Sr. Solutions Architect – Converged Platform Infrastructure

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

You will architect and drive the technical vision for our next-generation Converged Architecture Platforms, integrating Pure Storage with the Cisco data center ecosystem. This strategic role is pivotal in accelerating customer success by designing and documenting full-stack FlashStack solutions and influencing the product roadmap. Partner closely with Product Management, Alliance Partners, and Field Sales to deliver world-class reference architectures and technical enablement.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Own the Solutions Roadmap: Influence and drive the execution of the Converged Infrastructure (CI) solutions roadmap, focusing on FlashStack and integrating key hypervisor platforms like VMWare, Nutanix, and OpenShift, to meet evolving customer demands and market strategies.

• Architect and Validate Solutions: Design, build, and demonstrate complex, full-stack solutions within our lab environment, integrating Pure Storage with Cisco compute, networking, and third-party technologies to ensure seamless functionality and robust best practices.

• Create High-Impact Technical Content: Author and publish professional technical collateral, including Cisco Validated Designs (CVDs), white papers, and reference architectures, that clearly translate technical features into tangible business value for customers and partners globally.

• Lead Solution Evangelism: Represent Pure Storage as a subject matter expert, leading presentations and public speaking engagements to proactively promote FlashStack and CI solutions to customers, partners, and prospects, directly impacting solution adoption and sales enablement across the globe.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Deep Converged Infrastructure Expertise: Thorough, in-depth technical knowledge of the Cisco Data Center portfolio (Nexus, MDS, UCS) and major Converged Infrastructure platforms, including FlashStack. Includes expertise with Cisco management tools like Intersight, DCNM, and UCS Director, and a working knowledge of boot from SAN and Direct Attach technologies.

• Hypervisor and Data Center Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of at least one major hypervisor platform (VMWare, Nutanix, Hyper-V, or OpenShift) and sound infrastructure knowledge of Linux distributions, storage, compute, and networking within a modern data center environment.

• Automation and Scripting Fluency: Proven ability to apply and implement automation technologies, with required hands-on experience in scripting environments such as Ansible, Terraform, and Python to streamline proof-of-concepts, validation, and solution deployment.

• Technical Content and Communication Leadership: Exceptional ability to outline, create, and publish complex technical documents (like CVDs) on schedule, coupled with strong verbal and public speaking skills to effectively convey technical strategies and customer benefits to diverse global audiences.

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

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.

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.
 
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.

JOIN US AND BRING YOUR BEST.

BRING YOUR BOLD.

BRING YOUR FLASH.