PCIe Validation Architect (SSD)

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

As a critical leader within the FlashArray team, you will safeguard the performance and "zero-downtime" mission of our industry-leading storage portfolio. You will serve as the primary architect for PCIe validation excellence, collaborating across global engineering teams to ensure our internally designed SSDs thrive under the most demanding mission-critical applications. This role isn't just about testing; it’s about defining the architectural standards that allow our customers to bridge traditional IT with the agility of the public cloud.

What You'll Do

• Lead Test Architecture: Direct the global drive qualification team in developing comprehensive SSD validation suites focused on PCIe features, compliance, and complex failure recovery scenarios.
• Drive PCIe Excellence: Define the test framework requirements to integrate standardized validation suites and complex toolsets, serving as a mentor and technical beacon for PCIe validation across the organization.
• Execute End-to-End Qualification: Manage drive qualification across the entire product portfolio by developing test plans, driving deep-dive failure analysis, and guiding stakeholder expectations based on rigorous data results.
• Automate & Innovate: Utilize advanced scripting to automate testing cycles and proactively develop new qualification tests that cover emerging drive features and mitigate potential field issues.
• Resolve Complex Failures: Act as the lead for root-cause analysis, utilizing PCIe bus analyzers and trace captures to drive issues to resolution through collaboration with cross-functional experts.
• We are primarily an in-office environment and therefore, you will be expected to work from the Santa Clara, CA office in compliance with Everpure’s policies, unless you are on PTO, or work travel, or other approved leave.
  
  

What You Bring

• Architectural Expertise: Proven track record in PCIe fundamentals, including experience with Gen5/Gen6 validation using high-speed oscilloscopes, protocol analyzers, and exercisers.
• Deep Protocol Knowledge: Highly skilled in NVMe storage interface protocols and PCIe compliance testing (SIG) to qualify drives at the electrical, protocol, and functional levels.
• Advanced Development Skills: Strong software development capabilities, specifically with Python, and hands-on experience navigating Jenkins and GIT CI/CD pipelines.
• Technical Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead test architecture and successful qualification of SSD products within an enterprise data storage environment.
• Strategic Problem Solving: A decisive, detail-oriented approach to hardware and firmware debugging, paired with the communication skills to present results and propose solutions across various technical forums.
  
  

Salary ranges are determined based on role, level and location. For positions open to candidates in multiple geographical locations, the base salary range is reflective of the labor market across the applicable locations.

This role may be eligible for incentive pay and/or equity.

There is no application deadline and we accept applications on an ongoing basis until the job is filled.

The Annual Base Salary Range Is

$211,000—$317,000 USD

What You Can Expect From Us

• Innovation: We celebrate those who think critically, like a challenge, and aspire to be trailblazers.
• 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 Workplaces in Technology™, Fortune's Best Workplaces in the Bay Area™, and certified as a Great Place to Work®!
• 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.

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.

Everpure is proud to be an equal opportunity 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.

Pure and simple.