Jeff Nowitzke

Jeff Nowitzke is a seasoned professional in the field of engineering with extensive expertise in software development and product management. Currently serving as the Principal SIT Tech Lead in R&D Engineering at Western Digital since January 2021, Jeff's prior experience includes a role as Principle/Senior Software Development Engineer at Dell EMC, where responsibilities involved leading a team integrating SAS storage devices for Dell Compellent Storage Center Array Products. Jeff's foundational career at Seagate Technology spanned from 1989 to November 2014 in various capacities, including Senior Staff Development Engineer, where contributions included developing SSD emulation platforms and driving enterprise SSD roadmap strategies through stakeholder engagement. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Augsburg University, alongside degrees from Normandale Community College and North Central Technical Institute.