Member Of Technical Staff, Nand Qual

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Direct Flash Module (DFM) – is the key storage module in PURE's Flasharray and Flashblade Enterprise storage solutions. The DFM is an internally developed enterprise-class storage device using NAND flash technology, and is designed by the Datastore team.  The Datastore team develops the Hardware and Firmware to produce DFMs that lead the industry in numerous metrics.  Compared with off-the-shelf SSDs, our DFMs provide competitive advantages by delivering simplicity, high performance, high quality, low cost and scalability. 

As a member of the NAND & Drive Qualification team, you’ll be actively engaged in all phases of the product development cycle with a focus on demonstrating the capabilities of PURE’s DFMs. Your leadership in areas of test, troubleshooting, assessments of results and team engagement will be utilized to drive progress with qualification efforts.  You’ll manage drive qualifications, which includes executing tests, driving analysis of issues, and guiding expectations based on testing results.  A major element of the role is driving efficiency in the execution of our demonstrations, and you will be involved in developing and refining test code in our highly automated test environment. 

SHOULD YOU ACCEPT THIS CHALLENGE...

• Develop Validation test suite and tools to support the qualification process for Enterprise SSDs
  • Brainstorm methods and procedures to evolve the team’s effectiveness with drive and system level demonstrations
  • Design, develop and deliver critical 
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  • Develops and delivers the firmware verification tests for various firmware features in SSD products
  • Proactively define/develop SW tools for SSD qualification, covering FW, HW and media feature validations, diagnosis of field issues etc.
  • Develop/maintain software infrastructure to aid in the maturation of SSD firmware and hardware

 

• The ideal candidate would be someone who is a team player and perceived as highly skilled in test development/debugging for hardware/firmware/system validation needs..

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO BRING TO THIS ROLE...

• 8+ years experience developing software to validate hardware components/systems with strong SW & HW debug skills
• Strong knowledge of PCIe/NVme, Firmware Architecture/Design in Solid State Drive (SSD) or similar storage domain.
• Good Handson Experience on Third Party Tools like - Lecroy, Drive Master, OakGate Etc and Certification.
• Experience in a hardware testing/software testing validation lab for SSDs or Embedded industry segments
• B.E. or M.E in Electrical Eng, Electronics & Communication Eng, Computer Eng
• Experience working with complex data models and analysis
• Experience working at enterprise data storage systems, SSD companies or related component vendors.
• Independent ability to devise, implement, automate and refine qualification methods
• Strong knowledge of hardware design, storage architectures and storage interfaces
• Experience with failure modes of flash-based devices

• You will be based in Bangalore, Karnataka. As this is an office-centric role, you are expected to be present in the office for 4 days a week. As outlined in Pure's Hybrid Work Policy, there will be variations over periods of time, depending on business need.

 

BE YOU—CORPORATE CLONES NEED NOT APPLY.

 

Pure is where you ask big questions, think differently, and make an impact. This is not just a job, but a place where you have a voice and can accelerate your career. We value unique thoughts and celebrate individuality, and with ample opportunity to learn, develop yourself, and expand into different roles, joining Pure is an investment in your career journey.

 

Through our Pure Equality program, which supports a flourishing field of employee resource groups, we nourish the personal and professional lives of our team members. And our Pure Good Foundation gives back to local and global communities through volunteering and grants.

 

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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Research shows that in order to apply for a job, women feel they need to meet 100% of the criteria while men usually apply after meeting about 60%. Regardless of how you identify, if you believe you can do the job and are a good match, we encourage you to apply.

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