Software Engineer I, Launch Program 2026 at Mastercard

O'Fallon, Missouri, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

NoVisa

FinTech, Payments, Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or accelerated master’s program graduating between December 2025 – June 2026
Less than 1 year of professional work experience (not including internships)
Project-based experience (personal, academic, internship) in one or more general-purpose programming languages such as: Java, JavaScript, C#, Python, etc
Familiarity using persistent data stores such as relational databases, NoSQL, etc
Uses defensive coding, logging, and alerts to help prevent issues
Experience writing automated tests to verify code correctness and expected behavior
Experience with source control management (e.g., git), deployment, and task management tools
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and familiarity with [text cuts off, but implied as part of qualifications]
Eligible to work in the United States now and in the future without employer sponsorship (e.g., not on F1 visa with CPT or OPT)

Responsibilities

Write high-quality code with a focus on security, design, and maintainability
Contribute to all phases of software development from design through rollout
Find real-life solutions for our clients and the world
Participate in Launch Program activities: four-day orientation, technical orientation, professional skills workshops, Launch Innovation Week, social impact pro bono team challenge, and Global Volunteer Challenge

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Transaction ProcessingData AnalysisFraud DetectionSecurityReliabilityPerformance Optimization

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this role eligible for work authorization sponsorship?

No, this role is not eligible for Mastercard’s work authorization sponsorship. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States now and in the future without employer sponsorship, such as those on F1 visas with CPT or OPT.

What is the salary or compensation for this Software Engineer I position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What skills are required for the Software Engineer I role?

The role requires writing high-quality code with a focus on security, design, and maintainability.

What is the company culture like at Mastercard for software engineers?

Mastercard software engineering teams are obsessed with security, reliability, performance, and delivering solutions that delight customers. They focus on building simple, safe, and smart solutions while being a force for good.

What is the Launch Program and who is it for?

The Launch Program is a development program designed to help students transition to being Mastercard employees, including orientation, technical training, workshops, innovation week, social impact challenges, and volunteering.

Mastercard

Facilitates secure digital payment transactions

About Mastercard

Mastercard operates in the payments industry, focusing on building an inclusive digital economy. The company connects individuals, financial institutions, governments, and businesses through secure data and networks. Mastercard facilitates transactions by charging fees to merchants and financial institutions for processing payments. It serves a wide range of clients across over 210 countries and territories, aiming to make transactions safe, simple, and accessible. The company leverages partnerships and technology to promote growth and sustainability. A key aspect of Mastercard's culture is its decency quotient (DQ), which guides its operations and interactions.

Harrison, New JerseyHeadquarters

2007Year Founded

$9MTotal Funding

M_AND_ACompany Stage

Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

10,001+Employees