Software Development Engineer

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You can help bring new ideas to life, approaching each challenge with fresh eyes. Of course, you won’t be doing it alone. At NetApp, we’re all about asking for help when we need it, collaborating with others, and partnering across the organization – and beyond.

Job Summary

As a Software Engineer you will work as part of a team responsible for participating in the development, testing and debugging of operating systems and file systems that run NetApp storage applications. In this specific job, you will be a member of the Performance Engineering product development team. As part of the Research and Development function, the overall focus of the group is on competitive market and customer requirements, technology advances, product quality, product cost and time-to-market. Software engineers focus on enhancements to existing products as well as new product development.

The Performance Engineering product development team develops new innovations in the core 1/0 path explicitly targeted at improving ONTAP’s performance when deployed into various cloud environments including FSXn, GCNV, CVO and OCI. Job Responsibilities Develop a strong technical understanding of NetApp’s existing data management and storage solutions in the Cloud, their interdependencies, and limitations. Participate in all phases of the product development cycle including product design and development, test automation, debugging and support, and supporting resolution of impactful customer issues. Continuously monitor, analyze, and measure system health, availability, and latency using Google native tooling.

Develop and implement steps to improve system and application performance, availability, and reliability. Stay up to date with security trends and proactively identify, diagnose, and resolve complex security issues. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define, design, and ship new features and deliver performance requirements. Engage in incident management processes and resolve issues within agreed SLAs/SLOs and expected to be on Call rotations.

Handle unstructured tasks and conduct research to convert vague/undefined requirements into clearly articulated ones. Operate under limited supervision and direction, as this individual can operate, drive results and set priorities independently.

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field. 8+ years of hands‑on experience in software development and cloud engineering. Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as C/C++, Python and focused primarily on the OS and Filesystems, Kernel levels deeper insights. Strong hands‑on operational knowledge in at least one major cloud platform (AWS, GCP, or OCI). Strong knowledge of cloud architecture, services, and best practices.

Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. Excellent problem‑solving skills and attention to detail. Strong verbal and written communication skills, and collaboration skills are a must. Ability to work with limited supervision and operate and drive results independently.

Preferred Qualifications Experience in software development of distributed data management systems (E.g.: NetApp ONTAP or similar systems). Advanced certifications in AWS, GCP, or OCI.

Experience

with infrastructure‑as‑code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation.

Experience

with Cloud monitoring and logging tools. Education BS in Computer Science or a related field, or 8‑10+ years of professional experience in a relevant role.

Compensation

The target salary range for this position is 187,000 – 278,300 USD. The salary offered will be determined by the candidate’s location, qualifications, experience, and education and may be outside of this range. The range is based on “On Target Earnings” (OTE) representing the total potential earnings, which is the sum of the base salary and potential commission earned when performance targets are achieved. Final compensation packages are competitive and in line with industry standards, reflecting a variety of factors, and include a comprehensive benefits package.

This may cover Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Retirement or Pension Plans, Paid Time Off (PTO), various Leave options, employee stock purchase plan, and/or restricted stocks (RSU’s). These offerings are subject to regional variations and governed by local laws, regulations, and company policies. We will provide detailed information about the specific benefits for your region during the recruitment process. At NetApp, we embrace a hybrid working environment designed to strengthen connection, collaboration, and culture for all employees.

This means that most roles will have some level of in‑office and/or in‑person expectations, which will be shared during the recruitment process. Equal Opportunity Employer NetApp is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all federal, state and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination based on age, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability or genetic information, pregnancy, protected veteran status, and any other protected classification. Why NetApp We are all about helping customers turn challenges into business opportunity. It starts with bringing new thinking to age‑old problems, like how to use data most effectively to run better – but also to innovate.

We tailor our approach to the customer's unique needs with a combination of fresh thinking and proven approaches. We enable a healthy work‑life balance. Our volunteer time off program is best in class, offering employees 40 hours of paid time per year to volunteer with their favorite organizations. We provide comprehensive medical, dental, wellness, and vision plans for you and your family.

We offer educational assistance, legal services, and access to discounts. Finally, we provide financial savings programs to help you plan for your future. If you want to help us build knowledge and solve big problems, let’s talk. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at NetApp by 2x.

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