Product Manager

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…

Pure Storage builds the industry's most innovative, easiest to use, high-performance, and highly available portfolio of products that are designed for the most demanding mission critical applications. While we deliver a hardware storage array, over 90% of our engineering staff are software engineers. Our customers are the most important part of our business and they love FlashArray and FlashBlade for their simplicity of management, the constant flow of new and exciting upgrades, and ability to live on the cutting edge of technology while never taking downtime, ever. Most recently, we extended the value of our capabilities into the cloud with CloudSnap and Cloud Block Store for AWS and Azure. These new innovations enable our customers to leverage the agility of the public cloud for both traditional IT and cloud-native applications.

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

• 8+ years of experience as a Technical Product Manager; MS in computer science,  MBA or  engineering management equivalent  with direct knowledge in the following areas:   
  • Networking and Access technology, storage technology, network/access security architecture for cloud and edge
  • Deep experience/understanding of the full network stack - L2/L3 switching and routing as well as network infrastructure technology such Firewall, VPN, DHCP, DNS, Zero touch provisioning
  • Understanding of storage protocols such as FCP, iSCSI, NVMe and experience with storage area network design
  • Understanding of network security and zero trust network architecture for managed service and Cloud connectivity
  • Network virtualization (ESXi) and Software Defined Networking (SDN) knowledge
  • Experience in IPv6 certification a plus
  • Experience in aaS development environments is preferred.
• Big picture owner providing clarity on what we are trying to accomplish, understanding of the business objectives and driving the outcome for the program
• Demonstrated change agent with capabilities to identify and deliver on process changes that would enable faster time to market while driving organization consistency and efficiency. 
• Proven expertise in managing projects throughout the entire SDLC, including investigation, design, execution and  delivering products to market on schedule, and addressing customer feedback in development.
• Drive content, schedule and overall delivery of the program and set it up for success in the field/customer base
• Write tech specs/PRDs, make trade-offs and timely decision, drive accountability for delivery and ensure that the objectives of the program are met
• Solid project and technical judgment; ability to influence a growing organization.
• Strong team and customer focus. 
• Experience leading program managers or product managers with a broad range of experience levels. Demonstrated success in supporting team members' career growth.
• Identifying requirements and design, scope, and communicating the needed work. Take ownership of the product experience, quality, and metrics
• Set goals for the program, track and periodically communicate to stakeholders as well as ensure corrective actions/mitigations as needed
• Be the single point person for delivery decisions, exec and cross team communication and working with various functional groups to deliver the program
• Optimize team processes to improve quality, productivity, and responsiveness to feedback and changing priorities and set up the program for success in the field
• Overcome obstacles by resolving issues, regardless of team boundaries, and identify and resolve teamwork issues.
• Solid knowledge of end-to-end best practices.
• Demonstrated strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact with technical and non-technical, cross-functional groups.

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.