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.
SHOULD YOU ACCEPT THIS CHALLENGE...
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. As part of the drive qualification group, your leadership in areas of SSD/NVMe/ OCP spec test, troubleshooting, and analysis of results will be utilized to drive progress with qualification efforts.
What you'll be doing:
- Incorporating tests into a common framework
- Develop automation support for new test
- Developing centralized hosting of test output
- Visualization support for test
- Support development of metrics
- Architecture for the above, code for the above, maintenance, effectiveness
An overview of your responsibilities includes;
- Developing Automation Frameworks for SSD Qualification Test suites,
- Architect & Develop unified test frameworks that Integrate out of the box Test Suites for NVMe/OCP/other SSD standards along with In-house Test suites for SSD Qual
- Develop Automation support for deploying new SSD Qual tests at scale
- Use your strong scripting language skills to develop and automate tests and minimize qualification testing cycles
- Proactively define/develop new SSD qualification tests targeting specific SSD management features and functions, new requirements, exposure to field issues etc.
- Develop, maintain and continuously improve the effectiveness & efficiency of comprehensive qual platform
- Automated Debug tools to speed up test vs product debug efforts
- Driving Automation of Data Analysis & Visualization of Qualification test results
- Develop Automated solutions to Extract, Analyze & Centrally Host Validation data
- Develop Automated Data Visualization dashboards to help drive Drive Qualification decisions on volume test data at scale
- Use your background in storage system validation or design to proactively identify, and support the development of metrics
- Drive improvements in the qualification processes as you observe execution & tool usage
- Brainstorm methods and procedures to evolve our team’s effectiveness
- Proactively define/develop new SSD qualification tests with focus on OCP spec - features and functions , new requirements, exposure to field issues etc.
- Improve qualification processes that actively enhance efficiency, consistency, reporting and vendor relationships.
- Participate in various team activities aimed at developing testing process,
- Perceived as highly skilled In Python based scripting & SW architecture
- Experienced in leveraging data engineering/science frameworks
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
- SW architecture & Solution design experience is desirable
- Strong knowledge of NAND Flash, Firmware Architecture/Design in Solid State Drive (SSD) or similar storage domain
- Strong SW Development skills in Python with exposure to OOP; C++ experience is a plus.
- Knowledge of PCIe/NVme, Firmware Architecture/Design in Solid State Drive (SSD) or similar storage domain is a plus
- 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.
- Experience developing & maintaining CI/CD pipelines for test automation
- Knowledge/experience with Jenkins & GIT .
- 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
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.
WHERE DIFFERENCES FUEL INNOVATION:
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. At Pure Storage, diversity, equity, inclusion and sustainability are part of our DNA because we believe our people will shape the next chapter of our success story.
Pure Storage is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities, and people with intersectional identities. We also encourage you to apply even if you feel you don’t match all of the role criteria. If you think you can do the job and feel you’re a good match, please apply.
