MTS Kernel Engineer
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Job Summary
Were 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 workwork that changes the worldis what the tech industry was founded on. So if youre ready to seize the endless opportunities and leave your mark come join us.
THE ROLE
As the Team Lead for Initiator & Protocol Engineering you will spearhead the critical bridge between our industry-leading FlashArray and the Linux/VMWare ecosystems. You will drive the performance and reliability of our storage protocol stacksspanning NVMe over Fabrics and Fibre Channelensuring Pure Storage remains the gold standard for enterprise connectivity. Collaborating closely with cross-functional hardware and software teams youll mentor a high-caliber engineering squad to solve complex kernel-level challenges and influence the global Linux upstream community.
WHAT YOULL DO
Own the Protocol Lifecycle: Lead the development maintenance and optimization of Linux and VMWare initiator stacks (NVMeoF FC-SCSI iSCSI) and target drivers to ensure seamless high-performance integration with Pure FlashArray.
Drive System Resilience: Architect enhancements for Fibre Channel and NIC driver stacks that improve RAS (Reliability Availability and Serviceability) specifically focusing on multipathing logic and link health monitoring.
Technical Leadership & Mentorship: Guide a team of senior and junior engineers through complex project deliveries conducting deep-dive code reviews and setting the technical bar for C/C and Python development within the kernel space.
Solve the Impossible: Act as the final escalation point for the most challenging system-level bugs found in the field or internal testing utilizing protocol analyzers and kernel debugging tools to provide root-cause analysis and long-term fixes.
Shape the Ecosystem: Optimize initiator behavior for maximum throughput and minimum latency contributing key performance enhancements and bug fixes back to the Linux upstream kernel to benefit the broader storage community.
WHAT YOU BRING
Kernel & Driver Mastery: Proven expertise in Linux/Unix kernel development and writing robust device drivers specifically within storage or networking subsystems.
Protocol Architecture: Deep technical command of storage protocols such as NVMe (TCP ROCE FC) or SCSI (FCP iSCSI) including experience designing and implementing significant components of these stacks.
Leadership Impact: Demonstrated ability to lead complex engineering projects from conception to delivery while mentoring peers and fostering a culture of high-quality automated-first development.
Advanced Problem Solving: Expert-level debugging skills for complex system/kernel issues and a track record of using performance analysis tools to optimize storage system bottlenecks.
Location: We are primarily an in-office environment and therefore you will be expected to work from the OFFICELOCATION office in compliance with Pures policies unless you are on PTO or work travel or other approved leave.
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 Fortunes Best Workplaces in Technology Fortunes 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 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 if youre invited to an interview.
OUR COMMITMENT TO A STRONG AND INCLUSIVE TEAM:
Were forging a future where everyone finds their rightful place and where every voice matters. Where uniqueness isnt just accepted but embraced. Thats 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.
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About Company
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