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Software Engineer (Networking / C++)
Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, United StatesJob Summary
We deliver a software defined secure infrastructure to build enterprise storage products with a highly available, scale-out architecture that powers NetApp’s flagship operating system, ONTAP, within FAS and software defined environments.
ONTAP depends on this software defined infrastructure to deliver blocks protocol access, intra/inter cluster communication, licensing in FAS, cloud or software-defined deployments, state of the art security encryption, identity management and infrastructure to self-diagnose issues. ONTAP leverages this infrastructure to enhance data fabric experience and to stay ahead of industry trends. The resiliency and performance of this infrastructure is the key to running a stable ONTAP.
We are looking for a Software Engineer who has strong coding skills with 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 a mid-level technical position that requires an individual to be broad-thinking, 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. . As a Software Engineer working in NetApp’s ONTAP Software and Systems Group (OSSG), you’ll regularly participate internally across functions within a development team focused on delivering high quality functionality of software defined infrastructure in ONTAP.
Job Requirements
- Collaborate with team members on designing and implementing software with a focus on simplicity, reliability, and manageability using C++
- Object-oriented systems programming
- Experience working with file systems, distributed systems, client-server programming, Networking , multi-threaded applications, and operating systems such as FreeBSD, Linux
- Strong grasp of computer architecture, data structures, algorithms, and standard programming practices
- Demonstrated creative and systematic approach to problem solving
- Participate in product design, development, verification, troubleshooting, and delivery of a system or major subsystems, including authoring project specifications
- Write unit and automated integration tests
- Develop maintainable, efficient, and reliable software
- Participate in customer escalations
- Conduct and participate in technical discussions within the team as well as with other groups across Business Units in the company
- Provide guidance and mentoring to junior engineers on the team
- Work with staff to VP level employees within the role’s functions and across functions, with external parties and senior engineers within the Business Unit
- Strong oral and written communication skills are essential
- Possesses sufficient technical knowledge and experience to pick up new expertise quickly with guidance from a technical leader
- Strong aptitude for learning new technologies
- A strong understanding of complex concepts related to computer architecture, data structures and programming practices
- Follow standard engineering principles and practices
- Ability to work under limited supervision and direction
- May work with teams across the company in problem solving and design efforts
- The individual will begin to develop a technical specialty
Interaction:
- Work effectively with staff to senior manager level employees within the function and the technical team on assigned projects. There may be communication with employees in other functions within Business Units as required
- Work independently
- Successfully convey information to stakeholders at many levels related to the position
- Participate as a proactive contributor and subject matter expert on team projects
- Demonstrate favorable results through coaching and influencing others
Education
· A Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience, master’s degree is a plus
· Minimum of 5 years of software development experience, 5-7 years is preferred
Strong aptitude for learning new technologies
“At NetApp, we fully embrace and advance a diverse, inclusive global workforce with a culture of belonging that leverages the backgrounds and perspectives of all employees, customers, partners, and communities to foster a higher performing organization.” – George Kurian, CEO
Compensation
The base salary range for this position is $120,000 - $180,000 and will be determined by the candidate's location, qualifications, experience, and education. 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 (PTO), various Leave options, Performance-Based Incentives, employee stock purchase plan, and/or restricted stocks (RSU’s), with all offerings subject to regional variations and governed by local laws, regulations, and company policies. Benefits may vary by country and region, and further details will be provided as part of the recruitment process.
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