Pure Storage, Inc. is hiring: Hardware Engineer in Santa Clara

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

Hardware Engineer to join our Hardware Development team, helping shape the future of enterprise data storage. You will design, validate, and qualify cutting‑edge storage subsystems, collaborating closely with engineering, operations, and partners. Own key projects from concept to production, ensuring quality, reliability, and performance.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Participate in the entire hardware product development lifecycle, from initial design and documentation to validation, failure analysis, and sustaining engineering.
• Define, implement, and automate hardware validation and qualification tests for new storage subsystems.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to perform failure and root‑cause analysis and ensure seamless production launches and customer success.
• Develop and implement processes and best practices that promote a culture of quality‑by‑design.
• Design and execute server stress tests and qualify complex CPU subsystems and peripherals (DDR memory, LOM devices, SAS/SATA, PCIe, UPI, I2c, SPI, etc.).

WHAT YOU BRING

• Strong background in hardware design, including knowledge of x86 architectures and interfaces.
• Proven ability to qualify x86 hardware at electrical, signal‑integrity, protocol, and functional levels.
• Experience with Linux operating systems and proficiency in scripting languages like Python and BASH.
• Experience with high‑speed oscilloscopes, bus analyzers, and other lab equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously in a fast‑paced environment while collaborating effectively with cross‑functional teams.
• Primary in‑office environment; expected to work from Santa Clara, CA, unless on PTO, travel, or approved leave.

Salary ranges:

$175,000 – $263,000 USD

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US

• Pure Innovation: Celebrate critical thinkers, challenge lovers, and trailblazers.
• Pure Growth: Space and support to grow and contribute to something meaningful. Named Fortune’s Best Large Workplaces in the Bay Area™ and Best Workplaces for Millennials™; certified Great Place to Work®.
• Pure Team: Build each other up and set aside ego for the greater good.

We offer a variety of perks to manage a healthy work‑life 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 information, contact TA‑Ops@purestorage.com.

OUR COMMITMENT TO A STRONG AND INCLUSIVE TEAM

We’re forging a future where everyone finds their rightful place and where every voice matters. We are committed to fostering growth and development, cultivating a sense of community through 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.

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