Lead Software Developer Engineer in Test, StorageGRID

Own Every Moment at NetApp

At NetApp, your ideas power innovation. We lead in intelligent data infrastructure—delivering unified storage, integrated data services, and solutions that help organizations unlock the full potential of their data, from AI to multicloud.

Own Every Moment at NetApp

At NetApp, your ideas power innovation. We lead in intelligent data infrastructure—delivering unified storage, integrated data services, and solutions that help organizations unlock the full potential of their data, from AI to multicloud. Ready to innovate and contribute to our path to $10B? Here, you'll collaborate with passionate teams, tackle real-world challenges, and see your impact in how customers transform and grow. If you're ready to bring curiosity, creativity, and drive to every moment, NetApp is where your journey begins. Join teams that innovate to elevate, drive results, and excel together across every function.

Job Summary NetApp is pioneering the development of StorageGRID object storage – AWS cloud compatible software powering the exponential growth in AI data lakes. As aSoftware Developer Engineer in Test, this is your chance to work alongside a group of talented developers, impart your vision, and rapidly launch the latest cloud storage software. Your incredible testing and automation skills will create opportunities to contribute clean code. Naturally, you are as comfortable solving our customer’s AI data lake challenges by writing new code as you are improving productivity by refactoring. You are opinionated while flexible and know when to adopt new technologies.

Role Overview As a Software Developer Engineer in Test (SDET), you will work as part of teams responsible for delivering an enterprise-class NetApp storage software product. This role is responsible for overseeing the quality aspects of new features, high-load performance, and accelerating cadence while maintaining robustness. As a leader, you will coordinate the efforts of a team, mentoring others in the delivery of their features, consider the risks of integration, and brainstorming feature SDET endeavors.

Job Responsibilities

Write and execute test plans for new features functionality, error-free integration with existing system, and high-traffic performance.

Develop automation for nightly and system tests.

Set up and maintain test configurations, environments, and tools for long-term testing.

Participate in design discussions to understand requirements, clarify acceptance criteria, and review proposed solutions.

Identify, report, and investigate issues found through testing.

Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) and mentor others in various aspects of the above.

Job Requirements

8+ years of experience in software development or testing, and automation.

Proficiency in Ruby or equivalent scripting language.

Experience with Linux, Cassandra or similar databases, REST API development and testing (Preferred: Cloud APIs like AWS S3).

Familiarity with Agile methodologies, Test-Driven Development (TDD), and continuous integration.

Degree in Computer Science, or a related technical discipline; or equivalent experience is required.

Preferred Skills

Hands-on experience testing distributed storage systems or similar complex, large-scale software.

Experience with AI: AI-driven code development, AI-assisted test plan creation, or issues typically generated by AI (Hallucinations).

Experience with leading a team, either as a Development or Quality Lead, Subject Matter Expert (SME), scrum-master, or equivalent

Education IC - Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of related experience.Mgr & Exec - Typically requires a minimum of 6 years of related experience.

Compensation The target salary range for this position is 150,450 - 194,700 CAD. 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.

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