NetApp · 12 hours ago
Strategy & Operations Senior Associate
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$138K/yr - $179K/yr
3+ years expNetApp is a leader in intelligent data infrastructure, focusing on delivering unified storage and integrated data services. As a Strategy & Operations Senior Associate, you will work closely with top executives to drive strategic initiatives and enhance operational efficiency across the business.
Cloud ComputingData ManagementData StorageInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Structure complex problems and drive solutions and processes with multiple senior stakeholders to deliver high business impact
Provide thought leadership and strategic advice to leaders across the company
Tackle hard questions with rigor and perseverance, owning the project from problem definition to final recommendation
Present recommendations and lead discussions across multiple levels of management
Lead multiple projects and/or workstreams independently
Assist in the development and execution of AI-driven strategic initiatives to drive business growth and operational efficiency
Support establishing project guardrails and KPIs to capture progress and value of AI projects and contribute to visualizing updates to C-Staff
Work with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders to structure complex problems, drive alignment, and implement strategic AI projects
Wear the hat of a product manager to build AI solutions that provide C-Staff with real-time market and internal performance data and insights at their fingertips
Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform strategic decisions
Qualification
Required
Exceptional analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills
Strong people development and leadership skills, able to manage multiple extended and/or virtual teams
Demonstrated project leadership experience, with the ability to develop and lead projects end-to-end
Familiarity with the enterprise IT industry, particularly the storage market, products, and technologies
Experience in building trusted advisor relationships and influencing others, working effectively with people at all levels in an organization
Strong presence in front of senior executives, comfortable in both business and technical discussions
Intellectual curiosity and a passion for understanding the fundamental drivers of business success and competitive advantage
Proven ability to structure complex problems, develop clear hypotheses, and drive towards actionable recommendations
3–5 years of total professional experience in strategy, operations, management consulting, or a similar analytical role
Preferred
MBA preferred, but not required
Experience in top-tier management consulting or a Strategy & Operations role within a high‑tech or enterprise technology company is highly beneficial
Experience with AI projects or technology-driven initiatives is a plus
Exposure to AI‑driven initiatives, analytics, or technology‑enabled transformation is a plus
Benefits
Health Insurance
Life Insurance
Retirement or Pension Plans
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Various Leave options
Performance-Based Incentives
Employee stock purchase plan
Restricted stocks (RSU’s)
Company
NetApp
NetApp specializes in data storage, data infrastructure, and data management solutions.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (189)
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.25BKey Investors
Sequoia Capital
2025-03-12Post Ipo Debt· $1.25B
1995-11-21IPO
1994-01-01Series Unknown
Leadership Team
George Kurian
Chief Executive Officer
Ben Bromhead
CTO
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