Hardware Validation Engineer

WHAT YOU'LL DO Drive Platform Bring-Up & System Validation: Lead end-to-end bring-up and testing for diverse server platforms and hardware configurations, ensuring robust system reliability before customer deployment. Execute Root-Cause Analysis & Technical Diagnostics: Perform deep-dive troubleshooting across hardware, firmware, and Linux system layers to isolate complex failures and deliver actionable engineering recommendations. Automate & Optimize Validation Workflows: Design and maintain custom shell scripts and diagnostic tools to streamline testing processes, improve coverage, and accelerate issue resolution. Partner Cross-Functionally for Deployment Success: Collaborate directly with internal Hardware, firmware, software, test development teams and external customer and partner teams to resolve technical roadblocks and continuously elevate platform performance. WHAT YOU BRING Systems & Validation Expertise: Practical experience in server validation, system bring-up, lab engineering, or hardware testing environments is a plus. Linux Proficiency: Hands-on command of Linux environments—including installation, system configuration, command-line usage, and failure diagnosis using standard tools. Analytical Problem-Solving: A structured approach to debugging unfamiliar system behaviors across hardware, OS, and firmware interfaces. Scripting & Automation Capabilities: Practical skill in writing and using Bash, Python, or other shell scripts to automate diagnostics and workflow tasks. Collaborative Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to document complex diagnostic findings and partner effectively across global engineering teams. #LI-ONSITE 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 Fortune's Best Workplaces in Technology™, Fortune's 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 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. 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.