Data Engineer I, Launch Program 2027 – Arlington, VA, US
Mastercard1 day ago
Arlington, VA, USAEntry Level
Base Salary
$115k - $115k/yr
Responsibilities
- Build and operate shared data services, platforms, and tooling supporting analytics and AI.
- Contribute to data ingestion and processing, reusable datasets, data quality, consistent data access, and research and customer data workflows.
- Support automation, reliability, reuse, and the ongoing operation of shared data capabilities.
- Collaborate across functions and contribute to cross-functional and strategic initiatives during the Launch Program.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or accelerated Master’s degree with an anticipated graduation date between December 2026 and June 2027.
- Foundational knowledge of databases, data warehousing, data analytics, or related data technologies.
- Previous internship experience in Data Science, Data Engineering, or a related field.
- Basic proficiency in Python and SQL for data analysis, data processing, or problem-solving.
- Familiarity with machine learning concepts, techniques, and common applications.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, interest in large datasets, ability to learn technologies quickly, and effective collaboration skills.
- Must be eligible to work in the United States now and in the future without employer sponsorship.
Benefits
- 18-month Launch Program with hands-on experiences, cross-functional projects, structured learning opportunities, and exposure to multiple areas of Mastercard’s business.
- Full-time benefits generally include medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; flexible spending and health savings accounts; paid leaves; sick and vacation time; personal days; paid holidays; 401(k) matching; fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities; and potential tuition reimbursement.
- The role is based in Arlington, Virginia, United States.
- Applicants must upload an unofficial school transcript.
About Mastercard
Mastercard builds and operates a global payments network used by banks, merchants, fintechs, and governments, offering card processing, real-time payments, tokenization, and fraud/risk services. It generates revenue from transaction processing and assessment/service fees across more than 200 countries and territories. Founded in 1966 and headquartered in Purchase, New York, Mastercard is a public company listed on the NYSE (ticker: MA).