Software Engineer, Apprentice

About the Role

Bank of America's Global Technology division manages critical systems and platforms for retail, commercial, and institutional businesses, as well as key support functions. We develop and deploy leading-edge technologies in areas such as mobile and online banking, payments processing, technology infrastructure, cyber-security, risk and capital management, and enterprise data management. Our teams are at the forefront of innovative learning through immersive technology, including virtual reality, artificial intelligence, and practice simulations. As a member of our team, you will utilize leading technology solutions and integrated platforms to enable customers and clients to bank anytime, anywhere.

Skills Exposure/Opportunity to Work In Areas Such As

• Full stack
• SRE
• AI/ML
• Cloud
• Pega
• BPM
• Cybersecurity (Network Security, Pen testing, IAM, Cloud Security)
• Infosec
• Salesforce
• ServiceNow

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure software is developed to meet functional, non-functional, and compliance requirements.
• Design solutions with maintainability, ease of integration, and testing built-in from the outset.
• Gather and translate internal and external client requirements into technical design specifications, including business process re-engineering.
• Code solutions, perform unit tests, and ensure successful integration into internal banking applications and systems with clear, robust, and well-tested interfaces.
• Participate and contribute to delivery/release (CI/CD) events, including branching timelines, pull requests, issue triage, merge/conflict resolution, and release notes.
• Document models and findings, support data collation and processing for development and delivery.
• Perform proof of concept to implement new ideas or mitigate risk.
• Ensure execution and delivery meet technology expectations regarding functionality, quality, performance, reliability, and timelines.
• Work with global development teams and business partners across APAC, EMEA & AMRS, translating business/functional requirements for banking, trading, and markets.
• Identify, escalate, and resolve incidents and issues.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Foundational skills in the full software lifecycle: requirements analysis, coding, testing, and deployment.
• Strong knowledge of development and testing practices common to the industry.
• Understanding of design patterns that support complex applications.
• Fundamental knowledge and understanding of programming languages, data visualization tools, application frameworks, distributed systems, and databases.
• Basic proficiency in at least one of the following programming languages: Java, C#/.NET, C++, Python.
• Experience in Agile methodology, Process Improvement, Excel, JIRA.
• Knowledge of Linux/Unix.
• Ability to deal with ambiguity, including various work assignments and changing priorities.
• Strong influencing skills with the ability to influence both vertically and horizontally.
• Assertiveness, initiative, strong work ethic, and a team attitude.
• Distinguished written and oral communication skills.
• High level of intellectual curiosity, a drive for excellence, and a commitment to achieving sustainable results.
• Strong academic and technical skills in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

Eligibility:

• Eligible Final year students from the Class of 2027 ONLY.
• Students with Indian citizenship and residing in India.

Educational Qualifications:

• Degree Type: BTech, B.E.
• Major Specialization: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology.
• CGPA: 70% in the last semester OR CGPA of 7 on a scale of 10 in the last semester with no pending backlogs.

Work Experience:

• No work experience, freshers only.

Desired Skills:

• Good to have experience with developing frameworks and tools specific to AI/ML applications.
• Good to have familiarity with cloud platforms and development in cloud environments.
• Candidate good at problem-solving and have quantitative skills.
• Ability to implement solutions based on requirements or innovative ideas.
• Willingness and aptitude to work in global distributed teams.
• Attention to detail and strong work ethics.

Other Campus Eligibility Requirements:

• Open to any roles finally selected as suitable in the interview/evaluation process.
• Open to join any of our 5 locations: MUMBAI, CHENNAI, GURUGRAM, HYDERABAD, GIFT CITY. Not all campus roles are available in all locations. Location preference will not be given.
• Must be open to work in any shifts, including night shifts, rotational shifts, as per business or process requirements.