WD
Western Digital Corporation (WDC) is a leading American data storage company based in San Jose, California. Established in 1970, WDC has evolved into one of the largest manufacturers of hard disk drives (HDDs), focusing on mass-capacity solutions. The company transitioned to HDDs in the 1980s and has since developed advanced technologies like UltraSMR (Shingled Magnetic Recording) to meet the growing demands of AI-driven data cycles. WDC serves a diverse range of customers, including hyperscalers, enterprises, cloud providers, and startups. The company emphasizes scalable and sustainable technology to support data capture, storage, access, and transformation. With a commitment to innovation and customer success, Western Digital continues to lead in the storage industry, providing essential solutions for modern data needs.
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WD went from 10,637 employees in Oct 2024 to 9,156 in Sep 2026. Apr to Sep 2026: 271 people joined, 124 left.
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WD FAQ
How many employees does WD have?
WD has about 9,156 employees, up 1.1% over the 3 months to Sep 2026.
What is WD's revenue per employee?
WD makes about $1.04M in revenue per employee, based on $9.52B annual revenue and 9,156 employees.
How much does WD pay?
6figr has 7 salary profiles for WD in the US and 3 in India, with pay broken down by role, level, gender and ethnicity on the WD salaries page. See WD salaries in the US
Is WD a public company?
Yes. WD is publicly traded under the ticker WDC on NASDAQ.
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