Software Engineer (2027 New College Graduate)

Job Title

Software Engineer (2027 New College Graduate)

Role Summary

Entry-level software engineer contributing to the design, development, testing, and maintenance of a performance‑tuning application for MIPS RISC‑V microprocessors. The role spans front-end interfaces to back-end simulation and modeling and includes customer onboarding and troubleshooting support.

This position works on a cross‑functional engineering team focused on improving developer workflows and application performance.

Experience Level

Entry-level - New college graduate (recent graduates; early-career role).

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include feature development, quality assurance, and collaborating with internal teams and customers.

• Design, implement, test, and maintain application features that address customer needs and improve workflows.
• Collaborate with engineers, product stakeholders, and customers to clarify requirements and propose solutions.
• Apply testing, debugging, and performance‑analysis techniques to improve reliability and usability.
• Participate in code reviews and design discussions; contribute to code quality and team practices.
• Support customer onboarding, troubleshooting, and developer-focused workflows.
• Follow Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements in daily work.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and experience for successful performance in this role.

• Strong programming fundamentals and hands-on software development experience through coursework, internships, personal projects, open-source contributions, or research.
• Experience with testing, debugging, and performance analysis tools and techniques.
• Ability to collaborate in cross-functional teams and participate effectively in code reviews and design discussions.
• Customer-focused troubleshooting and support skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Nice-to-have

• Prior internship or co-op experience related to software development.
• Interest in AI tools and emerging technologies to improve productivity.
• Familiarity or interest in developer tools, application frameworks, data visualization, computer architecture (RISC‑V), simulation, or performance tuning.
• Demonstrated leadership in projects, competitions, or team activities; project management and organizational skills.

Education Requirements

Graduating with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field from an accredited program. Minimum overall GPA of 3.0. English fluency (written and verbal) required.

About the Company

Company: GlobalFoundries

Headquarters: Saratoga Springs, New York, USA

GlobalFoundries is a leading contract manufacturer for the global semiconductor industry, with facilities in multiple countries, including the USA. The company develops a broad portfolio of semiconductor technologies and employs around 13,000 people worldwide. GlobalFoundries focuses on enhancing competitiveness in specialized application solutions and fostering innovation in mobile communications, consumer electronics, and automotive applications.