Hardware Engineer
US$217,000 – US$359,000 / yr base salary
Posted 4 May 2026
Advertised as “Principal Hardware Engineer”
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- Expected experience
- 7+ yrs
- Management level
- People management
- Employment
- On-Site
- Contract
- Full-time
| Base salary | US$217,000 – US$359,000 / yr |
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Study levelBachelor's or higher
Everpure (NYSE: P) has evolved from storage pioneer to data platform, closing fiscal 2026 with $3.7 billion in revenue, its first billion-dollar quarter, and accelerating growth into FY27. Our strategic agenda spans the companies defining the next era of technology - hyperscalers, AI labs, the AI hardware supply chain, data platform providers, and the broader AI ecosystem.
This type of work—work that changes the world—is what the tech industry was founded on. So, if you're ready to seize the endless opportunities and leave your mark, come join us.
THE ROLE
Pure Storage is seeking a full-time Principal Hardware Engineer working as part of our Hardware Development Team. In this position, you'll be working to define the technical direction of our next-generation hardware platforms. You’ll work closely with Architects, Engineering, Operations, OEM/JDM Partners and Support & Escalation Teams. You'll be responsible for the future of Pure’s high performance storage systems, acting as the primary subject matter expert for system hardware across executive, product, and client interactions..
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Define system-level hardware architecture for FlashBlade, including compute, memory, interconnect, storage, power, and thermal design.
- Translate product requirements and customer needs into clear technical specifications and design trade-offs.
- Evaluate and select key components, technologies, and vendors, and lead make-vs-buy decisions.
- Drive architecture reviews and design reviews, and ensure designs meet performance, reliability, and compliance targets.
- Partner with firmware and software teams to define hardware/software interfaces and optimize the full stack
- Track emerging technologies and industry standards, and shape the long-term hardware roadmap.
- Work with manufacturing and supply chain on DFM/DFT, yield, cost reduction, and component risk.
- Strong understanding of X86 architecture and proven design track record
- Solid understanding of Major Bus technologies: PCIe, Networking, Serial Busses (I2c, SPI, etc.)
- Improve design and qualification processes to enhance efficiency, consistency, and product robustness
- Mentor engineers and help set architectural standards and best practices.
WHAT YOU BRING
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A Degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, with either:
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Masters with 7+ years of professional work experience.
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Bachelors with 10+ years of professional work experience
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Experience working at hyperscale or enterprise hardware companies preferred (Storage, Server, Networking)