Pure Storage

Software Engineer

Pure Storage$149K — $359K *
Enterprise Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in C++ systems engineering
  • Strong understanding of distributed systems and system design principles
  • Experience with Linux operating system internals
  • Ability to solve complex technical problems using structured debugging
  • Demonstrated capability for both autonomous execution and effective teamwork

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement resilient distributed algorithms to ensure six 9s uptime
  • Lead platform feature initiatives from design to production deployment
  • Analyze engineering challenges related to distributed consensus and fault tolerance
  • Collaborate with engineering peers through design and code reviews
  • Expand system capabilities to support enterprise customer requirements

Benefits

  • Emphasis on innovation and critical thinking
  • Opportunities for personal and professional growth
  • Recognition as a leading workplace in technology and the Bay Area
  • Flexible time off policy
  • Access to wellness resources and company-sponsored events
Full Job Description
THE ROLE

Join our Core Engineering team to power the foundation of our Enterprise Data Cloud, delivering six 9s of system reliability to global enterprises. In this role, you will take end-to-end ownership of core platform components, solving complex distributed systems challenges through thoughtful software design. Partnering closely with cross-functional engineering teams, you will drive features from concept to production, directly shaping how organizations scale their most critical data.

WHAT YOU'LL DO
  • Advance Platform Reliability & Scale: Design and build resilient, high-throughput distributed algorithms to sustain six 9s of continuous uptime across the Enterprise Data Cloud engine.
  • Drive End-to-End Feature Delivery: Lead key platform initiatives from architectural design through production rollout, expanding overall system capabilities for enterprise customers.
  • Resolve Complex System Challenges: Evaluate multi-faceted engineering issues across distributed consensus, resource allocation, and fault tolerance to guarantee performance under high workloads.
  • Collaborate Across Engineering Teams: Partner daily with peer engineers to conduct rigorous design and code reviews, share technical expertise, and influence long-term platform architecture.

WHAT YOU BRING
  • C++ Systems Engineering: Technical proficiency writing clean, maintainable, and concurrent C++ production code for high-performance systems.
  • Distributed Systems Knowledge: Solid grasp of fundamental system design principles, operating system internals (Linux), database engines, or containerized environments, including performance trade-offs and failure modes.
  • Analytical Problem-Solving: Ability to evaluate complex technical scenarios, apply structured debugging approaches, and devise creative solutions for scalable infrastructure.
  • Autonomous Execution & Teamwork: Capacity to exercise sound judgment on complex engineering tasks while collaborating effectively across functional teams to achieve shared objectives.
  • Work Location: 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:

$149,000-$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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