Pure Storage is hiring: Hardware PCIe Engineer, Systems Engineering in Santa Cla

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

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Hardware PCIe Engineer to join our Datastore team. You will be a key contributor to productizing Pure's innovative, high-performance, and energy-efficient storage solutions. In this role, you will take ownership of the electrical design of PCIe interfaces for our SSD products and play a critical part in shaping the future of the data storage industry.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Drive Electrical Design and Validation: Own the electrical design of PCIe interfaces for SSD products and lead the validation and debug of PCIe Gen5 and Gen6 devices.
• Ensure Robust Performance: Conduct signal integrity (SI) simulations and collaborate with external partners on high-speed interface simulation, validation, and compliance activities.
• Troubleshoot and Resolve Issues: Partner with internal teams, external vendors, and Joint Development Manufacturing (JDM) partners to troubleshoot hardware issues, lead failure analysis, and conduct root cause investigations to support field and customer escalations.
• Leverage Automation: Use your scripting skills to leverage automation and AI to improve SSD design and validation workflows.

WHAT YOU BRING

• PCIe Expertise: A strong background in high-speed electrical design, PCIe fundamentals, and PCIe debug, including experience with PCIe Gen5/Gen6 devices.
• Hardware Design Experience: Expertise in hardware design and development, including schematic capture, PCB layout, and component selection.
• Proficiency in Testing and Simulation: You are proficient with PCIe test equipment (e.g., high-speed oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, BERTs) and have a strong understanding of signal integrity (SI) simulation tools and methodologies.
• Technical Acumen: Proven experience in validating hardware at electrical, SI, protocol, and functional levels, with a track record of using scripting languages like Python and BASH to automate workflows.

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:

$175,000-$263,000 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 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 TA-Ops@purestorage.com 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.