Job Description

Job Summary
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
As a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET), you will work as part of a team responsible for building NetApp's cutting-edge software defined storage solutions for major Cloud providers including AWS, Microsoft Azure and GCP. As part of the Research & Development function, the group focusses on competitive market and customer requirements, technology advances, product quality, product cost and time-to-market. The software engineering team focusses on enhancements to existing products as well as new product development, focused on a microservices based architecture. You will be responsible for automating and testing software features for the product, as well as tests to validate the code in Kubernetes environments in the cloud.
What you will do

• Own the end-to-end test strategy for a data protection feature for the product, specifically focused on Kubernetes in the cloud
• Develop subject matter expertise in a technical area of the product to understand its architecture and design specifics
• A major part of your responsibility you will be to own a complex project during a software release, and participate as follows:
• Participating in product/feature design brainstorming, to bring a test perspective to the technical discussion
• Developing test plans, designing test automation including library and test script development to validate your code to meet an expected bar of quality
• Grow into a test lead, to Influence and drive technical improvements in the test infrastructure and best practices within the team
• Collaborate with peers within the team as well as cross-functional partner teams to resolve technical dependencies and work on joint efforts to validate features
• Responsible for unstructured tasks where the problem statements are less defined, thus requiring new perspectives, creative approaches and resolving interdependencies
• Operate under limited supervision and direction to drive results and set priorities independently
• Successfully convey information to stakeholders at many levels related to the position
• Work effectively with senior engineers within the Business Unit.

Job Requirements
Basic

• 8+ years of strong software engineering background and hands-on programming experience in Python, Go or any equivalent, complex programming language (JAVA, C++, etc.)
• Hands-on experience working with Cloud technologies (GCP, Azure, AWS) with ability to triage and troubleshoot in such environments
• Strong experience in developing test plans and testcase automation
• Ability to work collaboratively within a fast-paced team environment and demonstrate initiative in driving unstructured tasks
• Strong aptitude for learning new technologies
• Strong oral and written communication skills are a must

Preferred

• Demonstrated capability to lead a complex project including leading a set of peers
• Experience in microservices/containerization via Docker and orchestration frameworks such as Kubernetes
• Knowledge in virtualization, data storage and data management technologies
• Have a strong understanding of system and networking concepts and troubleshooting techniques
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional, global, and remote teams with diverse backgrounds

Education
Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 6 years and a Master's degree; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent work experience.
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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.