Principal Hardware Engineer

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Santa Clara, CA, USA
In-Office
217K-359K Annually
Senior level
Software
The Role
Lead hardware development for next-generation enterprise storage: architect systems, design PCBs, validate and automate hardware tests, perform failure analysis with oscilloscopes and bus analyzers, and ensure power, SI, and thermal integrity for high-speed interfaces.
Summary Generated by Built In

We’re 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 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

As a key contributor on our System Hardware Development team, you will drive the end-to-end architecture, validation, and quality of enterprise-class storage hardware systems that power mission-critical data environments. You will bridge complex engineering concepts with real-world deployment by leading cross-functional alignment across internal engineering, Joint Development Manufacturing (JDM) partners, operations, and support teams. In this role, your technical leadership ensures unmatched system reliability, performance, and scalability across our next-generation storage portfolio while establishing design methodologies that accelerate product innovation.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

  • Drive Next-Generation Hardware Architecture & Design: Lead schematic capture, high-speed PCB layout, signal integrity analysis, and x86 system-level co-development alongside JDM partners to deliver scalable, high-performance enterprise storage platforms from concept through production.

  • Architect Comprehensive Qualification & Automation Frameworks: Oversee functional specifications and automated stress testing environments—leveraging Linux, Python, PCIe, DDR, Ethernet, and serial bus protocols—to guarantee sub-system reliability and accelerate time-to-market.

  • Champion Cross-Functional Hardware Operations & System Hardening: Partner with Manufacturing, Operations, and Escalation teams to streamline production handoffs for new storage sub-systems and perform deep root-cause failure analysis that permanently hardens enterprise products.

  • Establish Quality-by-Design Standards & Best Practices: Define hardware validation methodologies, collaborate across organizational boundaries, and build engineering networks that continuously elevate quality benchmarks across all product development lifecycles.

WHAT YOU BRING

  • Enterprise Hardware & x86 Architecture Mastery: Expertise in x86 system architecture, high-speed PCB design layout, signal integrity analysis, schematic capture, and major bus technologies (PCIe, DDR, Ethernet, I2C, SPI) to independently validate enterprise hardware at electrical, protocol, and functional levels.

  • Advanced System Testing & Automation: Ability to design and automate system-level stress tests (using Linux environments, Python/BASH scripting, PTU, LinPack, and IOmeter) and utilize high-speed oscilloscopes and bus analyzers to perform complex signal and protocol trace analysis.

  • Cross-Functional Leadership & Complex Problem Solving: Capability to lead root-cause failure analysis on complex technical issues, establish engineering best practices, and collaborate effectively with internal teams and external manufacturing partners to deliver production-ready systems.

  • Hardware Logic & Diagnostic Fundamentals: Solid understanding of Verilog and CPLD design concepts combined with a rigorous, quality-focused mindset for hardware design and system-level troubleshooting.

  • 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.

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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.

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.

ACCOMMODATIONS AND ACCESSIBILITY:

Candidates with disabilities may request accommodations for all aspects of our hiring process. For more on this, contact us at [email protected] if you’re invited to an interview.

OUR COMMITMENT TO A STRONG AND INCLUSIVE TEAM:

We’re forging a future where everyone finds their rightful place and where every voice matters. Where uniqueness isn’t just accepted but embraced. That’s 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.

Everpure is proud to be an equal opportunity 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.

Join us and bring your best.

Bring your bold.

Pure and simple.

Skills Required

  • Expert-level hardware design tools for schematic capture and PCB layout
  • Deep understanding of x86 architecture and high-speed signal integrity (SI) routing and analysis
  • Experience architecting complex compute, storage, and I/O systems and qualifying components (SSDs, AC/DC power supplies, VR circuits)
  • Proficiency in developing automated test environments using Python or Bash
  • Advanced knowledge of PCIe, I2C, SPI and high-speed Ethernet standards and ability to analyze protocol traces and electrical functionality
  • Ability to perform root cause and failure analysis using high-speed oscilloscopes and bus analyzers
  • Must be able to work in-office from the Santa Clara, CA office (on-site)

Everpure Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Everpure and has not been reviewed or approved by Everpure.

  • Equity Value & Accessibility Equity and stock purchase programs are described as meaningful parts of total compensation, with RSUs and an ESPP highlighted as strengths.
  • Strong & Reliable Incentives Sales compensation is structured to support long sales cycles, including policies that pay full commission until the first sale for new or white‑space accounts.
  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage is portrayed as comprehensive, with multiple medical options, fully covered vision, dental PPO choices, mental‑health resources, and company HSA contributions.

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The Company
HQ: Santa Clara, CA
4,090 Employees
Year Founded: 2009

What We Do

Pure Storage (NYSE:PSTG) helps innovators build a better world with data. Pure's data solutions enable SaaS companies, cloud service providers, and enterprise and public sector customers to deliver real-time, secure data to power their mission-critical production, DevOps, and modern analytics environments in a multi-cloud environment. One of the fastest growing enterprise IT companies in history, Pure Storage enables customers to quickly adopt next-generation technologies, including artificial intelligence and machine learning, to help maximize the value of their data for competitive advantage. And with a Satmetrix-certified NPS customer satisfaction score in the top one percent of B2B companies, Pure's ever-expanding list of customers are among the happiest in the world.

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