Platform Software Manager, Systems Engineering

Pure Storage • Santa Clara, CA

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About The Position

Join our Systems Software Group to lead a team building the foundation for the industry's most innovative, high-performance, and highly available storage portfolio. You will own the development of core platform software, driving execution on projects that integrate cutting-edge Linux kernel and NVMe fabric technologies. This role is key to delivering the simplicity and continuous innovation our customers love about FlashArray.

Requirements

• Proven experience managing a technical team (3+ years) while maintaining hands-on involvement in software development and architecture.
• Deep expertise (5+ years) in Linux kernel development or protocol development in the domains of storage, networking, or servers, ideally on x86 NUMA systems.
• Extensive knowledge of key storage or networking technologies and industry standards such as NVMe, NFS, iSCSI, Fiber Channel, or SCSI.
• Demonstrated ability to manage the entire SDLC of complex projects, delivering products to market on a predictable schedule and incorporating a strong customer-first focus.
• Proficiency in primary development languages like C/C++ and comfort with scripting for automation, along with expertise in Agile development and continuous integration practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a high-performing software development team focused on key Linux kernel development, new hardware platform enablement, and NVMe fabrics protocols.
• Drive and own the execution of Purity software releases, creating detailed software plans and ensuring the team hits product development milestones in close collaboration with Program and Release Management.
• Define and implement strategies for continuous integration and phased execution of complex platform features to ensure high quality and predictable delivery.
• Manage technical engagements with partners and vendors to successfully integrate third-party deliverables and components into the FlashArray platform.
• Translate business objectives into technical strategies, ensuring the team's output directly contributes to the platform's performance, stability, and our business impact.

Benefits

• Flexible time off
• Wellness resources
• Company-sponsored team events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees