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Linux Kernel Software Engineer - Systems Engineering
Pure Storage INC · 🇺🇸 Santa Clara, California
Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 47 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Mar 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 67 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Pure Storage INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles3 certified filings for “Member of Technical Staff (Software Engineer)” (Information Technology Project Managers) in CA: $223k–$250k, median $250k. Most were filed at wage level IV (100%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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Sponsor Radar — Pure Storage INC
The US Department of Labor certified 47 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Mar 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 67 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
Everpure (NYSE: P) has evolved from storage pioneer to data platform, closing fiscal 2026 with $3.7 billion in revenue, its first billion-dollar quarter, and accelerating growth into FY27. Our strategic agenda spans the companies defining the next era of technology - hyperscalers, AI labs, the AI hardware supply chain, data platform providers, and the broader AI ecosystem. 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 Join a world-class team of engineers building the next generation of enterprise storage solutions. As a key contributor, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, developing and optimizing the Linux kernel to push the boundaries of performance and reliability. You'll play a vital role in shaping the future of our products, collaborating with a brilliant team to solve complex challenges and deliver groundbreaking results. WHAT YOU'LL DO • Develop new features within the Linux kernel in support of Pure’s enterprise storage products. • Maintain and patch existing code to resolve difficult problems, including customer issues. • Optimize performance of the kernel within Pure’s arrays to meet customer requirements • Work cross-functionally and with partners and vendors, to diagnose and resolve problems at the boundary of hardware and software • Lead the architecture and development of software from initial concept to release, ensuring high-quality, resilient, and high-performance outcomes. • Collaborate and share knowledge with peers, providing mentorship as necessary. • Participate in code reviews and collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements for upcoming enterprise storage server projects. WHAT YOU BRING • Deep, hands-on experience in Linux kernel and device driver development, with a proven ability to ship high-performance, resilient products. • A strong foundation in computer architecture, operating systems, networking and core concepts like algorithms and data structures. • Exceptional problem-solving and debugging skills, with a natural curiosity to explore, design, and validate your work. • The ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly, both in writing and verbally. • Experience in optimizing performance across various layers, including CPU instruction sets, NUMA, interrupt handling, and threading. • Preferred experience • Experience upstreaming your Linux kernel code • Experience in storage system concepts and related protocols, especially NVME and PCIe • Working with hardware vendors to resolve difficult problems • We are primarily an in-office environment and therefore, you will be expected to work from the Santa Clara, CA office in compliance with Everpure’s policies, unless you are on PTO, or work travel, or other approved leave. #LI-ONSITE 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. There is no application deadline and we accept applications on an ongoing basis until the job is filled. The annual base salary range is: $167,000 — $246,000 USD 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