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Principal Software Engineer, Datapath

Pure Storage
Santa Clara, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/25/2026
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

You will be a key Senior Software Engineer driving the digital transformation of Everpure focused on innovating and enhancing our Modern Data platforms. Your mission is to design and implement highly reliable, high-performance algorithms and technologies that redefine the customer experience. This role requires an senior engineer who will use a deep understanding of organizational objectives to resolve complex issues and deliver innovative, end-to-end solutions alongside cross-functional engineering and product teams.

What You'll Do

  • Implement strategic policies and develop novel, high-performance algorithms for distributed systems, ensuring the achievement of challenging goals (e.g., six 9's reliability).
  • Own the end-to-end delivery of innovations, from initial concept and design through final testing and deployment into a shipped product, driving critical business outcomes.
  • Analyze and resolve complex technical issues where a deep evaluation of variable factors is required, serving as a subject matter expert and selecting appropriate methods and techniques for obtaining results.
  • Network with key contacts outside your immediate area of expertise to gather requirements and validate solutions, influencing system design decisions across functional boundaries.
  • Mentor junior engineers and coordinate the technical activities of a project sub-team to maintain schedules and align with architectural vision.

What You Bring

  • 8 years of experience
  • Extensive experience designing, developing, and deploying systems software using languages such as C , Java, or Go.
  • In-depth knowledge and proven ability to successfully implement solutions within complex systems software domains (e.g., Distributed Systems, Operating Systems, Database Internals, Containerization).
  • Demonstrated expertise in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria to resolve complex technical issues, exercising independent judgment in solution implementation.
  • Strong design sensibility and the ability to articulate, advocate for, and defend architectural choices in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
  • A track record of establishing and assuring adherence to performance requirements, work plans, and schedules for significant engineering initiatives.
  • We are primarily an in-office environment and therefore, you will be expected to work in the Santa Clara office in compliance with Everpure’s policies, unless you are on PTO, or work travel, or other approved leave.

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

$217,000—$326,000 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.

Salary : $217,000 - $326,000

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