Engineering Manager- FlashArray, Automation

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What do NASA and emerging space companies have in common with COVID vaccine R&D teams or with Roblox and the Metaverse? 

The answer is data, -- all fast moving, fast growing industries rely on data for a competitive edge in their industries. And the most advanced companies are realizing the full data advantage by partnering with Pure Storage. Pure’s vision is to redefine the storage experience and empower innovators by simplifying how people consume and interact with data. With 11,000+ customers including 58% of the Fortune 500, we’ve only scratched the surface of our ambitions. 

Pure is blazing trails and setting records:

• For ten straight years, Gartner has named Pure a leader in the Magic Quadrant 
• Our customer-first culture and unwavering commitment to innovation have earned us a certified Net Promoter Score in the top 1% of B2B companies globally
• Industry analysts and press applaud Pure’s leadership across these dimensions
• And, our 5,000+ employees are emboldened to make Pure a faster, stronger, smarter company as we go
  
  

If you, like us, say “bring it on” to exciting challenges that change the world, we have endless opportunities where you can make your mark.

SHOULD YOU ACCEPT THIS CHALLENGE...

Pure Storage is seeking a Engineering Manager to help lead product development and grow the overall engineering organization. You will be leading a team of software developers in the creation of our product and will need to partner with product management, QA, technical writing, and various other software teams. You will also provide the necessary technical direction and mentoring to employees on your team and others to achieve successful project outcomes.

In this role, you'll get to learn and contribute to the process of developing great technology and building a successful company. Our open culture and transparency in both strategy and operations allow employees a deeper level of engagement in engineering and business decisions.

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

• Manager of SDLC who will help lead and grow a team into developing automated test infrastructure for software-based all-flash storage arrays
• Collaborate with software and hardware engineers to define test automation requirements by participating in product design reviews
• Lead by example in doing hands-on design, development, and debugging
• Provide technical direction and mentoring to employees on your team and others to ensure product quality and on-time deliverables
• Identify and leverage metrics that allow us to ensure and improve our release process
• Must be willing and able to work in an open office, team environment

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TEAM...

• BS in Computer Science or equivalent
• 3+ years of technical management experience, at multiple levels while staying hands-on in testing, troubleshooting or development
• Successfully manage and lead a team with senior engineers
• 5+ years of software automation or quality assurance experience (Python, C, etc)
• Proven expertise in managing projects throughout the entire development life-cycle
• Experience with troubleshooting and managing a complex automation system
• Solid knowledge of end-to-end quality best practices
• Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills

• You will be based in Santa Clara, CA. As this is an office-centric role, you are expected to be present in the office for 4 days a week. As outlined in Pure's Hybrid Work Policy, there will be variations over periods of time, depending on business need.

The annual base salary range is: $184,000 – $281,000. 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. 

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 tea