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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Software Engineer - **Company:** NetApp, Inc. - **Location:** San Jose, CA, United States - **Salary:** $227,800.0 - $338,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, Amazon Web Services, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Engineering, Data Structures, Software Debugging, Distributed Systems, Python (Programming Language), NetApp Applications, Object-Oriented Software Development, Open Source Technology, Scrum Methodology, Software Engineering, Google Cloud, Kubernetes, Storage Technologies, Information Technology, Software Coding, Trident, Golang - **Published:** July 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.netapp.com/talentcommunity/apply/1413054300/?locale=en_US ## About the Role + 12+ years of relevant experience + A Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science + Excellent coding skills in Golang and Python + A strong understanding of concepts related to computer architecture, data structures and programming practices + Deep technical knowledge of Kubernetes + Understanding of Hyper Scaler technologies: AWS, GCP and AZURE + Experience with NetApp storage or cloud native storage platforms + Strong oral and written communication skills + A deep understanding of object-oriented programming and design + The candidate should have a working knowledge of Agile Scrum best practice Education Bachelor's degree in technical area of study: engineering disciplines Master's degree in technical field such as engineering, software development, preferred with less additional experience stated above ## Description As a Principal Engineer at NetApp you will be part of the Trident program that brought the first open-source, out-of-tree dynamic storage provisioner to Kubernetes! You will own and define the Kubernetes story for NetApp. You will help shape the roadmap of the Data Protection capabilities on Kubernetes. The role will require you to evangelize the solution in an open-source environment. You will be responsible for pushing adoption of the proposed solution. Our team at NetApp develops innovative and unique solutions to assist our customers in solving the challenges of persistent storage consumption for Kubernetes applications and other container technologies. We work closely with upstream communities to provide code and leadership in defining the persistent storage strategy in these areas. An ideal candidate for this position will be driven to produce results, collaborative, curious and creative. He/she strives to excel in their day-to-day work and will continue to produce high quality results without anyone looking over their shoulders. They will bring broad experience across multiple domains including embedded systems, operating systems, storage technologies and distributed systems., + Participate in technical discussions within the team and with other groups within Business Units associated with specified projects + Responsible for providing guidance in development and testing activities of other engineers that involve several inter-dependencies + Work on multiple tasks and responsibilities that will contribute towards team, program, and company goals + Coding and Execution of projects, Technical Design + Test Automation + Debugging/Performance analysis + Running PoCs and R&D activities + Enforce best practices for software design and development by involving in appropriate reviews + Strong aptitude for learning new technologies + Resourceful in applying creative ideas to solve problems ## Related Videos - [Understanding Kubernetes in a visual way](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100085-understanding-kubernetes-in-a-visual-way) - [Go with the Flow: Stop the Leaks Before Your Memory's a Waterfall!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100073-go-with-the-flow-stop-the-leaks-before-your-memory-s-a-waterfall) - [My journey into DevOps world - How it all started!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/545-my-journey-into-devops-world-how-it-all-started) - [Retooling and refactoring - an investment in people.](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/371-retooling-and-refactoring-an-investment-in-people) - [Scoring 2000 Products per Request: Performance Pitfalls in Golang](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2073-scoring-2000-products-per-request-performance-pitfalls-in-golang) - [How I saved 200K/yr in direct costs writing 0 code lines in K8s](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1055-how-i-saved-200k-yr-in-direct-costs-writing-0-code-lines-in-k8s) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [The Best Software Developer Blogs to Read](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/156-the-best-software-developer-blogs-to-read) - [Why Attend a Developer Event in 2026?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/688-why-attend-a-developer-event-in-2026) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer)