Senior Hardware Design Engineer
Summary
Senior Hardware Design Engineer on Pure Storage's Datastore team, owning SSD hardware designs from concept through production. Day-to-day work spans schematic/layout, PCIe/DDR/NAND bus technologies, signal integrity validation, failure analysis, and automation using Python/Bash.
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
We are seeking a highly motivated Hardware Design Engineer for Pure’s Datastore team. The Pure Engineering Team builds the industry’s most innovative, high-performance, energy-efficient and TCO-optimised storage solution. As part of this team, you will help productize this differentiated storage solution for our customers.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Plan, lead, implement, and debug SSD hardware designs from concept through production.
- Contribute to all phases of the product lifecycle, including architecture, design, documentation, validation, and sustaining.
- Drive interoperability testing across server/storage systems and SSDs.
- Diagnose and resolve HW-related issues in collaboration with internal teams, external partners, and JDMs.
- Apply deep knowledge of major bus technologies such as PCIe, DDR, NAND, SPI, and I2C.
- Evaluate system-level tradeoffs in mechanical, thermal, power, and signal integrity design.
- Work with diagnostics/test engineers by reviewing test plans to ensure proper coverage
- Lead failure analysis and root cause investigations to support field issues and customer escalations
- Incorporate automation and AI to enhance SSD design and validation processes.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
- 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
- 7+ years in hardware design and development including schematic, layout, and component selection.
- BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering or similar fields.
- Experience working on SSD hardware designs.
- Experience in validating hardware at the electrical, SI, protocol and functional levels.
- Experience with high speed oscilloscopes and differential probes.
- Strong experience with scripting languages (Python, BASH, etc)
- Detail-oriented, analytical, process savvy, and customer focused
- Ability to operate in a fast-paced changing business environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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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.
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 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 [email protected] 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.