Member Of Technical Staff-Drive FW Validation Engineer

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SHOULD YOU ACCEPT THIS CHALLENGE...

The DFM Firmware Team plays a crucial role in designing and developing the Direct Flash Module (DFM) – a key module of Pure's Flasharray and Flashblade enterprise storage solutions. The DFM is an internally designed enterprise storage device using the NAND flash technology. Compared with the off-the-shelf SSD, the DFM has the competitive advantage of  simplicity, high performance, low cost and scalability.

As a member of the DFM team, you’ll be actively engaged in all phases of the product development cycle with a focus on validation of the various FW modules. You will be involved in analysing the existing tests and enhancing/adding the new test cases to ensure end to coverage of the FW design with a key focus on the exception/error scenarios. You would be also responsible for developing the FW regression test suite which would be used for nightly/weekly runs and helps in assessing the FW stability for the regular and milestone specific FW releases. 

What You Will Be Doing

Pure Storage is seeking a full-time Firmware Validation Engineer to join our device firmware team. You will be working as part of a small, but fast growing, dynamic team and will be responsible for:

• Implementing firmware test for Pure Storage’s DirectFlash™ SSD Modules
• Investigating and debugging issues, and developing failure analysis tools and process
• Coding and testing in C/C++ and Python
• Develops and delivers the firmware verification tests for various firmware SSD/NAND features and enhance the regression test suite
• Internal development automation including continuous integration, automated unit and regression testing, etc
• Working closely with hardware, system software and manufacturing teams

The ideal candidate would be someone who is a team player and perceived as highly skilled in test development/debugging for hardware/firmware/system validation needs..

What You Bring to the Team

• Upto 2 years of experience developing software to validate hardware components/systems with strong SW & HW debug skills
• Scripting experience in Python with exposure to OOP; C++ experience is a plus.
• Experience in a hardware testing/software testing validation lab for SSDs or Embedded industry segments
• B.E. or M.E in Electrical Eng, Electronics & Communication Eng, Computer Eng
• Knowledge of NAND Flash, Firmware Architecture/Design in Solid State Drive (SSD) or similar storage domain is a plus
• Independent ability to devise, implement, automate and refine qualification methods
• Good knowledge on hardware design, storage architectures and storage interfaces.
• Good verbal communication & collaboration skill.
• Must be willing and able to work in an open office, team environment.

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.