Sr. Software Development Engineer

NetApp

NetApp

Software Engineering
Waltham, MA, USA
USD 159,800-237,600 / year + Equity
Posted on Nov 4, 2025

About NetApp

NetApp is the intelligent data infrastructure company, turning a world of disruption into opportunity for every customer. No matter the data type, workload or environment, we help our customers identify and realize new business possibilities. And it all starts with our people.

If this sounds like something you want to be part of, NetApp is the place for you. You can help bring new ideas to life, approaching each challenge with fresh eyes. Of course, you won't be doing it alone. At NetApp, we're all about asking for help when we need it, collaborating with others, and partnering across the organization - and beyond.

About Us

Join our innovative and dynamic Cloud Engineering team at NetApp, where we are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of cloud technology. We are looking for a passionate and experienced Software Development Engineer to join us in developing industry leading data management solutions for NetApp’s customers in all major Clouds. If you have hands-on experience with AWS, OCI or GCP, we want to hear from you!

Job Summary

As a Software Development Engineer in NetApp’s Cloud Platforms organization, you will play a critical role in the team responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable, secure and robust operating systems and capabilities that run NetApp data management applications in the Cloud.

As part of the Research and Development function, the overall focus of the group is on competitive market and customer requirements, technology advances and innovation, product quality, product cost and time-to-market. To achieve these goals, software engineers in this organization leverage their technical strengths and teamwork skills via collaboration with Cloud partners and internal Engineering partners.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop a strong technical understanding of NetApp’s existing data management and storage solutions in the Cloud, their interdependencies, and limitations.
  • Participate in all phases of the product development cycle including product design and development, test automation, debugging and support, and supporting resolution of impactful customer issues.
  • Participate in technical discussions within the immediate group and across functions to evaluate design and execute development plans for product features
  • Handle unstructured tasks and conducting research to convert vague/undefined requirements into clearly articulated ones.
  • Demonstrate accountability and ownership of a complex technical area of the product as a subject matter expert, while operating under limited supervision and direction, drive results and set priorities independently.
  • Engage in a peer-to-peer collaboration and learning model, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

Minimum Qualifications

  • A minimum of 8-10 years of experience in software/systems engineering is required, with programming skills in C, C++ or equivalent and additionally, Python
  • Strong hands-on operational knowledge in at least one major cloud platform (AWS, GCP, or OCI), including cloud architecture, services, and best practices.
  • Demonstrated experience as a technical mentor to junior engineers in a team.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, and collaboration skills are a must.
  • Ability to work with limited supervision and operate and drive results independently.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in software development of distributed data management systems (E.g.: NetApp ONTAP or similar systems).
  • Advanced certifications in AWS, GCP, or OCI.
  • Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation.
  • Experience with Cloud monitoring and logging tools.

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Compensation:
The target salary range for this position is 159,800 - 237,600 USD. The salary offered will be determined by the candidate's location, qualifications, experience, and education and may be outside of this range. 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.

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 NetApp?

We are all about helping customers turn challenges into business opportunity. It starts with bringing new thinking to age-old problems, like how to use data most effectively to run better - but also to innovate. We tailor our approach to the customer's unique needs with a combination of fresh thinking and proven approaches.

We enable a healthy work-life balance. Our volunteer time off program is best in class, offering employees 40 hours of paid time per year to volunteer with their favorite organizations. We provide comprehensive medical, dental, wellness, and vision plans for you and your family. We offer educational assistance, legal services, and access to discounts. Finally, we provide financial savings programs to help you plan for your future.

If you want to help us build knowledge and solve big problems, let's talk.

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.