Manager, Software Engineering (FlexGroup Distributed File Systems)

Job Summary
As an Engineering Manager for the Core Software and Data Management team at NetApp, you will lead a team focused on delivering solutions that meet customers' needs across engineered systems and cloud services. The CSDM team is responsible for a range of functions in ONTAP, NetApp's cross-platform data management and storage software. The Scale Out WAFL team enables ONTAP to engage all cluster resources on a single data set for maximum performance and capacity. You will direct the activities of a software development team that designs, develops, tests, and owns the software lifecycle for this distributed file system. You will impact the planning, execution, and delivery of parallel projects for NetApp customers.
Job Requirements

• Lead and manage a team of engineers to deliver complex filesystem capabilities.
• Create and influence strategy and deliver on execution.
• Apply in-depth knowledge to solve broad issues that are complex in scope and establish medium to long-range plans.
• Work effectively with staff to vice president level employees and employees within and outside of their function and organization.
• Interface with customers and partners to resolve escalations in conjunction with support teams.
• Hire, mentor and develop engineering talent, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure the team adheres to best practices in software development, quality assurance, and project management.
• Drive the adoption of new technologies and methodologies to improve efficiency and product quality.
• Oversee resource allocation, project prioritization, and timelines to ensure successful project delivery.
• Collaborate with other senior leaders to align engineering efforts with business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Proven experience managing small to medium-sized software development teams.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in C, C++, System Design and Operating Systems
• Utilize people skills and available people manager tools to critically impact the growth of individuals within the company and their careers.
• Demonstrate favorable results through providing leadership to the function.
• Ability to function independently in a fast-paced dynamic environment with competing priorities.
• Navigate through ambiguity and drive the team towards common goals.
• Influence peers and partners across teams and business units.
• Build strong working relationships across all levels of the organization, including remote areas.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle, quality assurance processes, and project management methodologies.
• Experience with cloud technologies, and hybrid cloud solutions.

Education

• Requires a minimum of 3 years related to people leadership and project management.
• 10+ years in technology or other software development industry.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.

Compensation
The target salary range for this position is 174,250 - 258,500 USD. The salary offered will be determined by the candidate's location, qualifications, experience, and education and may be outside of this range. The range is based on 'On Target Earnings’ (OTE) representing the total potential earnings, which is the sum of the base salary and potential commission earned when performance targets are achieved. 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, various Leave options, employee stock purchase plan, and/or restricted stocks (RSU’s). These offerings are subject to regional variations and governed by local laws, regulations, and company policies. We will provide detailed information about the specific benefits for your region during 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.