Software Engineer (C, C++)

Job Summary

We are hiring Software Engineers to be involved in development & design of the features for NetApp’s flagship storage operating system ONTAP.

ONTAP is a feature rich stack with its rich data management capabilities that has tremendous value to our customers and are used in mission critical applications across the world. You will work as part of a team responsible for the development, testing and debugging of distributed software that drives NetApp cloud, hybrid-cloud and on-premises solutions.

As part of the Research and Development function, the overall focus of the group is on competitive market and customer requirements, supportability, technology advances, product quality, product cost and time-to-market. Software engineers focus on enhancements to existing products as well as new product development.

This is an early in career technical position that requires an individual to be systems-focused, creative, team-oriented, technologically savvy, able to work in a small and large cross-functional teams, willing to learn and driven to produce results.

Job Requirements

• Strong foundation in system software design and development.
• Hands-on programming experience in C, C++, and Python.
• Deep understanding of Unix/Linux systems programming and multithreaded application development.
• Solid knowledge of operating system internals and related concepts.
• Experience in the Storage domain and Distributed Systems is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated commitment to software engineering best practices, code quality, and continuous improvement.
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality solutions within aggressive timelines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse technical and business stakeholders.
• Understanding of customer deployment environments and experience collaborating with teams beyond engineering.
• Self-driven, motivated, and adaptable individual with strong ownership, independence, problem-solving skills, and a collaborative mindset.
• Contribute as a key member of the engineering team in developing new features, sustaining existing functionality, and addressing engineering escalations.
• Participate throughout the software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, debugging, testing, and customer support.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams such as QA, System Test Engineering, and other engineering groups to understand customer requirements, deliver high-quality solutions, and incorporate valuable feedback into product development.
• Work effectively with fellow engineers to troubleshoot, analyse, and resolve complex technical challenges.

Education

• A Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or Computer Science with 4-8 years of experience, or a Master’s Degree; or equivalent experience is required.

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.

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AI Disclosure

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