Principal Software Engineer

NetApp Inc

Baltimore, MD

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$220,000–$372,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Amazon Web Services (AWS), Ansible, Architectural Services, Artificial Intelligence (AI), C Programming Language, C++ Programming Language, Cloud Applications, Cloud Architecture, Cloud Computing, Cloud Storage, Coaching, Code Reviews, Communication Skills, Data Management, Data Migration, Docker, Embedded Systems, File Systems, GCP (Good Clinical Practices), GitHub, Go Programming Language (Golang), Integrated Circuits (ICs), Intellectual Property (IP), Jenkins, Leadership, Mentoring, Microsoft Windows Azure, NFS (Network File System), NetApp Storage Systems, Node.js, Platform as a Service (PaaS), Problem Solving Skills, Programming Languages, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Requirements Validation/Verification, Resolve Customer Issues, Service-Oriented Architecture (fka Distributed Object Architecture), Software Development, Software Engineering, System Test, Test Automation, Writing Skills, iSCSI
LOCATION
Baltimore, MD
POSTED
2 days ago

Job Summary

NetApp is uniquely placed in the industry and in a unique position partnering with major hyper scalers (AWS, GCP and Azure) which adds a new challenge for Service Oriented Architectures (SOA) driving innovation in the space of Cloud Fundamentals. Cloud Storage team is embarking on a new charter to address these challenges for Cloud native applications, of simplifying customer operations and being a key differentiator. Bring in your experience and expertise for the new frontier, to build best in class SaaS applications, woven with architecture and design that are deployed across multiple hyper scalers. This is an opportunity to challenge yourself with cutting-edge technologies and thrive.

Key Responsibilities

  • Own and drive the architecture and technical direction for complex cloud-native services, while remaining hands-on by making meaningful code contributions (design, implementation, reviews, and quality). Ensure solutions meet performance, scale, reliability, and enterprise-readiness requirements through validation and qualification.
  • You ideate and work to solve complex customer problems and thereby contributing to intellectual property.
  • Coach and mentor engineers across the team (including new hires and early-in-career talent) through design guidance, code reviews, and pairing, raising the bar on engineering excellence and execution.
  • As part of a larger team, you are required to work closely with team members and leadership in ensuring the overall team objectives are met as ONE team. Your partnership with other team members will be crucial to success of all customer deliverables.

Job Requirements

  • 12+ years of industry experience in software development.
  • 5+ years of experience in data management/migration systems & storage platforms for managing and storing data across various workloads and environments.
  • 3+ years of expert level hands-on experience in fault tolerant, highly scalable cloud architectures including service-oriented architectures, cloud-native (FAAS, PAAS), and cloud storage services with at least one hyper scaler (Azure, AWS, GCP)
  • Proficiency with Filesystems, or file/cloud storage protocols . Experience in NFS/SMB/iSCSI protocols.
  • Proficiency in Programming languages like C, C++, Golang, Node.js, Python
  • Experience with docker, Kubernetes.
  • Experience with GitHub, Jenkins, Ansible, CI build systems and Automated Testing.
  • Proactive and self-driven, with strong technical judgment and influential skills.
  • Expertise to provide both architectural guidance and detailed technical direction.
  • Excellent communication and writing skills, with the ability to effectively engage with customers, stakeholders, and the engineering community.

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in technical area of study: engineering disciplines
  • Master's degree in technical field such as engineering, software development, preferred with less additional experience stated above
  • IC - Typically requires a minimum of 15 years of related experience.Mgr & Exec - Typically requires a minimum of 10 years of related experience.

Compensation:

The target salary range for this position is $220,000-372,000. 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 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.

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.

AI Disclosure

For select roles, some stages of our hiring process may use artificial intelligence tools to help evaluate applications and candidate selection. These tools support-rather than replace-human decision-making.

About the Company

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