Lead Hardware Engineer, FlashBlade//EXA

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

As a Lead Hardware Engineer for the FlashBlade//EXA Business Unit, you will architect the hardware foundation for exascale storage solutions powering the global AI revolution. You will serve as a high-impact technical lead, bridging the gap between customer requirements and complex product execution alongside our strategic ODM/JDM partners. This is a high-visibility role where you will influence the design trajectory of energy-efficient systems and mentor cross-functional teams to deliver industry-defining solutions.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Drive Hardware Strategy and Lifecycle: Work closely with our architects to orchestrate the end-to-end selection, validation, and productization of storage sub-systems, ensuring our platforms meet the rigorous demands of exascale and AI workloads through expert-level qualification standards.

• Lead Technical Resolution and System Hardening: Lead root-cause analysis efforts for complex hardware escalations and testbed failures, and coordinate analysis efforts at our external partners to support system hardening and customer needs

• Architect Validation Frameworks: Design and implement sophisticated, automated hardware validation ecosystems that redefine how we evaluate partner designs, significantly accelerating time-to-market while maintaining uncompromising quality.

• Collaborate and Influence at Scale: Act as the primary technical liaison between Engineering, Product Management, Operations, and Manufacturing to integrate next-generation sub-systems into the Everpure portfolio, guiding external vendors from initial concept through sustained production.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Technical Leadership in x86 Architectures: Mastery of hardware design and x86 architectures, with a proven ability to lead the qualification of high-speed interfaces, signal integrity, and functional protocols at an enterprise level.

• Strategic Hardware Development: Demonstrated success in architecting and automating large-scale hardware qualification processes, specifically for x86 subcomponents, NVMe storage, and complex power delivery systems.

• System Integration Expertise: Deep technical command of rack-scale integration, including high-speed networking fabrics and power distribution, to ensure seamless interoperability within massive, complex data center environments.

• Advanced Automation and Scripting: Proficiency in Python and BASH to build scalable, intelligent test frameworks that streamline engineering workflows and reduce manual intervention.

• Cross-Functional Execution: A track record of directing multi-disciplinary teams and vendors to deliver enterprise-grade products, showing an ability to balance technical excellence with operational and business constraints.

• 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.

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:
$211,000—$350,000 USD

WHAT 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 Workplaces in Technology™, Fortune's Best Workplaces in the Bay Area™, 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 [email protected] 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.

Everpure is proud to be an equal opportunity 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.

Pure and simple.