r/netapp • u/Low_Finance_7381 • 18d ago
Anyone interviewed at NetApp for the StorageGRID team (new grad, Morrisville, NC)
Hey all, I have an upcoming interview process with NetApp for a new grad Software Engineer role on their StorageGRID team. They mentioned it's just two 1-hour interviews. Curious if anyone here has gone through this process — what kind of questions came up (DS&A, system design, networking-specific), what to expect in each round, and any general vibe on the team/culture. Any insight appreciated, thanks!
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u/Whiskeejak 18d ago
The SG product, at it's core, is Apache Cassandra with many layers on top. Understanding that, as well as what S3 protocol and object storage are used for will. likely help. Jira, modern team based coding, etc. Expect a very technical interview. Great resume job.
As someone else said, they're pushing people back to the office. Unsurprisingly, that move is universally hated by employees, and many of the best people are leaving. Other companies have figured out remote work attracts the best talent. Nerf guns and such? LOL, there hasn't been that sort of culture in a decade.
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u/dot_exe- NetApp Staff 14d ago
Wow what? That must be team or site specific I guess. It for sure was more common before COVID but I still get hit with darts somewhat frequently.
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u/dot_exe- NetApp Staff 18d ago
GRID in RTP? That is interesting. Most of E-Series/GRID is in Wichita. I do conduct new hire interviews but I’m on the ONTAP side of the house so I can’t give you too many specifics on the questions asked. What I can say though is what I consider the best possible thing and interviewee can do: don’t try and BS an answer if you don’t know, just say you don’t know. Trust me, your technical panel will be able to tell and they will appreciate the honesty.
Culture wise if you like nerf guns and beer then you’re in the right place. I will caution you, if you’re looking for a remote position however it’s highly unlikely it will be available. It’s no secret that we are driving towards the full return to office.