Technologist, Field Applications Engineering Sales

**Overview:** Western Digital is a leading global storage solutions company that empowers people to achieve extraordinary things by harnessing the power of data. We are seeking a highly skilled Field Applications Engineer to join our dynamic team in San Jose, United States. In this role, you will be the technical bridge between our cutting-edge products and our valued customers, leveraging your engineering expertise to provide exceptional technical customer support. **Responsibilities:**

• Collaborate with the sales team to identify and qualify new business opportunities
• Conduct technical presentations and product demonstrations resolve problems
• Provide expert technical guidance and support throughout the sales cycle
• Analyze customer requirements and develop tailored presentations to related to their use case(s)
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues and provide timely resolutions
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies to maintain a competitive edge
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key customers and industry partners
• Contribute to product development by providing market feedback and customer insights
• Travel to customer sites within the United States as needed (typically once per month)
• *Qualifications:**
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Computer, or related field)
• 5+ years of experience in field applications engineering or technical sales
• Strong technical knowledge in relevant engineering fields
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
• Proven track record of successful customer engagements and sales
• In-depth knowledge of industry-specific technologies and trends
• *Benefits:**
• Competitive salary range based on experience and qualifications
• Comprehensive package of benefits including paid vacation time, paid sick leave, medical/dental/vision insurance, life, accident and disability insurance
• Tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Employee assistance program
• Other voluntary benefit programs such as supplemental life and AD&D, legal plan, pet insurance, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity
• Tuition reimbursement
• Transit
• The Applause Program
• Employee stock purchase plan
• The Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan