Seagate Technology · 1 day ago
Senior Engineering Director - Data Creation and Networking
Shakopee, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$194K/yr - $289K/yr
10+ years expSeagate Technology is a leader in data storage solutions, and they are seeking a highly accomplished technology leader at the Senior Director level. The role involves leading multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions in photonics, robotics, and biochemistry, while also mentoring engineers and managing research portfolios.
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Responsibilities
Discover, design, and prototype photonics-enabled solutions for data storage and adjacent applications
Develop robotics applications that leverage Seagate’s expertise in mechanics, sensing, and storage technologies
Create biochemistry automation hardware (Lab-on-a-Chip) and developing novel biochemistry applications, intellectual property, and prototypes
Set technical direction, build credible prototypes, drive cross-functional research, and mature concepts along the Technology Readiness Level (TRL) pathway—from early pathfinding to product sizeable architectures
Lead and serve as the technical authority for a high-performing team of engineers and scientists within Seagate Research
Grow and resource the team to support selected strategic projects
Build strong, productive collaborations with domain experts across Seagate
Manage an external research portfolio aligned with the Data Creation and Networking Technology vector
Apply AI technologies to accelerate research and develop research technologies that support AI and emerging applications
Identify, frame, and prioritize opportunities in photonics, robotics, and biochemistry across data storage and adjacent domains
Develop and validate proof-of-concept prototypes
Guide internal researchers and external partners; publish results, file patents, and represent Seagate in technical and industry forums
Mentor engineers, establish best practices, and foster a culture of scientific rigor, innovation, and rapid learning
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated expertise in integrated photonics, robotics, and AI
Proven track record in prototype development and experimental characterization
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a collaborative mindset and excellent verbal and written communication abilities
Demonstrated leadership in multi-disciplinary programs, external partnerships, and IP strategy
Able to travel nationally and internationally
Systems thinker with deep, hands-on technical expertise, comfortable operating across fundamental physics, device-level implementation, and system-level constraints
Highly collaborative, with the ability to clearly communicate complex concepts to diverse audiences and influence cross-functional decision-making
Driven by curiosity, data, and measurable impact, and thrives in fast-paced, multi-project research environments
Preferred
Ph.D. in an engineering or scientific discipline with 10+ years of relevant industry and/or research experience
Benefits
Eligibility to participate in discretionary bonus program
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Short-and long-term disability
401(k)
Employee stock purchase plan
Health savings account
Dependent care
Healthcare spending accounts
Paid time off
12 holidays
Flexible time off provided pursuant to Seagate policy
A minimum of 48 hours of paid sick leave
16 weeks of paid parental leave
Company
Seagate Technology
Seagate is a data storage and hardware company that offers hard disk drives (HDDs), solid-state drives (SSDs), and other storage solutions.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4BKey Investors
ValueAct Capital
2025-05-12Post Ipo Debt· $400M
2025-01-30Post Ipo Debt· $1.3B
2023-09-08Post Ipo Debt· $1.3B
Leadership Team
Dave Mosley
Chief Executive Officer
Stephen Luczo
CEO
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