Kickstart your software engineering career with NetApp, a global leader in intelligent data infrastructure and cloud solutions. If you’re passionate about software development, cloud technologies, and solving real-world technical challenges, this entry-level opportunity in San Jose, California offers an excellent platform to learn from experienced engineers while building innovative products. With a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and strong career growth opportunities, this role is ideal for recent graduates and early-career professionals looking to make an impact in the tech industry.
Job Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Company Name | NetApp |
| Role | Entry Level Software Engineer |
| Qualification | Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical field |
| Job Location | San Jose, California, USA |
| Salary | $100,000–$149,600 per year |
| Work Type | Full-Time |
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Job Level | Entry Level |
| Industry | Information Technology, Cloud Computing, Data Storage & Software |
Job Description
We are looking for a highly motivated engineers to help develop and operate cloud-scale distributed systems that span storage, networking, cloud infrastructure, and user experience. This is a unified engineering role where engineers are expected to contribute across development, automated validation, performance, operational readiness, and service reliability. The ideal candidate enjoys solving complex technical challenges, takes ownership from design through production, and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. While programming language experience, we expect engineers to incorporate AI-native engineering practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Own the functional, performance and scalability of data plane rich with data management.
- Own features through the entire software lifecycle including design, implementation, testing, deployment, monitoring, and production support.
- Design, develop, and operate cloud-native services leveraging containers, microservices, distributed systems principles, and modern CI/CD practices.
- Drive engineering excellence through automated testing, code reviews, operational readiness, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate across engineering teams to deliver end-to-end solutions spanning storage, networking, cloud infrastructure, security, observability, and customer-facing experiences.
- Participate in architecture discussions, design reviews, and code reviews to help drive technical excellence and engineering best practices.
- Troubleshoot complex production issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement long-term reliability, scalability, and operational improvements.
- Work closely with product management, architects, and partner teams to translate customer and business requirements into high-quality technical solutions.
- Effectively communicate technical concepts, design tradeoffs, and project status to stakeholders across the organization.
- Contribute to the technical growth of the team through knowledge sharing, code reviews, design discussions, and mentorship opportunities.
Job Requirements
- Experience with Python for test automation, validation frameworks, tooling, CI/CD integration, or operational automation.
- Familiarity with C/C++, GO, React, TypeScript, or C# is desirable for engineers to work across existing service components and user-facing workflows.
- Experience developing RESTful APIs or service-to-service integrations.
- Experience designing, deploying, and operating microservices-based applications using Kubernetes, containers, and modern CI/CD practices.
- Experience with software quality practices including automated testing, performance optimization, and security best practices.
- Experience with observability, monitoring, telemetry, and operational excellence practices.
- Knowledge building and operating cloud-native distributed systems in Azure, AWS, or GCP.
- Strong aptitude for learning new technologies.
- Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Creative and analytical approach to problem solving.
Additional Details:
Experience Info: If you have a Bachelor’s degree with more than 2 years experience or a Master’s degree DO NOT apply to this role. Instead, please apply to Job ID: 135679.
Job Posting Info: This is a pipeline position that will be opened on a recurring basis and used to fill roles aligned with the required skill sets.
Program Dates: These are full-time roles with a start date in 2026. Recruiting efforts will be ongoing until specific teams find an ideal match.
Education & Experience
Typically requires a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering.
Selection Process
- Submit your online application.
- Resume and application screening.
- Recruiter phone screening.
- Technical assessment or coding challenge.
- Technical interview(s) with the engineering team.
- Behavioral and cultural fit interview.
- Final hiring decision and offer.
How to Apply
- Visit the official NetApp Careers website.
- Search for Entry Level Software Engineer – San Jose.
- Review the job description and eligibility requirements.
- Prepare and upload your updated resume.
- Complete the online application form.
- Submit your application before the position is filled.
- Monitor your email for updates regarding interviews and the hiring process.
