AI/ML Python Developer

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.

Job Summary

We’re hiring a Software Engineer with expertise in AI/ML platforms and cloud-native microservices. The role involves designing scalable AI infrastructure, building intelligent agent systems, and optimizing machine learning workflows. Key skills include Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch, Kubernetes, and experience with tools like Pinecone and FAISS. You’ll work on CI/CD pipelines, RAG systems, and integrate AI models into real-world applications. Ideal candidates are analytical, innovative, and passionate about building intelligent automation across domains like robotics and data analysis.

Job Requirements

• Creative and analytical problem-solving abilities.
• Understanding of computer architecture, data structures, programming practices, and cloud technologies.
• Skilled in Python and common AI development languages.
• Experience with Git, Perforce, and related tools.
• Design scalable AI/ML microservices on MCP (Kubernetes, Istio, Serverless).
• Develop CI/CD pipelines for MLOps.
• Optimize Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) systems.
• Perform vector similarity search using Pinecone, Weaviate, Milvus, or FAISS.
• Extend intelligent agent frameworks, including rule-based, multi-agent, RL-driven, and LLM assistants.
• Proficient with TensorFlow, PyTorch, and AI system tools.
• Strong analytical skills for complex problems and efficient solutions.
• Knowledgeable in data analysis, big data, and machine learning preprocessing.
• Develop and train machine learning models for computer vision, speech recognition, and data analysis.
• Design and optimize scalable machine learning algorithms.
• Integrate AI systems with existing workflows, APIs, and platforms.
• Preprocess and prepare large datasets for training and fine-tuning.
• Monitor and improve AI system performance through testing and optimization.
• Stay current on AI technologies and industry trends.
• Debug and troubleshoot technical issues to ensure reliability.
• Build intelligent automation systems across robotics and other AI domains.
• Work collaboratively within a team environment to meet goals with high-quality standards.
• Ability to follow engineering principles and practices, but also able to develop new methods and approaches to solving unique and difficult problems.
• Solid oral and written communication skills, with the ability to share ideas with NetApp teams around the world
  
  
  

Education

• A Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience, master’s degree is a plus
• 4-8 years of software development experience, 7 years is preferred
• At least 2 years focused on AI/ML production systems
• Certifications. Industry certifications in AI and machine learning are a plus.
• Soft skills. Strong interpersonal abilities to navigate team dynamics and convey technical concepts clearly
  
  
  

At NetApp, we embrace a hybrid working environment designed to strengthen connection, collaboration, and culture for all employees. This means that most roles will have some level of in-office and/or in-person expectations, which will be shared during the recruitment process.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

NetApp 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.

Why You'll Thrive at NetApp

At NetApp, you won't wait for the perfect moment—you'll make it. The early planning, the extra thought, the bold idea that turns good into great: That's how our people operate and how we continue to push the boundaries of data infrastructure.

NetApp is the trusted partner for organizations transforming data into opportunity. As the only enterprise-grade storage service natively embedded in Google Cloud, AWS, and Microsoft Azure, we empower customers to run everything from traditional workloads to enterprise AI with unmatched performance, resilience, and security.

Our culture

We celebrate mold breakers, bold thinkers, and problem solvers. We reward initiative, impact, and ownership. We provide flexibility so you can balance professional ambition with your personal life. Here, differences are not just welcomed—they drive everything we do.

If you're ready to innovate, rise to the challenge, and own every moment - make your next move your best one. Apply now.