Vice President Seagate Research

Vice President Seagate Research

9/2/26

Seagate Research is responsible for advancing the scientific discoveries, breakthrough technologies, and strategic capabilities that will shape the future of data. As Seagate's central research organization, the team drives innovation across fundamental science, emerging technologies, advanced manufacturing, and next-generation data solutions. Through internal research programs and external collaborations, Seagate Research creates new opportunities for growth, strengthens competitive advantage, and accelerates the commercialization of transformative technologies. Research focus areas include:

Device Physics Physical Intelligence and Robotics Data Security Advanced Manufacturing Technologies Edge and Mass Capacity Solutions About the role - you will:

Define and communicate Seagate's enterprise research vision aligned to long-term business, technology, and innovation strategies. Lead a global, multidisciplinary research organization focused on future technologies and emerging competitive opportunities. Govern a balanced portfolio of foundational research, strategic capability development, adjacent innovation, and commercialization initiatives. Establish portfolio roadmaps, investment frameworks, technical milestones, and review processes that drive disciplined decision-making and resource allocation. Translate emerging technological shifts and scientific discoveries into actionable enterprise priorities and investment opportunities. Advise executive leadership on disruptive technologies, emerging risks, strategic technology choices, and future growth opportunities. Drive the progression of research concepts from discovery through validation, prototyping, intellectual property development, business adoption, partnerships, licensing, or commercialization. Partner closely with Engineering, Product Management, Operations, Manufacturing, Information Security, Legal, Intellectual Property, Corporate Development, and business leaders to accelerate innovation adoption. Build and maintain strategic relationships with universities, research institutions, government agencies, startups, suppliers, customers, and industry consortia. Lead research planning and operational governance, including budgets, laboratories, equipment, staffing, partnerships, compliance, safety, security, and portfolio risk management. Champion intellectual property creation, protection, and strategic utilization. Develop and inspire a diverse, high-performing team of technical leaders, researchers, and innovators. Represent Seagate externally as a recognized thought leader and advocate for innovation in data, storage, and advanced technologies. About you:

You are a visionary technology leader who can translate long-range scientific possibilities into business value and strategic advantage. You bring deep technical credibility combined with strong commercial acumen. You excel at leading through ambiguity and making evidence-based decisions in highly complex environments. You are skilled at aligning technical, operational, and business stakeholders around transformational opportunities. You foster innovation through collaboration, inclusion, experimentation, and continuous learning. You are passionate about