Job Details

About our group:

The Materials Science Lab at Seagate Recording Media in Fremont is a state‑of‑the‑art laboratory equipped with numerous advanced characterization instrumentation. The chemical and materials team specializes in the detection of trace compounds, identification of unknowns, and testing of the media interface. As part of the product development team, our goal is to understand and evaluate the risks associated with new media designs and media processes.

About the role – you will:

• Design and execute tests on a variety of sample types to identify materials, quantify key parameters, and detect structural or compositional changes.
• Analyze and communicate results through clear, data‑driven reports and presentations.
• Interpret findings within the broader context of the project or system under evaluation, connecting test data to overall performance or quality objectives.
• Develop and maintain expertise in analytical instrumentation, including troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and method development for future testing.

About you:

• Proficient in hands‑on analytical techniques, with a practical understanding of laboratory tools and instrumentation.
• Able to synthesize complex information, integrating multiple data sources to form clear conclusions.
• Strong in critical thinking, technical writing, and presentation skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Collaborative and self‑motivated, contributing positively to team objectives while driving independent progress.

Your experience includes:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, or Chemical Engineering and 5+ years of experience, or Master's degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, or Chemical Engineering and 3+ years of experience, or Ph.D. in Chemistry, Materials Science, or Chemical Engineering and 0+ years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Hands‑on experience with lab equipment like GC‑MS, LCMS, ICPMS, GPC.

You Might Also Have:

• Experience with statistical analysis software and coding or scripting for data processing or automation.
• Familiarity with advanced analytical instrumentation such as SEM/EDX, TOF‑SIMS, or ESCA.

Location:

Our Gold LEED‑certified Fremont product‑design campus drives innovation, bringing together a diverse set of engineering, design, operations, support and administrative teams. The site is equipped with state‑of‑the‑art clean room and lab space. On‑site social activities are popular, including our annual BBQ, ice cream social, and holiday events. Wellness programs, gaming rooms and the on‑site fitness center help round out and balance your Seagate work‑life experience, along with opportunities to give back to our local community.
Location: Fremont, USA – Research Center
Travel: None

Benefits:

The estimated base salary range for this position is $109,241.60 – $156,201.70. Seagate offers comprehensive benefits to its eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in discretionary bonus program, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, short‑and long‑term disability, 401(k), employee stock purchase plan, health savings account, dependent care, and healthcare spending accounts. Seagate also offers paid time off, including 12 holidays, flexible time off, a minimum of 48 hours of paid sick leave, and 16 weeks of paid parental leave. The benefits for this position are based on a full‑time schedule for a full calendar year and may differ depending on work location.

About Us:

With more than four decades of storage innovation, Seagate empowers humanity to thrive in the data age and helps people and businesses navigate the ever‑expanding data landscape. We craft precision‑engineered, cutting‑edge solutions that help the world store and manage exponential data growth.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Seagate is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, military and veteran status, or other status protected by applicable law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Seagate will provide reasonable accommodation with the application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at ...@seagate.com. All Seagate jobs will remain open for a minimum of seven days.