Job Description

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. .

Pure is blazing trails and setting records:

• For eight 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

across these dimensions * And, our 4,000+ 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.

Director, IT Applications and India Site Lead

Reporting to: Chief Information Officer

Location: Bengaluru, India

The charter of the Digital Transformation Office

The Digital Transformation Office is a new function critical to the continued success and growth of Pure Storage. Its charter encompasses two areas of focus: * Driving growth and faster business outcomes through IT

• Accelerating the adoption of Pure as-a-Service (PaaS) - the solution that makes our existing products available as a service for our customers

Director, IT Applications and India Site Lead

We are seeking a strong IT leader with proven experience in building up a new India site from ground up for a Technology company. In this role, for the first 12 months your main focus (75-80%) will be to build the Bengaluru based DTG organization - comprising Pure IT, Pure Security Office, Digital Products and PMO. From a longer term perspective, you will be part of the global Pure IT Business Applications team focussing on digital transformation projects that drive the desired business outcomes.

What will you do?

• Build the org, ensuring that our global processes and values are applied
• Establish rapport, credibility and cohesion across all the DTG teams ensuring a sense of identity in a remote site
• Develop a strategy for attracting, hiring and retaining the right talent for all DTG India positions and execute on that strategy, enabling the organization to meet its hiring and diversity goals
• Develop on-boarding, training and mentoring programs for the DTG India employees
• Act as a sounding board to the global DTG leaders in the development of the India organization
• Bring credibility as the DTG representative on the India leadership team and work with the local leadership on any operational matters (space allocations, event planning, volunteer programs etc.)
• Be the face of DTG in the local community (e.g. visit universities to build recruiting pipelines, run job fairs etc.)

What you bring to the team

The experienced candidate that we will identify has a very good understanding of the India IT market and its opportunities as well as challenges.

An influential and credible leader with broad technical and functional expertise you are able to build an org with the right balance of potential and skills.

Your deep domain expertise in ERP and SCM will add value as we undertake transformational projects to modernize and innovate our solutions.

Desired qualifications

• Strong high tech background with 15+ years of professional experience with a focus on building technical - IT and product - teams
• Hands on expertise in ERP and Supply Chain SaaS solutions and processes
• Experience with cross-functional senior stakeholder management
• Demonstrated track record of matrixed leadership through influence.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a highly collaborative environment with heavy emphasis on teamwork.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate at all levels of the organization internally and externally
• Team player who brings a sense of positive energy and the ability to influence, inspire and motivate cross-functional partners across the organization
• BS/BA, and MBA preferred

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 TA-Ops@purestorage.com.

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PURE'S COMPLIANCE WITH THE U.S. GOVERNMENT COVID-19 MANDATE

In accordance with Pure's policies, current and anticipated federal regulations, and our ongoing commitment to prioritizing the health and well-being of our employees, partners, and customers, and the community at large, where permitted by law, all Pure employees and contractors working in the United States are expected to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to your start date. Should you require an exemption for medical or religious reasons, you must initiate Pure's exemption request process which will determine if an exemption can be granted in accordance with applicable local, state, and/or federal law.