Director, Software Engineering CA
Company: NetApp
Location: San Jose
Posted on: April 17, 2024
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Job Description:
About NetApp
We're forward-thinking technology people with heart. We make our
own rules, drive our own opportunities, and try to approach every
challenge with fresh eyes. Of course, we can't do it alone. We know
when to ask for help, collaborate with others, and partner with
smart people. We embrace diversity and openness because it's in our
DNA. We push limits and reward great ideas. What is your great
idea?
"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
As a Director of Software Engineering, in the most senior role in
the function, you will utilize strong management and technical
competencies to set objectives and develop strategies for the ONTAP
Platform Engineering team. You will work with executive management
and can directly impact the success of the function in meeting
NetApp's goals. You will provide direction and leadership to
engineering managers and engineer team focused on development of
Next Generation ONTAP Data Platform for AI/ML. These committed
teams develop enhancements to existing products, as well as develop
new products for cloud volumes services. As part of the Research
and Development function, the overall focus of the group is on
competitive market and customer requirements, technology advances,
product quality, product cost and time-to-market.
Essential Functions:
--- Set organizational product/feature design and implementation
direction based on understanding of market and business needs and
technology.
--- Collaborate with other top-level management and technology
heads across the company while taking an active role in influencing
overall company technology and development strategies.
--- Design, develop and implement people strategies and plans that
impact the long-term performance and competitiveness of the
organization.
--- Utilize previous technical, project and people management
experience to provide direction to senior managers and lead
strategic global projects.
--- Work collaboratively with product management to establish
strategic plans and objectives.
--- Participate in corporate development of methods, techniques and
evaluation criteria for projects, programs, and people within your
area of responsibility.
--- Develop budgets for approval and assure adherence once budget
is approved.
Job Requirements
--- A deep understanding of enterprise system software development
lifecycle and demonstrated experience of delivering enterprise
quality software
--- Experience with analytics data platforms like Snowflake,
Databricks or AI/ML analytics frameworks is required
--- Experience with cloud analytics platforms like EMR, Sagemaker
and Azure analytics is a plus
--- An in-depth understanding of concepts related to computer
architecture, data structures and programming practices.
--- Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential,
especially presentation and negotiation skills.
--- Prior experience with developing budgets and controlling
costs.
--- A demonstrated ability to manage and lead manager level
employees and complex projects.
--- Expected to be hands-on with a keen eye towards flawless
execution of initiatives.
Responsibility
--- This position is responsible for directing and controlling
activities at the most senior level within the function and global
geographic area.
--- The focus of this role is on translating functional strategies
into operational plans and priorities.
--- The potential impact of decisions made by this individual has
significant operational or financial impact on the performance
standards of the function and may impact the company's success.
--- This individual will use in-depth knowledge to solve abstract
issues and assess intangible variables and establish long-range
plans.
--- This individual is accountable for managing to the assigned
budget.
Interaction
--- This individual must demonstrate strong leadership skills by
establishing clear goals, objectives and priorities that
communicate the organization's vision.
--- Works with senior engineering and product management and vice
president level employees addressing issues across companies and
functions.
--- This position reports to a Vice President
Education
--- 10+ years of experience as a people manager is required.
--- 10+ years of experience as a software development engineer 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.
--- Extensive technical experience developing/delivering Enterprise
software is needed.
--- Experience and understanding of modern cloud technologies and
best development practices.
--- A proven track record with balancing multiple complex
cross-functional projects and processes with multiple
stakeholders
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.
Did you know---
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qualified. But no one is 100% qualified. We encourage you to shift
the trend and apply anyway! We look forward to hearing from
you.
Why NetApp?
In a world full of generalists, NetApp is a specialist. No one
knows how to elevate the world's biggest clouds like NetApp. We are
data-driven and empowered to innovate. Trust, integrity, and
teamwork all combine to make a difference for our customers,
partners, and communities.
We expect a healthy work-life balance. Our volunteer time off
program is best in class, offering employees 40 hours of paid time
off 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. We also offer financial savings
programs to help you plan for your future.
If you run toward knowledge and problem-solving, join us.
USA and Canada Residents Only:
The base salary hiring wage range for this position which the
Company reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the
position in the specified geographic areas or locations, is
[$222,750] - [$313,060]. Final compensation will be dependent on
various factors relevant to the position and candidate such as
geographical location, candidate qualifications, certifications,
relevant job-related work experience, education, skillset and other
relevant business and organizational factors, consistent with
applicable law. In addition, the position may include some of the
following comprehensive benefits such Medical, Dental, Vision,
Life, 401(K), Paid Time off (PTO), sick time, leave of absence as
per the FMLA and other relevant leave laws, Company
bonus/commission, employee stock purchase plan, and/or restricted
stocks (RSU's).
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