System Software Engineer (C++)

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.

Our customers love FlashArray and FlashBlade for its simplicity of management, the constant flow of new and exciting innovation, and ability to live on the cutting edge of technology with never taking a downtime, ever. We are constantly extending the capabilities of our products, more recently via extending into the cloud, e.g. with CloudSnap and Cloud Block Store for AWS. These new innovations enable our customers to leverage the agility of the public cloud for both traditional IT and cloud-native applications.

The Engineering teams are responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining new features according to the roadmap for both out products. They take a strong ownership of these features, including addressing new requirements and technical updates like bug fixes or compliance changes. Our teams collaborate closely across functions and locations with other engineering teams, product development, account management, and other stakeholders.

SHOULD YOU ACCEPT THIS CHALLENGE...

• Design and implement creative new algorithms and technologies for high-performance, highly reliable systems (think six 9’s)
• Own and deliver innovation end-to-end, from concept to shipped feature or product
• Ensure that features we design are inline with product management requirements and customer expectations
• Represent the team in technical leadership meetings
• Ensure the team efficiently delivers according to plans and in the highest quality possible
• Analyse and solve challenging problems through persistence and insight
• Work as a team with smart peers who inspire you and who are inspired by you
• Make customers really happy, because that’s why we do what we do
• Learn a ton, whether you know a lot, or nothing about system software

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO BRING TO THIS ROLE...

• A minimum of 5 years experience using C++
• Knowledge of another language like Java, Python or Go is a big plus
• Natural curiosity with proven design sensibility and willingness to work in a collaborative, team oriented environment
• Experience in any number of related systems software projects e.g: Distributed systems, Operating systems, Linux Kernel, Database internals, Hypervisors, Containers, Compiler Optimization, etc.
• Must be willing and able to work in an open office environment
• Excellent communication skills, the ability to present technical information
• Engineering mindset and the no problem is too hard to solve attitude
• A BS degree in Computer Science; Advanced degrees are a bonus!

We are primarily an in-office environment and therefore, you will be expected to work from the Prague office in compliance with Pure’s policies, unless you are on PTO, or work travel, or other approved leave.

This role may be eligible for incentive pay and/or equity. 

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. 

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US:

• Pure Innovation: We celebrate those who think critically, like a challenge and aspire to be trailblazers.
• Pure 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 Large Workplaces in the Bay Area™, Fortune's Best Workplaces for Millennials™ and certified as a Great Place to Work®!
• Pure 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 TA-Ops@purestorage.com if you’re invited to an interview.

WHERE DIFFERENCES FUEL INNOVATION:

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. At Pure Storage, diversity, equity, inclusion and sustainability are part of our DNA because we believe our people will shape the next chapter of our success story.​ 

Pure Storage is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities, and people with intersectional identities. We also encourage you to apply even if you feel you don’t match all of the role criteria. If you think you can do the job and feel you’re a good match, please apply.