Software Engineer - Core Systems and Storage Roles (Multiple Individual Contributor Levels)

Job Requirements

Qualifications

• Required Technical Qualifications
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ for systems-level development
• Understanding of data structures, algorithms, memory management, and concurrency
• Experience with Unix/Linux systems programming
• Experience with one or more: filesystems, storage systems, networking/protocol stacks, distributed systems, high-availability architectures
• Strong debugging and performance analysis skills (gdb, perf, tracing, profiling tools)
• Ability to write maintainable, well-documented code
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• Qualifications that make you stand out:
• Experience with ONTAP, WAFL, or similar storage operating systems
• Experience with NFS, SMB, SAN (iSCSI/FC), NVMe/TCP, NVMe-oF
• Experience with replication, clustering, HA, or consistency protocols
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, OCI)
• Exposure to kernel subsystems, VFS, IO schedulers, caching, or media management
• Experience with distributed systems design and large-scale performance tuning
• Knowledge of CI/CD, test automation, and modern development practices
• Education
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field
• Equivalent practical experience considered
• Compensation: The target salary range for this position is $120,000 - $280,000. 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, 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 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. Apply 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.