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. We embrace diversity and openness because it's in our DNA. 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.

"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

Job Summary

NetApp is developing new portfolio of cloud-led, data-centric storage platforms and services to help the world’s leading organizations harness their data in new and interesting ways. NetApp is bringing its industry leading, enterprise class data storage technologies into the world’s biggest public clouds and the simplicity & flexibility of cloud into customer data centers.

In support of that mission, we are rapidly growing our Cloud Replication team. The Cloud Replication team is responsible for cutting-edge technologies that enable NetApp’s Data Protection & Data Mobility capabilities. These technologies are designed for container-based (Kubernetes) & virtualized/traditional architectures and also integrated with cloud storage capabilities of leading cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP).
 

Job Requirements

About Role
We are looking for a Senior Engineering Manager to lead an exceptionally talented & growing engineering team responsible for driving product development and strategy. As part of the NetApp Research and Development function, the overall focus of the team will be on delivering innovative technologies to address competitive market and customer requirements with enterprise-class product quality and time-to-market. The team will also be responsible for maintenance & enhancements to existing technologies & products.

Essential Functions

• Manage team/teams of engineers responsible for all phases of software development life cycle
• Develop, modify and execute policies & processes that will positively affect immediate operations
• Establish operational objectives & plans for the team and delegate assignmentsDevelop project plans and ensure that project goals are met
• Develop proposed budgets and ensure adherence once budget is approved
• Utilize previous technical, project management and people management experience to actively lead complex projects requiring local & global collaboration
• Take responsibility for results, including costs, methods and staffing

Education

Minimum Qualifications

• A minimum of 10 years of experience as an individual contributor and a minimum of 5 years as a people manager is required. 
• A Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, a Master’s Degree, or a PhD; or equivalent experience is required.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple, critical projects is required.

Requirements 

• Strong oral and written communication skills are essential
• Clear understanding of the product development cycle and project management
• Experience with developing budgets and predicting project costs
• Demonstrated ability to manage professional level employees
• Ability to understand and apply new technologies
• Experience in hands-on systems software development
• Experience with the systems engineering domain requiring concepts such as computer architecture, operating systems, file systems, networking, algorithms & data structures
• Experience in managing software development projects with C/C++ in LINUX/UNIX environments
• Experience with software development in a Kubernetes environments is a plus
• Experience with storage technologies or cloud technologies is a plus

Interactions

• This individual must work effectively with staff to vice president level employees and employees within and outside of their function and organization. 
• Utilizes people skills and available people manager tools to critically impact the growth of an individual within the company and career.
• This individual must demonstrate favorable results through providing leadership to the function.

Compensation
The base salary range for this position is $210,000 - $270,000 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.

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.

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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.