Engineering Manager(Firmware), Systems Team

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.

THE ROLE

Join the Direct Flash Module (DFM) Firmware Team to lead the design and development of our internally-designed, high-performance enterprise storage devices. You will drive the strategic execution and technical vision for a critical component that delivers superior simplicity, cost, and performance advantages for our FlashArray and FlashBlade solutions. This role is key to integrating the newest NAND technologies and requires close, cross-functional collaboration with Hardware, Purity Software, and NAND teams.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Drive Strategic Product Execution: Accountable for major DFM firmware product deliverables by managing, planning, and executing project schedules, resources, dependencies, and risks across multiple product cycles in collaboration with Program Management.

• Scale Team Impact and Technical Excellence: Provide hands-on technical guidance for complex firmware design, debug, and integration challenges, ensuring alignment with overall product and system architecture goals.

• Elevate Engineering Operations: Define, implement, and continuously refine the team's engineering development and Agile processes to enhance product quality, stability, and development velocity.

• Lead, Mentor, and Develop Talent: Manage overall team performance, conduct regular 1:1s, deliver timely, actionable feedback, and actively champion the professional growth and career development of high-performing firmware engineers.
  
  

  WHAT YOU BRING

  • Expertise in Embedded Systems Leadership: Demonstrated experience leading and managing embedded software teams, ideally within the SSD, Storage, or highly-constrained embedded domain.

  • Deep Firmware and Hardware Integration Knowledge: Profound understanding and practical experience with firmware development, low-level hardware interfaces, and complex system-level debug and diagnostics.

  • Mastery of Storage Technology: Strong in-depth knowledge of storage concepts, including NAND media management, SSD controllers, or NVMe/PCIe interfaces, and the ability to rapidly integrate new technologies.

  • Proficiency in Software Development: Advanced competence in C/C++ and related scripting languages (e.g., Python) for developing robust, high-performance embedded systems.

  • Agile Project and Product Lifecycle Management: Proven track record of managing and delivering complex projects from initial concept through to final product release using Agile methodologies.

  • We are primarily an in-office environment and therefore, you will be expected to work from the Bangalore office in compliance with Pure's policies, unless you are on PTO, or work travel, or other approved leave.

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.

JOIN US AND BRING YOUR BEST.

BRING YOUR BOLD.

BRING YOUR FLASH.