Job Information
NetApp Software Engineer Intern in Morrisville, North Carolina
Job Summary
Why Join NetApp as an Intern?
Work directly on industry leading distributed storage technologies used by enterprise customers worldwide.
Receive dedicated mentorship from experienced engineers.
Gain exposure to enterprise scale development practices, tools, and engineering culture.
Experience a flexible hybrid work environment that supports autonomy and team engagement.
Build meaningful connections through intern programs, technical workshops, and community initiatives.
About the Team – StorageGRID Engineering
StorageGRID is NetApp’s software defined, object based storage solution trusted by customers worldwide to manage massive unstructured datasets efficiently and securely. As part of the StorageGRID Platform Development team, you’ll work with engineers responsible for developing, testing, deploying, and supporting next generation distributed storage software and hardware.
Role Overview
As a Software Engineering Intern, you will contribute to real production level development efforts, working closely with engineers who design and build StorageGRID. The role is structured to support early career learning through mentorship, guided technical exposure, and hands on project work.
Key Responsibilities
Software Development
• Participate in design, implementation, and enhancement of StorageGRID components.
• Develop clean, maintainable code in languages such as Python, Java, C, C++, JavaScript, Ruby, or shell scripting.
• Support front end or back end development depending on project needs based on your skills.
Job Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
Strong understanding of core computer science fundamentals, including:
Operating systems
Data structures and algorithms
Multithreading and concurrency
Computer architecture
Software design patterns and programming practices
Experience with one or more programming languages such as Python, Java, C, C++, or JavaScript.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies quickly and apply creative problem solving approaches.
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Hands on experience with Linux development environments.
Understanding of networking fundamentals (OSI layers, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, NTP).
Exposure to distributed systems, cloud native tooling, object storage concepts, or S3 APIs.
Familiarity with containers or orchestration technologies.
Front end development experience with JavaScript, HTML, or CSS.
Education
Currently enrolled in an accredited educational program through Summer 2026 or later.
Compensation:
Final compensation packages are competitive and in line with industry standards, reflecting a variety of factors. Benefits may vary by country and region, and further details will be provided as part of the recruitment process.
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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.
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