Sr. Software Engineer, Middleware
Pure Storage
Santa Clara, California
Full-Time
$175,000
RemoteExecutive
Were 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 workwork that changes the worldis what the tech industry was founded on. So, if you're ready to seize the endless opportunities and leave your mark, come join us.
As a Middleware Software Engineer, you will architect the critical software layer that serves as the "brain" of the FlashArray, bridging the gap between hardware and high-level user interfaces. You will join an elite team dedicated to maintaining 99.9999% availability while orchestrating complex data services across hybrid-cloud environments. This role differentiates itself by offering true end-to-end ownershipfrom initial whiteboarding to shipping code that manages petabytes of datacollaborating closely with hardware and cloud-native teams to redefine modern storage.
Architect Robust Middleware Services: Design and implement sophisticated backend algorithms and APIs that handle complex system states and data orchestration, ensuring zero downtime for mission-critical applications.
Scale Cloud-Native Innovations: Lead the technical delivery of hybrid-cloud features, such as CloudSnap and Cloud Block Store, to extend high-performance storage capabilities into AWS and Azure environments.
Optimize System Performance: Conduct rigorous software analysis and performance modeling to resolve concurrency challenges and system risks within a highly distributed Linux-based architecture.
Drive Quality and Reliability: Own the full software lifecycle of key features, from design to deployment, to ensure every release enhances the simplicity and reliability our customers depend on.
Backend Engineering Expertise: Deep proficiency in building scalable, high-performance applications using C++, Python, or Golang on Linux/UNIX platforms, with a strong grasp of concurrency and multithreading.
Systems Design Mindset: Proven ability to perform comprehensive software analysis, including requirements gathering, performance tuning, and identifying system risks in complex distributed environments.
Collaborative Problem Solving: A natural curiosity for "how things work" and a track record of working effectively within a team to solve deep technical challenges through persistent insight.
Full-Stack Sensibility: Experience with backend-related development at scale, including SQL and API design, paired with the ability to navigate technical trade-offs across the software stack.
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 Pures policies, unless you are on PTO, or work travel, or other approved leave.
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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.
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.
Candidates with disabilities may request accommodations for all aspects of our hiring process. For more on this, contact us at TA-Ops@purestorage.com if youre invited to an interview.
Were forging a future where everyone finds their rightful place and where every voice matters. Where uniqueness isnt just accepted but embraced. Thats 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.
Pure is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action 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.