Software Engineer, New Grad
The Software Engineer, New Grad at Confidential Client will contribute to building and improving programmable financial infrastructure that supports millions of businesses globally. This role involves solving complex, novel problems with high impact, collaborating in small teams, and leveraging AI tools to accelerate development. The position offers a unique opportunity to grow in a fast-paced environment focused on innovation and economic growth.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, a company in Software Development, Financial Services, and Technology (Information and Internet).
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is hiring entry-level software engineers who want to build reliable, scalable systems that power real businesses. As a New Grad Software Engineer you will join a cross-functional product team, contribute to design and implementation, and help ship high-quality code that impacts customers globally.
- Design, implement, test, and operate services and features across frontend, backend, or infrastructure components
- Work primarily with languages and platforms such as Java, Ruby, JavaScript, Scala, and Go (team-specific stack varies)
- Participate in code reviews, testing, and safe production rollout practices
- Learn large codebases quickly and collaborate with teammates to unblock delivery
- Use AI-assisted tools to accelerate development while applying rigorous review and validation of outputs
- Collaborate with product, design, and security partners to deliver customer-focused solutions
Who You Are
- Ambitious builder who enjoys solving open-ended problems and shipping impactful work
- Rigorous thinker who tackles technically challenging problems and learns quickly
- Adaptable problem solver who balances independent action with partnership and seeks feedback
- Clear, concise communicator who can explain designs and trade-offs to teammates
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science or a related field (completed by summer 2027), or equivalent practical experience
- New grad candidates should have no more than 18 months of professional experience (internships excluded)
- Experience writing code through coursework, projects, or internships; familiarity with at least one modern language (Java, Ruby, JavaScript, Scala, Go, etc.)
- Experience working on multi-person coding projects (university teams or professional internships)
- Ability to learn unfamiliar systems independently and with mentorship
- Clear written communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to leverage AI tools to accelerate development while applying professional judgment to review and validate results
Preferred Qualifications
- Depth in one area (frontend, backend, infrastructure, or similar) paired with broad engineering fundamentals
- Experience with code review workflows and safely updating production systems
- Comfort navigating and contributing to large codebases
- Track record of leading small projects and contributing to larger efforts
- High agency in troubleshooting and knowing when to ask for support
In-office expectations
Office-assigned employees are generally expected to spend at least 50% of their time each month in their local office or with customers. Specific expectations vary by team and role; hiring managers will discuss any team-level requirements during the interview process.
Pay & Benefits
- Annual US base salary range: $122,100 - $134,400. This range may cover multiple career levels and will be narrowed based on experience, qualifications, and location.
- Additional benefits may include equity, annual bonus or commission (when applicable), 401(k), medical/dental/vision, and wellness stipends.
- Applicants outside the US may request the local salary range during the interview process.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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