Title:  Software Engineer

Job Summary

Join NetApp’s Core Storage Engineering (CSE) organization as a DevOps Engineer, where you’ll work at the intersection of system-level test automation and firmware development for industry-leading storage products. Our team is responsible for the research, development, and validation of embedded software powering high-capacity, high-performance SAS and NVMe storage I/O modules and disk shelves (external enclosures)

This unique role requires a versatile engineer who is comfortable switching between developing robust Python-based test automation and contributing to firmware development in C/C++. You’ll participate in all phases of the product lifecycle, from design and development to testing, debugging, and customer support

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Key Responsibilitie

•    Develop and maintain automated test frameworks and scripts using Python for system-level and white-box testing of storage firmware.
•    Contribute to firmware development in C/C++ for embedded storage systems, including design, implementation, and debugging.
•    Collaborate cross-functionally with verification, development, customer support, and program management teams to ensure product quality and timely delivery.
•    Participate in all aspects of the product lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, verification, troubleshooting, and release.
•    Engage in customer escalations and provide technical expertise for high-visibility support cases.
•    Continuously learn and adapt to new technologies, including real-time operating systems, embedded systems, and storage/networking protocols (SAS, NVMe, SCSI, SATA).

Job Requirements

•    Relevant experience in software development, test automation, or firmware engineering.
•    Expertise in Python for scripting, automation, and test development.
•    Proficiency in C and/or C++ for embedded firmware development.
•    Experience with Linux and Windows development environments.
•    Strong problem-solving skills and a systematic approach to troubleshooting.
•    Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
•    Team-oriented mindset with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
•    Familiarity with computer architecture, data structures, and standard programming practices.
•    Willingness to learn new skills in real-time operating systems, embedded software tools, and storage protocols.
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Preferred Qualifications
•    Experience with Perl or Linux shell scripting.
•    Background in software verification, quality assurance, or DevOps practices.
•    Prior exposure to storage systems, networking, or embedded hardware.

Education

A Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science with 2+ years related experience; A Masters degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science with 0+ years related experience; or equivalent experience is required.