Software Engineer, New Grad

Responsibilities

• Build software solutions for Stripe’s financial infrastructure and products.
• Learn and understand unfamiliar systems through independent research, mentorship, and collaboration with subject matter experts.
• Explain technical work clearly to stakeholders, teammates, and other Stripe employees.
• Use AI tools to accelerate development while critically reviewing, refining, and validating outputs.
• Participate in code reviews and safely update production systems.
• Lead small projects independently and contribute to larger projects with peers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science or a directly related field obtained by summer 2027, or equivalent work experience.
• No more than 18 months of professional experience, excluding internship experience.
• Programming experience through coursework, side projects, internships, or collaborative multi-person coding projects.
• Ability to learn unfamiliar systems and determine when to work independently or seek help.
• Clear written communication skills.
• Ability to use AI tools with rigorous critical thinking and professional judgment.
• Preferred: specialized knowledge in frontend, backend, infrastructure, or another technical area.
• Preferred: familiarity with large codebases, code review practices, and safely updating production systems.