Software Engineer

Overview

At NetApp, we have a history of helping customers turn challenges into business opportunities. That’s because we bring new thinking to age-old problems, like how to use data most effectively in the most efficient possible way. As an Engineer with NetApp, you’ll have the opportunity to work with modern cloud and container orchestration technologies in a production setting. You’ll play an important role in scaling systems sustainably through automation and evolving them by pushing for changes to improve reliability and velocity.

Own Every Moment at NetApp

At NetApp, your ideas power innovation. We lead in intelligent data infrastructure - delivering unified storage, integrated data services, and solutions that help organizations unlock the full potential of their data, from AI to multicloud.

Ready to innovate and contribute to our path to $10B? Here, you'll collaborate with passionate teams, tackle real-world challenges, and see your impact in how customers transform and grow. If you're ready to bring curiosity, creativity, and drive to every moment, NetApp is where your journey begins. Join teams that drive results, innovate to elevate, and excel together across every function.

Job Summary

As a Software Engineer, you will be part of a team responsible for developing high-quality embedded software and firmware for NetApp storage systems and flash-based performance enhancement solutions. You will contribute to the design and development of innovative technologies that power industry-leading storage platforms, supporting the latest processors, memory technologies, protocols, and system management capabilities.

Essential Functions

You will participate in all phases of the product development lifecycle, including:

Analyzing and defining software and firmware requirements.

Designing software architectures and technical solutions.

Developing, integrating, testing, and debugging software and firmware.

Performing performance analysis and optimization.

Supporting early customer engagements and sustaining activities.

Providing technical leadership and coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver new platforms and features.

Responsibility

Solve complex technical challenges that are often non-routine and require innovative approaches.

technical expertise and experience to drive solutions and deliver high-quality results.

Take ownership of key deliverables and contribute to the successful execution of projects.

Interaction

Collaborate effectively with engineers, project teams, and stakeholders across the organization.

Communicate and influence technical decisions with employees ranging from individual contributors to vice president-level leadership.

Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product delivery and customer satisfaction.

Job Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

5+ years of software development experience, including embedded systems, hardware-oriented software, and low-level driver development.

Strong programming skills in C, C++, and Python.

Experience with source control systems such as Git/GitHub.

Hands-on experience developing and executing unit, functional, and integration tests.

Experience designing and developing embedded software and firmware.

Proficiency with Linux, FreeBSD, or other UNIX-based operating systems.

Experience implementing DevOps and CI/CD practices to enable efficient development and deployment processes.

Experience leveraging AI-powered tools and frameworks to improve software quality, productivity, and engineering effectiveness.

Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

Experience mentoring and supporting junior engineers.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with platform management technologies such as IPMI, Redfish, Swordfish, and environmental monitoring frameworks.

Familiarity with hardware interfaces including RS-232, I2C, SPI, CAN, USB, and Ethernet.

Experience with x86-based architectures, memory technologies (NVRAM, Flash), and networking hardware.

Familiarity with storage and interconnect technologies such as SATA, SAS, PCIe, and NVMe.

Desired Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to work collaboratively to deliver high-quality solutions within aggressive timelines.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a creative approach to technical challenges.

Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new technologies quickly.

Solid understanding of computer architecture, data structures, algorithms, and software engineering best practices.

Ability to apply standard engineering principles and practices to solve complex technical problems.

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.

Why You'll Thrive at NetApp

At NetApp, you won't wait for the perfect moment - you'll make it. The early planning, the extra thought, the bold idea that turns good into great: That's how our people operate and how we continue to push the boundaries of data infrastructure.

NetApp is the trusted partner for organizations transforming data into opportunity. As the only enterprise-grade storage service natively embedded in Google Cloud, AWS, and Microsoft Azure, we empower customers to run everything from traditional workloads to enterprise AI with unmatched performance, resilience, and security.

Our culture

We celebrate mold breakers, bold thinkers, and problem solvers. We reward initiative, impact, and ownership. We provide flexibility so you can balance professional ambition with your personal life. Here, differences are not just welcomed - they drive everything we do.

If you're ready to innovate, rise to the challenge, and own every moment - make your next move your best one. now.

Submitting an Application

To ensure a streamlined and fair hiring process for all candidates, our team only reviews applications submitted through our company website. This practice allows us to track, assess, and respond to applicants efficiently. Emailing our employees, recruiters, or Human Resources personnel directly will not influence your application.

AI Disclosure

For select roles, some stages of our hiring process may use artificial intelligence tools to help evaluate applications and candidate selection. These tools support - rather than replace - human decision-making.

Our values

Put the customer at the center. Care for each other and our communities. Think and act like owners. Build belonging every day. Embrace a growth mindset.

Benefits

Volunteer time off

40 hours of paid volunteer time each year.

Well-being

Employee Assistance Program, fitness, and mental health resources to help employees be their best.

Time away

Paid time off for vacation and to recharge.