Software Engineer - Entry-Level - NextGen Academy

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Job Description Summary:

Join Rocket Software’s NextGen Academy – a 6-month, full-time, paid engineering program designed for graduates and career changers who want to launch or transition into a career as a modern, AI-augmented software engineer.

This is not a traditional internship or bootcamp.

Participants are expected to think and operate as engineers - building strong foundations in software craftsmanship while learning how to use AI responsibly as part of modern engineering workflows.

Step into The Academy and step up to your future at Rocket Software - where success leads directly to permanent engineering opportunities.

What You’ll Do

As a participant in the NextGen Academy, you will:

• Strengthen core software engineering foundations: clean code, testing, debugging, system design and engineering judgement
• Apply AI tools and techniques to accelerate development, learning and problem‑solving while remaining accountable for correctness and quality
• Work on hands‑on projects inspired by real Rocket Software products and platforms
• Gain exposure to enterprise‑scale systems, production constraints, and real‑world trade‑offs
• Collaborate with other Academy participants, mentors and experienced engineers on cross-team challenges
• Deliver an end-to-end project demonstrating engineering ownership, reasoning and technical depth
  
  

What You’ll Experience

• Structured, hands-on learning: A 6-month, full-time, paid program combining technical training with practical application
• An AI augmented engineering mindset - AI as a force multiplier, not a replacement for fundamentals
• A high learning pace - you will be challenged and supported at the same time
• Exposure to real engineering problems, not academic simulations
• Close mentorship from experienced engineers and technical leaders
• A clear pathway into a full-time Software Engineer role at Rocket Software upon successful completion
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or similar OR equivalent experience from a structured career-transition path
• Solid foundations in at least one programming language (e.g. Java, Python, C++, JavaScript)
• Understanding of software engineering fundamentals (data structures, algorithms or system design principles)
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability and strong willingness to learn
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to AI tools, LLMs or AI-assisted development workflows
• Familiarity with Linux-based development environment
• Experience using Git, testing frameworks, or CI/CD pipelines
• Personal, academic, or career‑transition projects demonstrating hands‑on development
  
  

Who You Are

• Graduate or career changer: Looking to start or pivot into software engineering
• Curious and growth-oriented: Eager to learn both foundational and emerging technologies
• AI-ready: Interested in leveraging AI as a natural part of the engineering workflow
• Hands-on builder: Motivated to learn by doing and solving real-world problems
• Collaborative and adaptable: Comfortable working in team environments and navigating new challenges
• We are offering a competitive salary of €1,795 gross per month
• Program length: 6 months, full‑time
• During the Academy, on‑site presence in Vilnius is expected
• After successful completion, engineers become eligible for Rocket’s remote‑first working model
• Recruitment process:
• Talent Acquisition Screening
• Online Technical Assessment
• Live Assessment Day in our Vilnius Office
• Final Interview
• Planned start date: Mid‑September 2026
  
  

Why Join Rocket Software?

At Rocket Software, we power the world’s most critical systems. Through the NextGen Academy, you will gain the skills, experience, and mindset needed to grow into a professional software engineer equipped to build modern enterprise solutions enhanced by AI.

Learn more about previous Academy: https://www.rocketsoftware.com/en-us/nextgen-academy/vilnius

Information Security:

Information security is everyone’s responsibility. A fundamental principle of information security at Rocket Software is that all individuals in the organization have a responsibility for the security and protection of company information and IT Resources over which they have control, according to their role.

Diversity, Inclusion & Equity:

At Rocket we are committed to an inclusive workplace environment, where every Rocketeer can thrive by bringing their full selves to work. Being a Rocketeer means you are part of our movement to continually drive inclusivity, diversity and equity in our workforce.

Rocket Software Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Rocket Software Inc. is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

As part of our commitment to a safe and trustworthy workplace, we include background and reference checks in our hiring process.

Rocket is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call: 781-577-4321 or send an email to [email protected]. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!