Software Engineering NextGen Academy - Entry Level

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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 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 cod e , 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 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 f oundations 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 €2,295 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:

1. Online T echnical Assessment
2. Talent Acquisition Screening
3. Live A ssessment D ay in our Vilnius Office
4. Final Interview Planned start date: 14th 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 people@rocketsoftware.com. 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!