Software Engineer, Launch Program 2027 – United States
Mastercard5 days ago
Arlington, VA, USA +3 moreEntry Level
Base Salary
$100k - $125k/yr
Responsibilities
- Write clean, maintainable code according to established standards and best practices.
- Contribute to software design, development, testing, and deployment.
- Write basic automated tests to validate behavior and quality.
- Apply secure coding and defensive programming practices.
- Participate in code reviews and incorporate feedback.
- Use debugging tools, logs, and documentation to identify and resolve issues.
- Learn and work with existing systems, tools, and development workflows.
Requirements
- Be currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or accelerated Master’s degree program in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, graduating between December 2026 and June 2027.
- Have project-based academic, internship, or personal experience using one or more programming languages such as Java, JavaScript, Python, or C#.
- Demonstrate advanced proficiency in data structures, algorithms, and core computer science concepts.
- Have familiarity with version control tools such as Git.
- Have experience or coursework involving automated testing.
- Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and eagerness to learn.
- Upload an unofficial school transcript with the application.
Benefits
- Participate in an 18-month Launch Program with structured learning, mentorship, and hands-on experience.
- Receive structured onboarding and collaborate with experienced engineers and teams across Mastercard.
- Full-time benefits generally include medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; flexible spending and health savings accounts; paid leaves; sick and safe time; vacation and personal days; paid holidays; 401(k) matching; fitness benefits; and tuition reimbursement.
- The position is based in the United States, with listed salary locations in Virginia, New York, Georgia, Missouri, and Utah.
- The program is not eligible for employer work authorization sponsorship.
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About Mastercard
Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re building a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.