Pure Storage

Director, Strategy and Business Operations

Pure Storage • $247K — $317K *
Business Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in program management, engineering operations, or strategy roles within a technology or product-driven organization.
  • Proven track record of directing complex, high-impact, cross-organizational programs.
  • Strategic and proactive mindset with demonstrated problem-solving skills.
  • Technical knowledge to gain respect from R&D, familiarity with AI/ML and CI/CD is a plus.
  • Experience designing and facilitating leadership strategy sessions and workshops.
  • Proven conflict management skills with a focus on building partnerships.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage high-impact R&D programs that cross organizational boundaries.
  • Design and facilitate leadership strategy sessions, ensuring effective decision-making and follow-through.
  • Align priorities across Product, Engineering, and other business units to achieve outcomes on time.
  • Proactively identify issues and risks, crafting solutions independently.
  • Collaborate with leadership and HR on programs to enhance leadership capability and team health.
  • Establish program frameworks and metrics for real-time program health visibility.
  • Promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Benefits

  • Innovation culture encouraging critical thinking and trailblazing.
  • Growth opportunities supported for meaningful contributions.
  • Recognition as a top workplace, fostering a supportive team environment.
  • Flexible time off and wellness resources for work-life balance.
  • Company-sponsored team events and activities.
Full Job Description
THE ROLE

As Director of Strategy and Business Operations, you will serve as a strategic operational leader driving the execution of Everpure's R&D strategy and product priorities. Partnering directly with R&D executives, Product Management, Finance, and Engineering leadership, you will translate corporate objectives into integrated operating plans, resource allocations, and governance frameworks. You will align headcount, OpEx, and CapEx investments to high-impact initiatives while establishing performance scorecards that accelerate engineering effectiveness and decision-making speed across the enterprise.

WHAT YOU'll DO
  • Strategic & Operational Planning: Translate R&D priorities into integrated operating plans, measurable outcomes, and cross-functional execution roadmaps that align investments with corporate goals.
  • Investment & Resource Optimization: Oversee R&D headcount, OpEx, CapEx, and infrastructure resource planning, delivering data-backed recommendations to guide executive prioritization and trade-off decisions.
  • Engineering & Business Performance Metrics: Establish R&D scorecards and performance metrics that convert operational data into actionable insights, shifting business reviews toward proactive risk mitigation and outcome-driven decisions.
  • Governance & Operating Cadence: Design and manage executive operating mechanisms, business reviews, and planning forums that ensure clear accountability, decision follow-through, and organizational clarity without unnecessary process friction.
  • Cross-Functional Program Execution: Lead complex strategic programs spanning Engineering, Product, Finance, HR, and Supply Chain to resolve cross-departmental dependencies and deliver key business commitments.

WHAT YOU BRING
  • Strategic Leadership & Executive Partnership: Demonstrated capability acting as a trusted operational partner to R&D and Product executives, converting complex business strategy into executable operational plans.
  • Resource Governance & Portfolio Economics: Expertise in managing multi-faceted R&D planning cycles, resource allocation models, and investment trade-offs across OpEx, CapEx, and infrastructure portfolios.
  • Analytical Mastery & Data-Driven Decision Making: Skill in distilling complex operational datasets into clear executive scorecards, strategic insights, and actionable recommendations.
  • Cross-Functional Influence & Change Management: Proven track record of navigating organizational ambiguity, resolving cross-functional dependencies, and aligning diverse stakeholders across Engineering, Finance, HR, and Operations.
  • 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.

#LI-ONSITE

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:

$247,000-$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 http://benefits.everpuredata.com/ for more information.

About Pure Storage

Pure Storage is a data storage company that provides all-flash storage solutions. The company was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Mountain View, California. Pure Storage's products are designed to help businesses manage and store large amounts of data. The company has over 7,000 customers and operates in over 40 countries. Pure Storage went public in 2015 and is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol PSTG.
Learn more about Pure Storage
Size
4,300 employees
Market Cap
$8 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$282 million
Founded
2009
5 Year Trend
+24.2%
Revenue
$1.6 billion
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