Associate, Software Engineering

When you join Sallie Mae, you become a champion for all students.

We're on a mission to power confidence as students begin their unique journey. To help them plan their higher education, successfully finish, and prepare for life after school. To help them Start smart. Learn big.

Students need guidance navigating this important time in their life. They need someone who acknowledges that their education path is unique. They need a partner willing to evolve and not only meet but surpass their expectations. We're changing. Because students need a better way.

We're looking for people who are excited to drive this transformation. To break barriers and think of new ways to adapt, help, and create better experiences for students-and for each other.

This is where diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and perspectives matter. It's where you're empowered to bring your authentic self to work.

Feeling your best allows you to do your best. Our benefits take care of the whole you-from physical and mental to financial and professional. You'll get opportunities to further your education and career, support for you and your family (including your pets!), paid time off to volunteer for the things that matter to you, and more.

We're obsessed with impact and making a real difference. For us, that means putting relationships first, asking "why not?" when tackling challenges, and continuously learning new skills.

Come do more than join something, change something. For students, for future generations, for the future of education.

Job Description

Starting Your Career in Software Development? We value fresh perspectives and are committed to developing emerging talent. If you're a recent or upcoming graduate with a passion for technology and problem-solving, this position offers an excellent foundation to begin your professional journey. Our people make all the difference in our success.

What You'll Contribute

As an Associate Software Engineer, you'll join one of our scrum teams to learn and grow your skills in Salesforce solutions with AWS integrations. You'll work with Service Cloud, Financial Services Cloud, Experience Cloud, and various integration technologies. You'll have opportunities to develop skills in AWS serverless technologies, C# integration services, and SQL Server database work. You'll investigate platform capabilities that help empower our business objectives. The features you help develop will have a direct impact on our ability to deliver value for our customers.

What You'll Do

• Learn to develop applications that fulfill business requirements using Apex, Lightning Components (Aura and LWC), Visualforce & Lightning pages, and configurative development using Flow/Custom Metadata.
• Gain experience with AWS serverless technologies like Lambda and API Gateway, while developing C# integration services that connect our Salesforce platform with other business systems
• Work with SQL Server to build and optimize database queries for data integration and reporting needs
• Develop skills in testing automation, including writing unit tests, integration tests, and browser tests (using tools like Playwright)
• Gain experience troubleshooting issues and implementing solutions across both cloud platforms and integrated systems
• Grow your craft as a Software Engineer/Developer by learning the latest design patterns, principles, and technologies through mentorship, training, and hands-on projects

What You Have

Minimum education, skills and experience required :

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (entry level candidates or upcoming May graduates welcome)
• Strong foundation in programming concepts and object-oriented principles from coursework or personal projects
• Understanding of front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript (coursework or personal projects)
• Familiarity with database concepts
• Eagerness to learn and apply new technologies including cloud services
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative environment
• Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new concepts and technologies

Preferred education, skills and experience required :

• Programming projects (academic or personal) demonstrating full stack development capabilities
• Any exposure to testing methodologies or automation frameworks (unit testing, integration testing, or browser testing tools like Playwright)
• Any exposure to AWS services, serverless concepts, or cloud computing through coursework or personal interest
• Basic knowledge of SQL and relational database concepts
• Exposure to C# or similar object-oriented languages
• Experience with source control systems like Git
• Any experience with Salesforce platform or CRM concepts
• Participation in hackathons, coding competitions, or open-source contributions
• Interest in or exposure to agile development methodologies
• 1-2 years of experience in software engineering or a related technical role.

The Americans with Disabilities Act

The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) prohibits discrimination by employers, in compensation and employment opportunities, against qualified individuals with disabilities who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the "essential functions" of a job. A function may be essential for any of several reasons, including: the job exists to perform that function, the employee holding the job was hired for his/her expertise in performing the function, or only a limited number of employees are available to perform that function.

Feeling your best helps you do your best:

Our benefits take care of the whole you-so you can build your work around your life (not the other way around!).

• Competitive base salaries
• Bonus incentives
• Generous PTO, Floating Holidays and 12 Federal Holidays observed
• Support for financial-well-being and retirement 401k with employer match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance and more
• Employer paid short-term/long-term disability and basic life insurance
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
• Paid parental leave and adoption reimbursement programs
• Free access to on-site staffed fitness centers (in Delaware) and gym subsidy (for locations outside Delaware)
• Confidential counseling support (EAP), Health Advocacy services and Wellness program with financial incentives
• Tuition Reimbursement and Family Scholarship Programs
• Career development and training opportunities

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