Senior UX Designer, FlashArray

BE PART OF BUILDING THE FUTURE.

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.

Our customers love our flagship product FlashArray, for its simplicity of management, a constant flow of new and exciting innovation and its ability to expand on cutting-edge technology with no downtime, ever. Most recently, we extended the value of our FlashArray capabilities into the cloud with CloudSnap and Cloud Block Store for AWS. These new innovations enable our customers to leverage the agility of the public cloud for both traditional IT and cloud-native applications.

To help FlashArray remain an industry-leading product, our teams are developing core and groundbreaking features for our customers across the globe. Data has no boundaries and with it, our engineering reach to tackle problems in the Data domain being in the cloud, private data centres, or the hybrid cloud. We are seeking engineers to solve tough problems and leapfrog us in the as-a-service model. Be part of the change, don't wait for one!

SHOULD YOU ACCEPT THIS CHALLENGE...

• Lead the design of key features through collaboration with UX, PM, and Engineering, driving our product’s user experience forward.
• Plan and conduct user research, leading efforts to gather actionable insights that directly inform and shape the design decisions.
• Employ data-driven design, leveraging research and insights to inform your design decisions, ensuring they align with user expectations.
• Champion continuous improvement, iterating based on feedback to enhance the user experience.
• Develop holistic solutions that balance business goals with user delight, creating seamless experiences.
• Share knowledge with other team members and help us to improve design maturity.

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

• Proven Experience: Demonstrable experience in leading UX design projects, with a strong portfolio that showcases deep how your work has impacted the user experience and business objectives.
• Collaborative Spirit: Ability to work closely with cross-functional teams, including Product Management, Engineering, to create cohesive and effective designs.
• Research-Driven Design: A strong background in user-centred design principles and practices. Experience in planning and conducting user research.
• Problem-Solving Skills: A keen eye for identifying user needs, motivations, and behaviours. Ability to translate these insights into design solutions that address both user problems and business goals.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in design and prototyping in Figma. Understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is a plus, as it enables better communication with the engineering team.
• Continuous Learning: A commitment to learning and adapting to new technologies and design trends. Willingness to receive and act on feedback to constantly improve oneself and the design solutions.
• Design Advocacy: Passion for educating and advocating for user experience design best practices throughout the organization.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to think strategically about design, incorporating user insights, business requirements, and technical constraints into holistic design solutions that drive forward the company’s goals.
• English Language Proficiency: Excellent command of the English language, both written and verbal, is essential. The ability to articulate design concepts, user experience considerations, and decisions clearly and persuasively across different audiences and varying levels of the organization.

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.

BE YOU—CORPORATE CLONES NEED NOT APPLY.

Pure is where you ask big questions, think differently, and make an impact. This is not just a job, but a place where you have a voice and can accelerate your career. We value unique thoughts and celebrate individuality, and with ample opportunity to learn, develop yourself, and expand into different roles, joining Pure is an investment in your career journey.

Through our Pure Equality program, which supports a flourishing field of employee resource groups, we nourish the personal and professional lives of our team members. And our Pure Good Foundation gives back to local and global communities through volunteering and grants.

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.

PURE IS COMMITTED TO EQUALITY.

Research shows that in order to apply for a job, women feel they need to meet 100% of the criteria while men usually apply after meeting about 60%. Regardless of how you identify, if you believe you can do the job and are a good match, we encourage you to apply.

Pure is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action 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.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected].

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