Job Summary

 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.

Software Development Engineer: Plans, designs, develops and tests software systems or applications for software enhancements and new products.

What You’ll Do

Works on difficult problems of broad scope where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of numerous factors; Works or solves problems within own job function. May work with teams across the company in problem solving and design efforts.

• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Work collaboratively within a team of other engineers and have strong influencing and leadership skills.
• Generalist technical knowledge within department and working knowledge of major system component interactions; Recognized expert in a portion of product area.
• Strong aptitude for learning new technologies.
• Ability to estimate work completion required to build an overall predictable plan.
• Strong generalist understanding of concepts related to computer architecture, data structures and standard programming practices.
• Develop longer-range project plans and schedules for individual or work for a small team.
• Creative and analytical approach to problem solving.
• Responsible for unstructured tasks and the issues addressed are less defined requiring new perspectives, creative approaches and with more interdependencies.
• Apply attained experiences and knowledge in solving problems that are complex in scope requiring in-depth evaluation.
• Work effectively with staff to Vice-President level employees within the function, across functions and with external parties
• Limited supervision and direction is provided, as this individual can operate, drive results and set priorities independently
• Successfully convey information to stakeholders at many levels related to the position

Job Requirements

• Work effectively with senior engineers within Business Unit
• Participate as a proactive contributor and subject matter expert
• Demonstrate favorable results through regular leadership and mentoring others
• Decisions or errors in judgment would have limited operational or financial impact
• Participates in product design, development, verification, troubleshooting and delivery of system or major subsystems; Delivers resilient, robust, durable designs; Demonstrates competence with product design and release documentation.
• More unstructured tasks, processes less defined, more interdependencies, etc. Works on difficult problems of broad scope where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of numerous factors
• Writes, reviews and approves design and test specifications, as well as product requirements
• Successful in demonstrating favorable results through leadership and influencing in most cases.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to more junior engineers.
• Lead and participate in technical discussions within the immediate group and across functions, where evaluating and executing design and development plans for products are reviewed.
• Works independently; Coordinates activities with managers and engineers in different groups and other engineering disciplines

Education

Required

• BS in EE/CS or CS or equivalent. 
• Minimum 8 years of experience, 9+ years preferred.

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.  Join us, and we’ll help each other do our best work!