Intern - Software Engineer (Cloud)

Job Summary

We invest heavily in new talent because fresh perspectives help us innovate and elevate what’s possible. As AI transforms how organizations use and manage their data, NetApp is helping shape the next generation of intelligent data infrastructure across cloud, hybrid, and on-premises environments. As an intern, you’ll be encouraged to bring forward new ideas, take ownership of meaningful work, and drive results alongside a team that succeeds together, while receiving the mentorship, resources, and feedback you need to grow.

As a Software Engineer Intern on one of our Cloud Storage teams, you’ll work alongside experienced engineers to design, develop, test, and improve cloud-based software and services. Depending on your team and project assignment, you may contribute to areas such as cloud storage, distributed systems, backend services, APIs and microservices, automation, data management, service reliability, and performance.

You’ll gain hands-on experience across the software development lifecycle while learning how scalable and reliable cloud services are designed, built, tested, deployed, and operated.

What You’ll Do:

• Design, develop, test, and enhance cloud-based software and services.
• Build or contribute to backend services, APIs, and microservices.
• Work with cloud-native technologies such as containers and Kubernetes.
• Integrate cloud services, APIs, databases, and platform components.
• Troubleshoot software defects, service failures, and performance issues.
• Build automated tests, tools, and workflows that improve software quality and engineering efficiency.
• Participate across the software development lifecycle, from design and implementation through testing and deployment.
• Collaborate across teams to solve complex technical problems and improve the reliability, scalability, and performance of cloud services.

Example Project Work:

Intern projects vary based on team priorities and business needs and may include:

• Cloud Storage Services: Develop or enhance software that helps customers store, manage, protect, and access data in cloud environments.
• APIs & Microservices: Build or enhance APIs and backend services used to interact with cloud resources.
• Cloud-Native Development: Develop containerized services using technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Automation & CI/CD: Build automated testing, deployment, or development workflows.
• Distributed Systems & Reliability: Develop and test scalable cloud services with a focus on reliability, availability, and performance.
• Storage & System Integration: Develop integrations between storage services, APIs, protocols, and cloud platforms.

Job Requirements

• Programming experience in one or more languages such as Go, C++, C#, Java, or Python through coursework, projects, research, internships, or other experience.
• Understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software engineering fundamentals.
• Familiarity with Linux or Unix environments.
• Exposure to cloud computing concepts or platforms such as Azure, AWS, or GCP.
• Interest in APIs, backend services, distributed systems, or cloud-native development.
• Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to learn and apply new technologies.
• Coursework, projects, or experience with technologies such as REST APIs, microservices, Docker, Kubernetes, databases, CI/CD, automated testing, or cloud platforms is a plus.
• Curiosity about AI and emerging technologies, with exposure through coursework, projects, or hands-on use considered a plus.

You don’t need experience in every technology listed above. We value strong software engineering fundamentals, curiosity, technical problem-solving skills, and the ability to learn.

Additional Details:

• Job Posting Info: This is a pipeline position used to fill internship opportunities across multiple engineering teams, and recruiting will continue as individual teams identify project and hiring needs.
• Program Details: This is a 10-12 week summer internship, with start dates in May or June 2027.

Education & Experience

• Must be enrolled in an educational or professional program through the summer of 2027.
• Candidates pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related technical field are encouraged to apply.

Compensation:

Final compensation packages are competitive and in line with industry standards, reflecting a variety of factors, and include a comprehensive benefits package. This may cover Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Retirement or Pension Plans, Paid Time Off (PTO), various Leave options, Performance-Based Incentives, employee stock purchase plan, and/or restricted stocks (RSU’s), with all offerings subject to regional variations and governed by local laws, regulations, and company policies. Benefits may vary by country and region, and further details will be provided as part of the recruitment process.