Senior Engineering Manager, Fusion

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.

Pure Storage's Fusion team is redefining how enterprises consume, scale, and operate storage infrastructure across hybrid and multi-cloud environments. Fusion unifies block, file, and object protocols with advanced AI-driven capabilities, providing observability, resiliency, and security at enterprise scale.

As a Senior Engineering Manager, you will not only lead high-performing teams, but also bring deep technical expertise to solve distributed systems challenges at scale. This role demands both strong people leadership and the technical depth to guide architectural decisions, mentor engineers, and ensure Fusion continues to deliver industry-leading innovation. You will also have the opportunity to build new teams ground-up. 

• Build and scale a new engineering team focused on core Fusion services—hiring top talent, establishing culture, and laying the groundwork for long-term success.
• Lead multiple engineering features building critical Fusion platform components—ensuring scalability, security, and high availability across multi-array and hybrid-cloud deployments.
• Partner with product management and architecture to define roadmaps, align technical priorities, and deliver features that make a measurable impact for customers.
• Build and maintain robust engineering processes around code quality, observability, CI/CD, incident response, and operational readiness.
• Mentor and grow engineering leads; foster a culture of technical excellence, ownership, and innovation.
• Drive cross-team initiatives to improve performance, reliability, and developer productivity.
• Stay hands-on when necessary: dive into design discussions, evaluate system performance, and troubleshoot complex issues with engineers

• Leadership Experience: 5+ years of management experience, including building and growing new teams or organizations from the ground up.
• Technical Depth: 10+ years of experience in systems software or distributed systems. Strong expertise in storage systems, data protection, operating systems, or cloud-native infrastructure.
• Technical Guidance: The ability to provide technical guidance on complex design and implementation challenges.
• Operational Excellence: Proven success driving projects through the complete software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Collaboration & Influence: Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence technical strategy across organizations.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field; advanced degree preferred.

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 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- if you're invited to an interview.

OUR COMMITMENT TO A STRONG AND INCLUSIVE TEAM:

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.
 
Pure is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other characteristic legally protected by the laws of the jurisdiction in which you are being considered for hire.