{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"34bbd3eaa10fd9eedc6fd816","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/34bbd3eaa10fd9eedc6fd816","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/34bbd3eaa10fd9eedc6fd816","title":"Engineering Program Mgmt","description":"Job SummaryNetApp is looking for a thought leader and change agent who wants to work with a team of experienced yet forward-thinking technologists in building the most powerful data storage systems on the planet. We are looking for a passionate and results-oriented Engineering Program Manager to drive ONTAP products to market while improving the process by which we do so. The role requires an individual with outstanding leadership, project management, and technological abilities.This role will be responsible for the full life cycle of storage products from launch to scale and sustaining stages. Success means building repeatable playbooks and tools which will level-up the state of the art with which engineering is managed. Manual labor and data-starved decisions are the enemy, while technology, broad datasets, and intelligence the arsenal to defeat them. Collaboration is required from start to finish, partnering closely with engineering, product management, and many other cross-functional teams to confidently produce high quality, higher velocity, and even more successful product launches.Job RequirementsImprove processes and drive program efficiencies within and outside the organizationDrive product delivery and track all program milestones, directly and by empowering others to effortlessly communicate status, build schedules, identify and resolve program issues around the product launchDrive decision checkpoints, effectively lead product team reviewsIdentify risks/assumptions/issues throughout the product lifecycle and communicate to assist in resolution to maintain the committed scope, schedule, quality, and integrityDetail-oriented but with the ability to look at the overall big picture of multiple product releasesDrive innovation and integration of product life cycle processes and quality initiatives into projects and solutionsAbility to bridge concept to solution individually by driving collaboration within the cross-functional team members to develop a fully integrated delivery scheduleProvide effortless and infinite transparency on the progress of offerings through the product lifecycle processLead and remove labor from cross-functional management system to manage phase gates & ensure teams’ adherence to PLC processDesign & implement effective management systems to drive efficiency within a given processDrive strategic solutions and projects to enhance NetApp's offeringsManage and prioritize multiple deadlines and expedite communications QualificationsWe recognize that not everyone fits neatly into any checklist, but here are some of the skills and experience we think will help make you successful in this role. If you don’t match everything on this list but are excited about the opportunity and think you could contribute, we’d love to hear from you.10+ years’ experience as a Program Manager in engineering teamsDemonstrated ability to work effectively with highly technical engineering teams, with a history of leading the team in delivering against product requirementsProven record to lead multi-functional teams through influence versus direct managementDemonstrates a strong bias to action; not afraid to tackle unknownsStrong interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving and conflict resolution skillsExperience managing projects across a geographically dispersed teamEqual Opportunity EmployerNetApp 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.Did you know...Statistics show women apply to jobs only when they're 100% qualified. But no one is 100% qualified. We encourage you to shift the trend and apply anyway! We look forward to hearing from you.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 per year to volunteer with their favorite organizations. We provide comprehensive medical, dental, wellness, and vision plans for you and your family. We offer educational assistance, legal services, and access to discounts. Finally, we provide financial savings programs to help you plan for your future.If you want to help us build knowledge and solve big problems, let's talk.","company":"NetApp","rawCompany":"netapp","city":"San Jose","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-12T16:13:27.293Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-9041.00","title":"Architectural and Engineering Managers","slug":"architectural-and-engineering-managers"},{"code":"13-1082.00","title":"Project Management Specialists","slug":"project-management-specialists"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Engineering Program Mgmt","description":"Job SummaryNetApp is looking for a thought leader and change agent who wants to work with a team of experienced yet forward-thinking technologists in building the most powerful data storage systems on the planet. 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If you don’t match everything on this list but are excited about the opportunity and think you could contribute, we’d love to hear from you.10+ years’ experience as a Program Manager in engineering teamsDemonstrated ability to work effectively with highly technical engineering teams, with a history of leading the team in delivering against product requirementsProven record to lead multi-functional teams through influence versus direct managementDemonstrates a strong bias to action; not afraid to tackle unknownsStrong interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving and conflict resolution skillsExperience managing projects across a geographically dispersed teamEqual Opportunity EmployerNetApp 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.Did you know...Statistics show women apply to jobs only when they're 100% qualified. But no one is 100% qualified. We encourage you to shift the trend and apply anyway! We look forward to hearing from you.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 per year to volunteer with their favorite organizations. We provide comprehensive medical, dental, wellness, and vision plans for you and your family. We offer educational assistance, legal services, and access to discounts. 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