Firmware Engineering Manager

Pure Storage•Santa Clara, CA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

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 Lead the visionary development of the Direct Flash Module (DFM) firmware, the core innovation enabling the world’s fastest and most reliable all-flash storage. You will own the strategic firmware roadmap and delivery, driving the integration of cutting-edge NAND and SSD technologies to maintain our competitive edge in enterprise storage. This is a high-impact leadership role requiring deep technical expertise and strong collaboration with Hardware, Purity Software, and NAND Engineering teams.

Requirements

Deep Technical Leadership in Embedded Systems: Proven experience leading technical teams in embedded software development or firmware management for complex, high-performance systems.
Expertise in C/C++ and Embedded Development: Extensive, hands-on knowledge of embedded system architecture, firmware design principles, and proficiency in C/C++ programming languages.
Fluency in Storage/Hardware-Software Interfacing: Strong understanding of hardware-software interactions, particularly within storage technologies, SSD controllers, or NAND flash media management.
Mastery of Agile Product Delivery: Track record of successfully managing the full product development cycle (PDLC) using Agile or Scrum, with demonstrated ability to define scope, manage dependencies, and deliver projects on schedule.
Exceptional Communication and Stakeholder Management: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively articulate complex technical strategies to cross-functional partners, including Hardware, Software, and Executive teams.

Responsibilities

Define and Execute the Firmware Strategy: Own the long-term product and feature roadmap for the DFM firmware, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives for performance, cost, and reliability of the FlashArray platform.
Drive End-to-End Project Delivery: Lead and manage the entire firmware project lifecycle, overseeing resource allocation, mitigating technical risks, and ensuring timely, high-quality delivery from concept through production release.
Cultivate High-Performance Engineering: Champion Agile development methodologies, optimizing team sprints, backlog management, and engineering processes to continuously enhance team productivity and firmware quality.
Grow and Mentor Technical Talent: Manage team performance and conduct regular 1-on-1 coaching sessions, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and professional growth for firmware engineers.
Ensure System-Wide Reliability and Efficiency: Guide the design and implementation of sophisticated NAND media management policies and low-level hardware interfaces, ensuring the DFM maintains its simplicity, high performance, and industry leadership in NAND adoption (e.g., QLC).

Benefits

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.

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