hyperscale cloud providers, to meeting the massive and ever-growing data storage needs of the AI era, WD is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Together, we can build the future of data storage.

Job Description

  • Person will be responsible in system level design and development for PCBA Test operation.
  • Person will be responsible in debugging any system level failure to determine is an electrical, mechanical or software fault
  • Person will be responsible to update and upgrade the system to improve overall production capacity or quality in PCBA test operation.
  • Person will be responsible for robotic operation in WD environment.

 

This position is part of our Early Career program at WD. Our Early Career program is designed to support individuals beginning their professional career by providing the foundational training through a structured onboarding, mentorship, and development curriculum.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

  • Currently pursuing Bachelor's in electrical and Electronic Engineering or Bachelor in mechatronics engineering
  • Knowledge on mechanical design / development using solidworks and knowledge of statics and strain
  • Knowledge on PCB design and electronic principle and concepts
  • Knowledge on embedded system programming such as ARM/Microchip
  • Knowledge on JAVA/C++ programming and API communication
  • CGPA 3.8 and above

PREFERRED:

  • Have ability to use Solidworks design software
  • Have ability to use Altium PCB design software for electronic designs
  • Have ability to program ARM microcontroller using KeiluVision/ Microchip programming tool
  • Knowledge on using oscilloscope, bus analyser to debug and diagnose failures.
  • ROS2 and robotic knowledge is a plus

 

SKILLS

  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Highly motivated to continuous learn new technologies
  • High learning aptitude
  • Resourceful to overcome challenges.

 

Additional Information

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 jobs.accommodations@wdc.com 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 compliance@wdc.com.

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