Full-Time

Senior Performance Software Engineer

Flasharray

Updated on 12/4/2024

Pure Storage

Pure Storage

5,001-10,000 employees

Provides advanced data storage solutions

Data & Analytics
Enterprise Software

Compensation Overview

$163k - $259kAnnually

+ Incentive Pay + Equity

Senior

Santa Clara, CA, USA

Expected to be present in the office for 4 days a week.

Category
Backend Engineering
Software QA & Testing
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Python
Data Structures & Algorithms
C/C++
Linux/Unix
Requirements
  • MS in Computer Science or related technical field, BS with comparable experience
  • 6+ years of experience in system level performance testing for servers, storage and databases
  • Knowledge of SAN iSCSI, NFS, SMB protocols
  • Experience in systems performance analysis using techniques like CPU profiling, tracing and standard Linux tools
  • Experience in running benchmarks, analyzing results, communicating your findings to development teams
  • Extensive knowledge of operating system, scheduling policies, locking primitives, data structures, x86 hardware architecture
  • Strong experience with Linux systems (network configuration, storage stack, system settings, common command/utilities)
  • Prior experience in Python and C++ is preferred
  • Prior experience with NAND flash and FIO are pluses
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; commitment to delivering great software and releasing it efficiently and with increasing quality
Responsibilities
  • Leading a team of motivated engineers to build and review perform benchmarking requirements and metrics to ensure all of FlashArray products deliver the best performance on the platforms they run on
  • Researching and developing performance benchmarking strategies for different product features, come up with best practices for performance planning and collaborate with product managers, solutions and sales engineering to validate customer scenarios and requirements as needed
  • Provide technical direction and mentoring to employees on your team and others to ensure product quality and on-time deliverables

Pure Storage specializes in data storage solutions, providing businesses with advanced technologies to manage and protect their data. The company offers a range of products, including all-flash storage arrays that utilize flash memory for faster data access compared to traditional hard drives. Additionally, Pure Storage provides a subscription service called Evergreen One, which ensures clients receive continuous updates and maintenance for their storage systems without needing to replace hardware. This approach allows businesses to keep their technology current and efficient. Pure Storage differentiates itself from competitors by focusing on sustainability and innovation in its offerings. The company's goal is to deliver efficient and environmentally friendly data storage solutions that meet the diverse needs of clients across various industries.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$461.9M

Headquarters

Santa Clara, California

Founded

2009

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

4%

1 year growth

17%

2 year growth

21%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Pure Storage's continuous innovation, such as AI-enabled enterprise storage and policy-based fleet management, positions it as a leader in the evolving data storage landscape.
  • Strategic investments in AI technologies, like the partnership with LandingAI, enhance Pure Storage's capabilities and market appeal.
  • The company's strong focus on disaster recovery and cyber resilience, as demonstrated by its work with the City of New Orleans, adds significant value for clients concerned with data protection.

What critics are saying

  • The rapid pace of technological change in the data storage industry requires Pure Storage to continuously innovate to stay competitive.
  • Dependence on hardware sales could be a vulnerability if market trends shift more towards software and cloud-based solutions.

What makes Pure Storage unique

  • Pure Storage's all-flash storage arrays offer superior speed and performance compared to traditional hard drives, setting them apart in the data storage market.
  • The Evergreen One subscription service ensures clients always have the latest technology without hardware replacements, providing a unique value proposition.
  • Pure Storage's focus on sustainability and environmentally friendly solutions differentiates it from competitors who may not prioritize green initiatives.

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Benefits

Insurance, Health & Wellness - Accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance, Dental Insurance, Disability Insurance, Gym / Wellness Reimbursement, Health Insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), Life Insurance, Maternity Leave, PTO (Vacation / Personal Days), Paternity Leave, Vision Insurance

Home - Business Travel Insurance, Immigration Assistance, Phone Bill Reimbursement, Remote Work

Financial & Retirement - 401k 100% match on the first 3% of base salary, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA)