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2027 Software Engineer Jobs: New-Grad Openings
Graduating in 2027? Explore real software engineering openings, compare salaries and eligibility, and apply directly through employer career pages.
Graduating in 2027? Start looking for full-time software engineering jobs now. As of October 9, 2026, Pinterest and Harvey already have 2027 graduate openings. Other employers recruit closer to the start date.
Search for “new grad,” “university grad,” “graduate software engineer,” or “early career” roles. Check graduation dates, location, and work authorization. A “2027” title does not guarantee eligibility. This guide includes real openings and a practical application plan.
Who qualifies for a 2027 new-grad software engineering job?
A new-grad role is for someone finishing school or starting work. Most are full-time jobs with regular weekly hours. An internship is a temporary role, often for current students.
Each employer sets its own graduation, qualification, and experience rules.
For example:
- Pinterest asks for a bachelor's or master's degree in computer science or a related technical field, expected by June 2027. Applicants must be available to start between January and September 2027.
- Harvey asks for graduates from winter 2026 through spring 2027, and previous internship experience is required.
- Pure Storage / Everpure advertises a role titled Software Engineer Grad 2027 but does not state a precise graduation-month window in the posting. It focuses on computer science fundamentals and C++ skills.
The requirements come from the linked official employer postings in the job table below.
Before applying, answer four questions:
- When will you graduate? Compare your actual graduation month with the employer's accepted dates.
- What qualification do you have? Some jobs require a degree. Others consider equivalent practical experience, such as professional software development work. Do not assume your qualification is accepted unless the employer says so.
- Where can you work? A US-based or hybrid role may require you to live near a specific office. “Remote” does not necessarily mean you can work from another country.
- Can you legally work there? Work authorization is permission to work in a country. Visa sponsorship means an employer helps an eligible worker obtain immigration permission. These are different questions, and rules vary by country.
If anything is unclear, ask the employer before applying.
When should the 2027 class start applying?
Start checking roles during 2026, not only after graduation in 2027. The University of Michigan's Engineering Career Resource Center identifies September and October as busy months for campus recruitment, with another active period in January and February. Its guidance also notes that companies keep recruiting during the year. This is a general pattern, not a deadline for every employer.
The University of Chicago also reports 2027 full-time recruitment opening in summer 2026 at some major technology employers. Smaller firms may hire throughout the year.
| Period | A useful plan for a 2027 graduate |
|---|---|
| October–November 2026 | Apply to roles that already match your graduation date. Review postings several times a week. |
| December 2026 | Keep applying, improve your résumé, and prepare for assessments. Do not assume every employer stops hiring. |
| January–March 2027 | Check new graduate and general junior roles. Continue interviews and reach out to relevant employers. |
| April 2027 onward | Expand your search to recently posted entry-level roles that accept your experience and start date. |
This is a planning schedule, not a list of employer deadlines. Always follow the dates shown on the actual job posting. For example, Harvey's San Francisco graduate opening displayed an October 25, 2026 application deadline when checked on October 9.
Sources: University of Michigan recruiting timeline and University of Chicago technology recruiting information.
Examples of 2027 software engineering jobs
The following roles had live employer postings when checked on October 9, 2026. The salary figures are advertised annual US base-pay ranges, not typical graduate salaries, guaranteed offers, or total compensation. Roles can close or change after this date.
One more role to consider: Affirm has a Software Engineer, Early Career (NYC) position with a published annual base-pay range of $130,000–$180,000. It is hybrid in New York City, with three office days per week during the first year. However, its official posting does not say that applicants must graduate in 2027. Treat it as a related early-career opportunity, not a 2027-only job.
All four examples are US-based. They do not guarantee international eligibility or visa sponsorship.
Where can you find more real openings?
Compare job directories with the employer's original posting.
Employer career pages: Search Students, Graduates, or Early Careers. Use the original posting to confirm requirements and apply.
University career centers: Look for campus job boards, employer presentations, and career fairs. Check student access rules.
Job directories: Browse software engineer jobs on Ultrise and follow links to employers. Confirm that applications are still accepted.
Check the official employer application before trusting a copied vacancy.
How to search without wasting time
Start with a few focused searches rather than a single broad search for “software engineer.” Try:
- software engineer new grad 2027
- university graduate software engineer 2027
- 2027 graduate backend engineer London
- entry level software engineer 2027 Canada
- early career software engineer [your city]
Combine the job title and location. Try related titles such as graduate full-stack engineer or junior platform engineer.
On Ultrise's jobs search, you can search by job title or company, enter a location, choose a contract type, or use the remote-only option. There is no need to assume a special “graduating in 2027” or “visa sponsorship” filter exists: read each posting for those details.
Try this short search routine:
- Search two or three job titles in your target locations.
- Open promising listings and confirm they are not senior positions.
- Read the employer's graduation, experience, office, and work authorization requirements.
- Save the official application link and its closing date, if one is given.
- Apply to suitable roles with a résumé that shows the relevant skills.
If you need sponsorship, ask early. High pay or a remote label does not mean it is available.
How to make your application stronger
Your résumé should show what you built, not just the languages you know. Choose two or three relevant projects, coursework examples, or internships.
For each project, explain:
- The problem: What did the software help someone do?
- Your contribution: Which features, APIs, tests, or systems did you personally build?
- The evidence: Can the employer see a working demo, code repository, test results, or a real measurement?
Instead of “Knowledge of Python and databases,” write something specific, such as “Built a Python API to track orders, using PostgreSQL and automated tests.” This is only an example; describe your real work.
Match your examples to the role: C++ systems work needs different evidence from React and API work. See Ultrise's résumé guide.
For interviews, review data structures, algorithms, debugging, testing, and basic software design. Explain your choices clearly. Practice discussing one project, including problems you fixed. If you use AI coding tools, be prepared to check and explain their output.
Mistakes that can cost you an opportunity
| Mistake | Better approach |
|---|---|
| Applying only because the title says “2027” | Check the accepted graduation months and start dates. |
| Treating “remote” as worldwide | Read the approved countries and office requirements. |
| Assuming the salary range is a guaranteed offer | Check base pay, location rules, benefits, and any equity separately. |
| Applying to expired or copied jobs | Open the official employer application page before submitting personal information. |
| Using the same résumé for every technical role | Put the most relevant languages, projects, and results first. |
| Claiming work or skills you cannot explain | Use honest project examples that you can discuss in an interview. |
Never pay a fee to submit a standard application. If a recruiter asks for money or unusual personal details, verify them through the employer's website.
Your next steps
Before you apply
Check that you qualify
Match your graduation month and start date to the posting. Confirm degree and internship requirements, office location, work authorization, and sponsorship if you need it.
Show work you can explain
Tailor your résumé to the role. Include relevant projects or internships, your specific contribution, and a working demo or repository where possible. Prepare to explain your code and technical choices.
Verify the opening at the source
Open the employer’s application page to confirm the role is still accepting applications. Read the requirements again and use the official application link.
Keep your search moving
Record the role, application link, closing date, and submission date. Track replies and interview steps, and keep checking suitable new-grad and junior openings.
Frequently asked questions
Find your next software engineering opportunity
Apply when a role matches your skills, graduation date, location, and right to work. Start with current software engineer listings on Ultrise, choose a relevant opening, and confirm the details on the employer's site before you apply.
