Western Digital Technologies

Senior Director, Corporate Strategy

Western Digital Technologies • $175K — $210K *
San Jose, CA 95123In-Person
Enterprise Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 8-10+ years in top management consulting or in-house corporate strategy roles.
  • Experience in go-to-market, sales strategy, or commercial roles in data storage or adjacent infrastructure.
  • Deep domain experience in data storage or cloud infrastructure with tech fluency.
  • Proven track record in managing complex strategic projects from start to finish.
  • Strong quantitative analysis skills for high-stakes strategic decisions.
  • Exceptional financial acumen to assess business models and market dynamics.
  • Outstanding communication skills tailored for C-suite presentations.

Responsibilities

  • Define sales and commercial strategy for Western Digital's core HDD business in collaboration with commercial leadership.
  • Support strategic projects that enhance the core business across various dimensions, from technology assessment to supply chain optimization.
  • Build and articulate a comprehensive ecosystem strategy for various partnerships in the storage industry.
  • Evaluate and propose strategic partnerships, structuring deals with cloud providers and similar stakeholders.
  • Manage execution of high-priority projects, including go-to-market strategies and business model evaluations.
  • Translate long-term strategic priorities into actionable recommendations for the Executive Leadership Team.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to align strategies and drive critical business decisions.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work at the forefront of the data storage industry.
  • Engagement with senior leadership and direct influence on strategic decisions.
  • Exposure to a wide range of strategic projects and collaborations with multiple business units.
  • Collaborative work environment fostering cross-functional alignment.
  • Potential for career growth in a leading company within the technology sector.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Core Business Strategy
  • Define sales and commercial strategy for Western Digital's core HDD business in partnership with commercial leadership team to support long-term value capture for the business
  • Support broader portfolio of strategic projects that support Western Digital core business overall. Sample topics can potentially include ecosystem activation, technology assessment, vertical integration strategy, international opportunities, supply chain optimization, and more.
  • Build Western Digital's ecosystem strategy across hyperscalers, neoclouds, sovereign clouds, OEMs, system integrators, and cloud infrastructure software vendors; develop frameworks for how WD orchestrates its role in the broader storage ecosystem considering where to lead, where to partner, and where to enable to maximize value capture.
  • Evaluate strategic partnership opportunities with cloud providers, OEMs, system integrators, and ecosystem players; develop deal structuring frameworks and partner models.

Strategic Project Execution
  • Execute high-priority strategic projects end-to-end including go-to-market strategy, customer and partner frameworks, business model evaluation, and build-vs-buy-vs-partner assessments.
  • Translate long-term strategic priorities into decisions and recommendations that the Executive Leadership Team can act on.
  • Partner closely with GTM and commercial leadership to co-develop strategies that reflect real customer needs and market dynamics, ensuring strategic recommendations translate into commercial action.
  • Collaborate across Product, Engineering, Commercial, Finance, and Legal teams to align strategy with execution and drive cross-functional alignment on the highest-stakes strategic questions facing the company

Executive Communication
  • Deliver strategic briefings, deep dives, and recommendations on competitive dynamics, market trends, and long-term positioning for presentation to senior leadership.
  • Present to C-suite and Board audiences with rigor, clarity, and strategic conviction.
  • Serve as a trusted strategic thought partner to senior business leaders


Qualifications
  • Minimum 8-10+ years of progressive experience spanning top-tier management consulting or in-house corporate strategy and GTM/commercial leadership roles.
  • Required industry experience within a GTM, commercial, sales strategy, or related role at a data storage company (HDD, SSD, storage systems) or directly adjacent infrastructure company (semiconductors, memory, enterprise storage platforms)
  • Deep domain experience in data storage, semiconductors, enterprise/cloud infrastructure, or broader AI infrastructure with fluency in technical and commercial dynamics
  • Proven track record running complex strategic projects end-to-end, from hypothesis development through to analysis and recommendation, with output quality suitable for senior leadership / C-suite.
  • Comfort operating with quantitative rigor in ambiguous, high stakes strategic decisions.
  • Strong financial acumen with the ability to evaluate business models and market economics.
  • Exceptional strategic thinking and structured problem-solving skills.
  • Outstanding executive communication, including materials development, narrative crafting, and live presentation to senior leadership (C-suite and Board).
  • Proven ability to drive alignment and influence senior stakeholders.


Education
  • MBA or equivalent experience required.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Economics, or a related analytical field.


Additional Information

Based on our experience, we anticipate that the application deadline will be 10/06/2026 (3 months from posting), although we reserve the right to close the application process sooner if we hire an applicant for this position before the application deadline. If we are not able to hire someone from this role before the application deadline, we will update this posting with a new anticipated application deadline.

About Western Digital Technologies

Western Technology Investment is a venture capital firm that specializes in offering acquisition financing to revenue-generating firms. The firm provides debt and lease financing to venture capital backed technology companies.

Western Digital Technologies Careers

Join the innovative world of Western Digital Technologies, a leader in data storage solutions, where we are committed to empowering our global team of professionals. This is an unparalleled opportunity to advance your career with a company at the forefront of technological innovation and digital storage.

Work You’ll Do

At Western Digital Technologies, you will be part of a dynamic team that drives data innovation across various industries. Our commitment to excellence and leadership in the technology sector provides a unique platform for professionals to influence the future of digital storage and management solutions.

Explore Job Opportunities and Growth

Western Digital Technologies offers a variety of job opportunities that cater to a range of skills and experiences. Whether you’re looking for an entry-level position or a more senior role, our company is eager to support your professional growth through challenging projects and continuous learning opportunities.

Internship Programs

Kickstart your career with Western Digital Technologies through our internship programs. These positions are designed to give you hands-on experience and insights into our day-to-day operations, preparing you for a full-time role in our company. Interns at Western Digital Technologies gain invaluable industry knowledge, networking opportunities, and professional skills under the guidance of experienced mentors.

Benefits and Culture

We pride ourselves on a culture that fosters diversity, innovation, and leadership. Western Digital Technologies is dedicated to providing employees with a supportive work environment where everyone is encouraged to be their best. Our benefits package is comprehensive, including health, dental, and vision insurance, employee wellness programs, and significant career development opportunities.

Join Our Team

We are continuously hiring creative, curious, and motivated individuals who are ready to drive innovation in the technology space. Explore open positions that match your skills and interests on our careers page. At Western Digital Technologies, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Professional Development and Training

Advance your career with Western Digital Technologies through our professional development programs. We offer a range of training and development options, including leadership training, skills enhancement workshops, and diversity training sessions to help you grow as a leader and innovator in our industry.

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Learn more about Western Digital Technologies
Size
65,600 employees
Market Cap
$9.9 billion
Industry
Enterprise Technology
Net Income
$167 million
Founded
1970
5 Year Trend
-0.3%
Revenue
$16.3 billion
NASDAQ
WDC
* Ladders Estimates

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