About Us

NetApp is the data authority for hybrid cloud. We provide a full range of hybrid cloud data services that simplify management of applications and data across cloud and on-premises environments to accelerate digital transformation. Together with our partners, we empower global organizations to unleash the full potential of their data to expand customer touchpoints, foster greater innovation and optimize their operations.

About the Role

NetApp is looking for an Engineering Manager to join our All Flash Array and Hyper-Converged Infrastructure (NetApp HCI/AFA) storage development organization and manage our Performance Engineering team. NetApp HCI/AFA’s product includes a rapidly growing enterprise class data storage solution specifically designed for large scale, public and private cloud deployments. This is a great opportunity to work on a high-powered team delivering an industry changing product within an extremely high growth sector of the tech industry.

About the Team

Our Performance Engineering team is composed of Performance Analysts and Software Engineers along with a Test Engineer, Scrum Master and Product Owner.  The Performance Analysts define test requirements, analyze test results, determine root cause of performance drops, and drive performance improvements, etc. The Software Engineers focus on developing and maintaining Performance Test Automation. Our Test Engineer handles test execution and reporting along with system maintenance. 

We are currently seeking an experienced Agile Team Engineering Manager with a background in system performance to lead a cross functional team of talented performance minded engineers. Candidates must be proven technical leaders who can inspire and motivate. More specific responsibilities include:

• Guide team in navigating and working within our Scaled Agile for Enterprises (SAFe) / DevOps framework
• Help evolve and drive our organization wide Performance Strategy
• Identify and drive process improvements
• Work with Quality Team partners on release level activities
• Set performance expectations for individual employees and monitor their success in meeting these goals

About You

As an Engineering Manager you must be a proven technical leader who can build, lead and motivate software teams. You will partner with product management, architects, business owners and the team to define the team’s roadmap. You will have a continuous improvement mentality and always be on the look out for ways to make things better across the company and within your own scope of responsibility.
 

You Have

• 3+ years experience leading teams developing enterprise products in a high-growth, fast-paced system software engineering company
• Experience building system level or SaaS products with a focus on Performance:  enterprise storage appliances are the perfect match but other industries could include networking, operating systems, security, telecommunications and database systems
• Experience with Scaled Agile For Enterprises (SAFe), SCRUM, and DevOps
• In depth knowledge of system software development in Linux, C or C++
• 3+ years hands-on software development and/or performance analyst experience
• Strong track record of hiring, growing and nurturing cohesive, high performing development teams
• Effective multitasking skills, ability to work multiple projects and initiatives in parallel
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• BS in Computer Science or equivalent

What You'll Love About Us

• Our Culture: It’s our culture and our people. If you ask anyone at NetApp why they work here, the answer is inevitably the same: it’s the people.
• Our Location: We have a beautiful Boulder office, with amazing Flatiron views, on the vibrant downtown Pearl Street.
• Health Benefits: NetApp provides comprehensive medical, dental, wellness, and vision plans for you and your family.
• Financial and Savings Programs: Whether it’s flexible spending, stock purchases, or competitive retirement plans, we work with you to capitalize on total compensation now and into the future.
• Work Life balance and more: To make sure of work-life balance, we offer paid and volunteer time off, educational assistance, legal services, and access to discounts and fitness centers.
• Global Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging: We fully embrace and advance a diverse, inclusive global workforce with a culture of belonging that leverages the backgrounds of all to cultivate a higher performing organization.
   

At NetApp, we take care of each other, our customers, our partners, and our communities simply because it’s the right thing to do. Along the way, we’ve repeatedly transformed businesses and set industry standards. Now, more game-changing developments are in the pipeline, and behind our breakthroughs is an open, collaborative culture that fuels fresh ideas. By sharing our viewpoints, challenging our thinking, and empowering our people, we create unique and novel approaches to solving problems. Join us, and we’ll help each other do our best work!