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Pure Storage · 8 hours ago

Platform Software Manager, Systems Engineering

positionSanta Clara, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level
money$211K/yr - $317K/yr
date5+ years exp

Pure Storage is reshaping the data storage industry with innovative technology. The Platform Software Manager will lead a team to develop core platform software, focusing on Linux kernel and NVMe fabric technologies to enhance the performance and availability of their storage portfolio.

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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

Qualification

Linux kernel developmentNVMe protocolsC/C++ programmingAgile developmentContinuous integrationSDLC managementScripting for automationStorage technologiesNetworking technologiesTeam managementCustomer-first focus

Required

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

Benefits

Flexible time off
Wellness resources
Company-sponsored team events

Company

Pure Storage

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Pure Storage is an all-flash enterprise storage company that enables broad deployment of flash in data centers.
dateFounded in 2009
location
Santa Clara, California, USA
people-size5001-10000 employees
web-link
http://www.purestorage.com

H1B Sponsorship

Pure Storage has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (166)
2024 (187)
2023 (187)
2022 (189)
2021 (125)
2020 (152)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$529.26M
Key Investors
T. Rowe PriceIndex VenturesRedpoint
2015-10-06IPO
2014-08-11Secondary Market· $60M
2014-04-22Series F· $225M

Leadership Team

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Charles Giancarlo
CEO and Chairman
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John Colgrove
CTO
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Recent News

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Greylock Portfolio - Pure Storage
2025-12-30
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Pure Storage’s Purely Delightful Series C
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Pure Storage Closes $40M Series D Funding
2025-12-30
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