Lustre Engineer

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced Sr. Lustre Technical staff member for our new internal Lustre team. Responsible for delivering an enterprise class NetApp software product. Software Engineer thrives as part of a high-performance team tasked with finding creative solutions to the most profound data challenges customers face.

Job Requirements

• 5 plus years of Lustre development experience • Recognized expertise within the Lustre community • Proven track record in building and leading technical teams • Ability to recruit Lustre developers and other technical resources from the Lustre community • Experience in commercializing file products from inception to completion • This role is not suited for a researcher. • The candidate should be able to present technical concepts and industry updates to our senior leadership. • Collaborate with our Product Marketing team to define and prioritize feature and solution requirements. • Write concise technical papers (1-3 pages) on topics such as feature value definition or competitive analysis.

Preferred Locations • San Jose • Research Triangle Park (RTP) • Wichita • Boulder

It is likely this position will need to be hired as remote to attract the ideal candidate.

Education

IC - Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience. Mgr & Exec - Typically requires a minimum of 6 years of related experience.

Compensation

The target salary range for this position is 159,800 - 237,600 USD. The salary offered will be determined by the candidates location, qualifications, experience, and education and may be outside of this range. The range is based on On Target Earnings' (OTE) representing the total potential earnings, which is the sum of the base salary and potential commission earned when performance targets are achieved. 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, various Leave options, employee stock purchase plan, and/or restricted stocks (RSU's). These offerings are subject to regional variations and governed by local laws, regulations, and company policies. We will provide detailed information about the specific benefits for your region during 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 Youll Thrive at NetApp

At NetApp, you wont wait for the perfect moment-youll make it. The early planning, the extra thought, the bold idea that turns good into great: Thats 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 youre ready to innovate, rise to the challenge, and own every moment - make your next move your best one. Apply now.