Software Engineer 3
Job Summary
NetApp is seeking a highly motivated and innovative AI Engineer to join our growing AI and Automation team. In this role, you will contribute to the design, development, and deployment of next-generation Agentic AI applications leveraging Large Language Models (LLMs), Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), and modern orchestration frameworks. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to build scalable AI solutions that solve real-world business challenges while driving innovation across the organization.
Job Requirements
- Design, develop, and maintain Agentic AI applications using modern AI frameworks such as LangGraph, LangChain, Google ADK, Phoenix, Guardrails, Mem0, and related technologies.
- Develop scalable Python-based solutions for agent orchestration, workflow automation, data processing, API integrations, and AI-driven applications.
- Build and optimize Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines, vector search capabilities, prompt engineering frameworks, and memory management systems.
- Leverage Large Language Models (LLMs), vector databases, and semantic search technologies to deliver robust and accurate AI solutions.
- Evaluate, prototype, and integrate emerging AI technologies, including Model Context Protocol (MCP), Agent-to-Agent (A2A) communication, and related advancements in the Generative AI ecosystem.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and deliver innovative AI-powered products and features.
- Perform experimentation, testing, performance optimization, and debugging of AI applications to ensure scalability, reliability, and accuracy.
- Apply software engineering best practices, including code reviews, testing, documentation, and continuous improvement.
- Demonstrate strong proficiency in Python, including object-oriented programming and experience with libraries and frameworks such as NumPy, Pandas, FastAPI, and Streamlit.
- Possess hands-on experience working with LLM APIs, Agentic AI frameworks, and Generative AI application development.
- Have exposure to vector databases and AI tools such as FAISS, Milvus, Hugging Face, or similar technologies.
- Exhibit strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Education
- Typically requires a minimum of 4- 8 years of related experience.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Information Technology, or a related technical field; or equivalent work experience.
- Experience building enterprise software applications with a strong focus on Python development and Generative AI technologies.
- Proven experience developing AI solutions leveraging Large Language Models (LLMs), Agentic AI frameworks, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), and modern AI orchestration patterns.
- A Master's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related field is a plus.
All internal movements within the Product Group via requisition will be lateral, offering valuable growth opportunities to extend your skills in a new area. Opportunities for a promotion will be reviewed in the normal course of business, aligned with our promotion process.
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