Pure Storage

Senior System Software Manager

Pure Storage$217K — $359K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Leadership experience with software engineering teams.
  • Expertise in Linux kernel and low-level storage protocols.
  • Hands-on knowledge of full software development lifecycle.
  • Proficiency in C/C++ programming and automation scripting.
  • Willingness to work on-site in Santa Clara, CA.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a systems software engineering team.
  • Oversee end-to-end software delivery for core platform releases.
  • Manage technical engagements with vendors and partners.
  • Align team objectives with business goals for platform impact.
  • Convert architectural requirements into scalable execution plans.

Benefits

  • Promotion of innovation and critical thinking.
  • Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
  • Supportive team-oriented workplace culture.
  • Flexible time off and wellness resources.
  • Company-sponsored team events.
Full Job Description
THE ROLE

Join our Systems Software Group to lead an engineering team building the core architectural foundation for our high-performance, highly available enterprise storage portfolio. You will own the strategy and execution for core platform software, driving innovations in Linux kernel integration, hardware enablement, and NVMe fabric protocols. Partnering closely with Product, Hardware, and Release Engineering teams, you will empower your team to deliver predictable, high-quality software releases that define the simplicity and reliability our customers trust.

WHAT YOU'LL DO
  • Engineering Leadership & Team Development: Lead, mentor, and empower a high-performing systems software engineering team to deliver robust Linux kernel features, hardware platform enablement, and advanced NVMe fabric protocols.
  • Release Execution & Quality Ownership: Own end-to-end software delivery for core platform releases, partnering with Program Management and Release Engineering to establish clear execution roadmaps, milestone tracking, and phased rollout strategies.
  • Partner & Vendor Technical Management: Direct technical engagements with external vendors and technology partners, ensuring third-party deliverables integrate seamlessly into the core platform architecture to accelerate product delivery.
  • Strategic Alignment & Platform Impact: Align team goals with broader business objectives, converting complex architectural requirements into scalable execution plans that maximize platform performance, system stability, and customer satisfaction.


WHAT YOU BRING
  • Engineering Management & Leadership: Demonstrated track record of leading, coaching, and growing software engineering teams while remaining engaged in system architecture and technical decision-making.
  • Systems & Storage Architecture Expertise: Deep technical foundation in Linux kernel development or low-level storage and networking protocol development (such as NVMe, NFS, iSCSI, Fibre Channel, or SCSI) on x86 architectures.
  • SDLC & Quality Delivery: Hands-on mastery of full software development lifecycle management, agile methodologies, and continuous integration strategies to deliver complex enterprise-grade software predictably.
  • Core Systems Programming: Proficiency in C/C++ development and automation scripting, with a strong ability to drive technical problem-solving in complex, multi-threaded systems.
  • Work Location Requirement: 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:

$217,000-$359,000 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.

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
NASDAQ

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