Principal Hardware Systems Engineer - Storage

Influence the architecture of scalable qualification frameworks, validation methodologies, automation infrastructure, and deployment readiness processes for cloud-scale environments. Establish qualification coverage, reliability requirements, usage models, telemetry strategy, and health monitoring frameworks to ensure production readiness at hyperscale. Drive resolution of the most complex storage and memory issues impacting Azure platform availability, performance, and reliability. Lead cross-functional investigations involving hardware, firmware, operating systems, drivers, and cloud services to identify root causes and define corrective actions. Represent team with OEMs, ODMs, silicon providers, and storage and memory ecosystem partners, assisting with issue debug as necessary. Champion engineering excellence through data-driven decision making, technical reviews, risk management, and continuous improvement of qualification processes. Guide team members on as-needed basis, be decisive, with the ability to adapt to change and competing demands Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 7+ years technical engineering experience OR Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 8+ years technical engineering experience OR equivalent experience. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage leadership audiences Knowledge of server system and storage architecture Experience integrating and validating hardware components and/or system levels Ability to collaborate effectively within a team, across internal organizations, and with industry partners, including OEMs and ODMs, while providing technical leadership to drive successful product development