Software Engineer, University Graduate
Content + Source + Freshness • 14 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Entry-level position with great potential for career development and exposure to robust software engineering practices in a global tech environment.
- Built for recent graduates seeking tech roles
- Opportunity to work in a leading tech firm
- Mentorship and career development focus
- Requires foundational knowledge in programming
Pros
- Opportunity for recent graduates to step into a reputable company.
- Exposure to large-scale software projects and innovative technologies.
- Structured mentorship and development programs available.
Cons
- Less competitive salary compared to more experienced roles.
- Potential lack of autonomy in tasks.
- Need to adapt quickly to Google's fast-paced culture.
Who it's for
Entry • Hybrid
Good fit
- Recent computer science graduates
- Aspiring software engineers eager to learn
- Team players interested in collaborative projects
Not recommended for
- Veteran engineers seeking senior roles
- Individuals wanting independent tasks
- Candidates preferring remote work only
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Software Engineer, University Graduate
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Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
- Experience with software development in one or more programming languages (e.g., Python, C, C++, Java, JavaScript).
- Experience working with data structures or algorithms during coursework/projects, research, internships, or practical experience in school or work (e.g., open-source coding).
Preferred qualifications:
- Master's degree in Computer Science, or a related technical field.
- Experience working with one or more of the following: web or mobile application development, Unix/Linux environments, distributed and parallel systems, machine learning, information retrieval, natural language processing, networking, developing large software systems, or security software development.
- Experience developing accessible technologies.
- Interest and ability to learn other coding languages as needed.
About the job
Google's software engineers develop the next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. Our products need to handle information at massive scale, and extend well beyond web search. We're looking for engineers who bring fresh ideas from all areas, including information retrieval, distributed computing, large-scale system design, networking and data storage, security, artificial intelligence, natural language processing, UI design and mobile; the list goes on and is growing every day. As a software engineer, you will work on a specific project critical to Google’s needs with opportunities to switch teams and projects as you and our fast-paced business grow and evolve. We need our engineers to be versatile, display leadership qualities and be enthusiastic to take on new problems across the full-stack as we continue to push technology forward.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and improve software.
- Manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables.
- Take on tasks as requested, following through to completion despite roadblocks or distractions.
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