Software Engineer

About NetApp

NetApp is a leader in intelligent data infrastructure, providing unified storage, integrated data services, and solutions that empower organizations to maximize their data's potential from AI to multicloud environments. We encourage innovation and collaboration, helping customers transform and grow with cutting-edge technologies as we aim for $10 billion in growth. Join us to contribute creativity, curiosity, and drive across teams that deliver impactful results.

Job Summary

As a Software Engineer at NetApp, you will engage in developing high-quality embedded software and firmware that supports our storage systems and flash-based performance solutions. You will design and build technologies involved with the latest processors, memory tech, communication protocols, and system management features.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and specify software and firmware requirements throughout the product lifecycle.
• Architect and design software solutions and frameworks.
• Develop, integrate, test, and debug embedded software and firmware components.
• Conduct performance assessments and optimize system functionality.
• Support early customer interactions and ongoing maintenance activities.
• Provide technical leadership and collaborate across teams to deliver new platforms and features.
• Address complex technical problems using innovative approaches with ownership of deliverables.
• Communicate effectively with engineers, project teams, and senior leadership to influence technical decisions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years of professional software development experience, specifically with embedded systems and hardware-focused software such as low-level drivers.
• Proficiency in programming languages including C, C++, and Python.
• Experience with source control tools like Git and GitHub.
• Skilled in creating and executing unit tests, functional tests, and integration testing.
• Strong background in embedded software and firmware design and coding.
• Experience with UNIX-based operating systems like Linux or FreeBSD.
• Familiarity with DevOps and CI/CD methodologies for streamlined development and deployment.
• Use of AI-powered software engineering tools to enhance quality and effectiveness.
• Ability to collaborate efficiently in dynamic team environments and mentor junior engineers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of platform management technologies such as IPMI, Redfish, Swordfish, environmental monitoring.
• Experience with hardware communication interfaces including RS-232, I2C, SPI, CAN, USB, and Ethernet.
• Familiarity with x86 architectures, memory modules like NVRAM and Flash, and networking hardware.
• Understanding of storage and interconnect technologies such as SATA, SAS, PCIe, and NVMe.

Desired Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to deliver solutions under aggressive deadlines through teamwork.
• Strong analytical and creative problem-solving abilities.
• Quick adaptability to new technologies.
• Deep understanding of computer architecture, data structures, algorithms, and software engineering principles.
• Capability to utilize standard engineering methods to resolve complex technical challenges.

Work Environment and Culture

NetApp supports a hybrid work culture balancing onsite presence and flexibility to promote collaboration and connectivity. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to preventing discrimination based on any protected class.

Additional Information

Applicants must submit applications through the official company recruitment system. Direct outreach to employees or recruiters does not influence the hiring process. Some recruitment stages may integrate AI tools to aid evaluation without replacing human judgment.