Principal Software Engineer (UI Architect)

1 Week ago • 15-20 Years

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NetApp seeks a Principal Engineer (UI Architect) to lead the design and architecture of innovative front-end solutions for products like BlueXP and ONTAP System Manager. Must have 15+ years of front-end development experience, expertise in React, Angular, and other modern frameworks, and strong leadership and communication skills.

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About NetApp

NetApp is the intelligent data infrastructure company, turning a world of disruption into opportunity for every customer. No matter the data type, workload or environment, we help our customers identify and realize new business possibilities. And it all starts with our people.

If this sounds like something you want to be part of, NetApp is the place for you. You can help bring new ideas to life, approaching each challenge with fresh eyes. We embrace diversity and openness because it's in our DNA. Of course, you won't be doing it alone. At NetApp, we're all about asking for help when we need it, collaborating with others, and partnering across the organization - and beyond.

"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

Job Summary

NetApp seeks a highly skilled and experienced Principal Engineer (UI Architect) to join our dynamic unified manageability team. This role is pivotal in designing and architecting cutting-edge front-end solutions, ensuring seamless user experiences across our products such as NetApp BlueXP, ONTAP System Manager . The ideal candidate will have a strong background in front-end technologies, exceptional design and architecture skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with VPs, UX Designers, senior product management leadership, and engineering teams.

Job Requirements

Design and Architecture: Lead the design and architecture of innovative and scalable front-end solutions. Ensure alignment with overall product and business goals.

Front-End Development: Utilize expertise in front-end technologies (e.g., HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, Angular) to develop high-quality, responsive, and user-friendly interfaces.

Collaboration: Work closely with UX Design Office, VPs, senior product managers, and engineering teams to understand requirements, provide technical guidance, and ensure successful project delivery.

Technical Leadership: Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

Code Quality: Ensure high code quality standards through code reviews, testing, and adherence to best practices.

Innovation: Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies, and drive the adoption of new tools and practices to enhance the development process.

Problem Solving: Identify and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring the robustness and reliability of the front-end architecture.

Self-Starter: Demonstrate a proactive approach, taking the initiative to drive projects forward and solve problems independently.

Experience & Education

Minimum of 15 years of experience in front-end development, with at least five years in a design and architecture role. Experience with cloud SaaS websites, storage data management, REST APIs, microservices, and SaaS deployments.

Technical Skills: Proficiency in front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, Angular, and other modern frameworks.

Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with VPs, senior product managers, and engineering teams.

Leadership: Proven experience in leading and mentoring engineering teams.

Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.

Innovation: A passion for staying current with industry trends and technologies, and a drive to innovate and improve.

Self-Starter: Ability to work independently, take initiative, and drive projects to completion with minimal supervision.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

NetApp is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all laws that prohibit employment discrimination based on age, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability or genetic information, pregnancy, and any protected classification.

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Why NetApp?

We are all about helping customers turn challenges into business opportunity. It starts with bringing new thinking to age-old problems, like how to use data most effectively to run better - but also to innovate. We tailor our approach to the customer's unique needs with a combination of fresh thinking and proven approaches.

We enable a healthy work-life balance. Our volunteer time off program is best in class, offering employees 40 hours of paid time off each year to volunteer with their favourite organizations. We provide comprehensive benefits, including health care, life and accident plans, emotional support resources for you and your family, legal services, and financial savings programs to help you plan for your future. We support professional and personal growth through educational assistance and provide access to various discounts and perks to enhance your overall quality of life.

If you want to help us build knowledge and solve big problems, let's talk.

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