Core Operating System Engineer Job in Pure Storage

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING...

• Develop software infrastructure and processes for managing distribution repositories, packages and upgrades.
• Own and drive upgrades our core OS Ubuntu on a regular cadence to the latest version across the FlashArray and Flashblade platforms.
• Build and demonstrate expertise in Core OS system services, applications and libraries.
• Influence the product architecture and help implement strategies to help us efficiently maintain a large fleet in the field through timely push upgrades.
• Collaborate with CI/CD and data center teams to optimize build flow and resource usage.
• Collaborate and consult with peer development teams through knowledge sharing and code reviews.
• Full life cycle software development from architecture through development, release and maintenance.

SKILLS THAT YOU NEED FOR THE ROLE

Required

• 3+ years of experience with Linux desktop/server/embedded distributions as a user, developer or administrator.
• Strong coding skills in at least two of C, C++, Rust, Python, Go, bash etc.
• Interest in working on diverse components and tackling problems across the full Linux software stack.

Desired

• Experience with RHEL/Debian/Ubuntu packaging and package management.
• Experience in customizing Linux distributions for embedded, desktop, server or cloud applications.
• Experience in working with upstream open source communities.
• Working knowledge of common tools and frameworks used in CI/CD environments.
• Bachelor s or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering.

SKILLS YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

• You have proven ability and desire to work in a collaborative and team oriented environment.
• You love technology, working with talented people and have a passion to build cool new products.
• You are flexible, accountable and have excellent communication skills.
• You value soft skills and are enterprising, thoughtful, and self-motivated.
• You thrive in a globally distributed team through self-discipline and self-motivation.