Hardware Lead Engineer, Hyperscale Line of Business at Purestorage

We’re in an unbelievably exciting area of tech and are fundamentally reshaping the data storage industry. Here, you lead with innovative thinking, grow along with us, and join the smartest team in the industry. This type of work—work that changes the world—is what the tech industry was founded on. So, if you're ready to seize the endless opportunities and leave your mark, come join us. THE ROLE The Pure Engineering Team builds the industry’s most innovative, high-performance, and highly available portfolio of products that are designed for the most demanding mission critical applications. While we deliver a hardware storage array, over 90% of our engineering staff are software engineers. Our customers are the most important part of our business and they love FlashArray for its simplicity of management, the constant flow of new and exciting upgrades, and ability to live on the cutting edge of technology while never taking downtime, ever. These new innovations enable our customers to leverage the agility of the public cloud for both traditional IT and cloud-native applications. WHAT YOU'LL DO • Responsibilities include plan, lead, implement, debug HW design and qualification projects. • Help debug testbeds and HW related escalation both internal and external • Participation in all phases of the product development cycle including design, documentation, eDVT, FA and support for custom HW design • Define, implement and automate HW validation and qualification tests • Strong understanding of X86 architecture and proven design track record • Solid understanding of Major Bus technology SAS/SATA, PCIe, UPI, Serial Busses (I2c, I3c, SPI, SVID, etc.) • Solid understanding and ability to analyse high speed signals and comfortable with High Speed Oscilloscopes, bus analyzers (getting trace capture and perform analysis) • Analysis and review of device and system-level power regulators, PWM selection & design, cooling and electrical (SI) functionality • Improve design and qualification processes to enhance efficiency, consistency, and product robustness • Setting up and running stress tests including industry standard tools : PTU, Mprime, Iometer, LinPack, etc. • Qualification of CPU subsystems including DDR4/5 memory, PCIe cards (Fiber Channel, ISCSI, SAS, etc.), PCH chipsets, BMC, LOM, and peripherals • Work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, Mfg. Test, and support to introduce new storage subsystems into production • Perform failure and root cause analysis activities in support of system hardening efforts and customer escalations • Provide guidance and mentoring to other team members WHAT YOU BRING • 8+ years in x86 and storage related HW development and qualification • B.S. Electrical or Computer Engineering (M.S. is a plus) • Experience working at enterprise data storage system companies or server companies preferred • Strong knowledge of hardware design, x86 architectures and interfaces. Ability to qualify x86 hardware at the electrical, SI, protocol and functional levels • Strong knowledge of selecting x86 subcomponents, NVMe drives, Power supplies ( AC & DC), and discrete power circuits • Experience planning, implementing and automating HW qualification processes • Strong experience with scripting languages (i.e. Python, BASH, etc) and test development • Understand Verilog and CPLD design background • Work with diagnostics engineers by providing direction and reviewing test plans to ensure proper coverage • Detail oriented, analytical, process savvy, and customer focused yet flexible and adaptable to business needs • Highly self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced, technical development environment • Experience working in and leading cross-functional teams • High level of teamwork and collaboration skills • Ability to operate in a fast-paced changing business environment • Strong verbal and written communication skills • We are primarily an in-office environment and therefore, you will be expected to work from the Santa Clara, CA office in compliance with Pure’s policies, unless you are on PTO, or work travel, or other approved leave. #LI-ONSITE Salary ranges are determined based on role, level and location. For positions open to candidates in multiple geographical locations, the base salary range is reflective of the labor market across the applicable locations. This role may be eligible for incentive pay and/or equity. There is no application deadline and we accept applications on an ongoing basis until the job is filled. The annual base salary range is: $180,000—$270,000 USDWHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US: • Pure Innovation: We celebrate those who think critically, like a challenge and aspire to be trailblazers. • Pure Growth: We give you the space and support to grow along with us and to contribute to something meaningful. We have been Named Fortune's Best Large Workplaces in the Bay Area™, Fortune's Best Workplaces for Millennials™ and certified as a Great Place to Work®! • Pure Team: We build each other up and set aside ego for the greater good. And because we understand the value of bringing your full and best self to work, we offer a variety of perks to manage a healthy balance, including flexible time off, wellness resources and company-sponsored team events. Check out purebenefits.com for more information. ACCOMMODATIONS AND ACCESSIBILITY: Candidates with disabilities may request accommodations for all aspects of our hiring process. For more on this, contact us at [Upgrade to PRO to see contact] if you’re invited to an interview. OUR COMMITMENT TO A STRONG AND INCLUSIVE TEAM: We’re forging a future where everyone finds their rightful place and where every voice matters. Where uniqueness isn’t just accepted but embraced. That’s why we are committed to fostering the growth and development of every person, cultivating a sense of community through our Employee Resource Groups and advocating for inclusive leadership. Pure is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other characteristic legally protected by the laws of the jurisdiction in which you are being considered for hire. JOIN US AND BRING YOUR BEST. BRING YOUR BOLD. BRING YOUR FLASH.