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Software Engineer

NetApp
life insurance, paid time off
United States, Massachusetts, Waltham
Mar 19, 2025
Job Summary As a Sr. Software Engineer in NetApp's Cloud Platforms organization, you will work as part of a team responsible for actively participating in driving our Cloud solutions development and strategy. You will participate in activities that include designing, developing, testing and debugging of complex operating systems that run NetApp storage management applications in the Cloud. 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 in this organization focus on enhancements to existing solutions, as well as new product development for all major Cloud providers. Essential Functions: * 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 architecture and definition, design and development, test design and automation, debugging and support, and supporting resolution of critical/high visibility customer issues * Participate in technical discussions within the immediate group and across functions to evaluate and execute design and development plans for products * Decompose complex problems into simple solutions via in-depth evaluation and interaction with cross functional teams * Handle unstructured tasks and conducting 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 * Act as a technical advisor to engineers within the team and across functions * Demonstrate leadership and vision in determining and driving strategy decisions Job Requirements * Strong oral and written communication skills are required * Ability to work collaboratively with other engineers and have strong influencing and leadership skills * A minimum of 10 years of experience in software/systems engineering is required, with programming skills in C, C++, Python or equivalent * 5+ years of experience in data management systems & storage platforms for managing and storing data across various workloads and environments. (Ex: NetApp's ONTAP or similar systems) * Hands-on, pperational knowledge in any of the major Clouds, preferably AWS * Ability to operate as a technical lead to develop longer-range project plans and schedules to complete complex projects or new product development with a subteam of peers * Ability to convert vague and undefined requirements into clearly articulated ones * Works with limited supervision and can operate, drive results and set priorities independently * Demonstrated experience as a technical mentor to junior engineers in a team * Must work effectively with staff to senior leadership within the function, across functions and with external parties Education * A Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, a Master's Degree, or a PhD; or equivalent experience is required * A minimum of 10 years of experience in software/systems engineering is required * Demonstrated ability to have completed multiple, complex technical projects #Sponsor Compensation: The target salary range for this position is 152,150 - 226,490 USD. The salary offered will be determined by the candidate's location, qualifications, experience, and education and may be outside of this range. 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, Performance-Based Incentives, employee stock purchase plan, and/or restricted stocks (RSU's), with all offerings subject to regional variations and governed by local laws, regulations, and company policies. Benefits may vary by country and region, and further details will be provided as part of 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. Did you know... Statistics show women apply to jobs only when they're 100% qualified. But no one is 100% qualified. We encourage you to shift the trend and apply anyway! We look forward to hearing from you. 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.