ABOUT THIS ROLEApex's SHARK early career program for new grads who refuse to settle for ordinary.
SHARKS are Strategic. High-achieving. Always Reimagining Key Solutions. They're hungry to solve problems in their path.
As a Software Engineering SHARK, you'll join a cohort of new grads on a year-long journey built to fast-track you from talented graduate to fintech engineering leader. SHARKs go through intensive training, executive mentorship, and high-visibility technical projects.
The basics: Begins July 2027 | In-office 4 days/week in Austin, Dallas, New York, or Chicago (Relocation Assistance Available)
What to Expect - Kick off with a 6-week immersive onboarding (AI/Claude training, fintech architecture fundamentals, and Apex engineering culture)
- Join your home team as a core contributor, owning software projects that impact live systems and millions of users
- Build and test LLM integrations, AI agents, and automation that impact live systems
- Lead strategic initiatives across AI development, system architecture, and automation
- Build your brand through hackathons and innovation challenges
- Get continuous mentorship from Year 2 SHARKs and senior engineering leaders
Why It's Worth It - Real work from day one-you're an owner, not an observer
- Direct executive access through monthly 1:1s
- Dedicated time to build AI-powered projects that actually ship-not just experiments
- A clear path forward-we're building future VPs, not permanent analysts
- A cohort and alumni network that opens doors for life
Tech & tools: Go/Golang • Java • Python • C++ • React • TypeScript • JavaScript • Claude • Claude Code • AI development tools
What We're Looking For - Available to start July 2027 alongside your SHARK cohort
- Bachelor's in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related STEM field
- Typically 3.0+ GPA (exceptional candidates with strong leadership encouraged to apply). Transcript required in the application.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; thrives in technical ambiguity and complex systems
- Demonstrated technical leadership through internships, open-source contributions, or significant projects
- Strong communicator who can influence at all levels and explain technical concepts clearly
- Genuine curiosity about fintech and building scalable financial products
- Eligible to work in the US without employer sponsorship
Why Apex? While other programs offer rotations and observations, SHARK offers transformation. You'll tackle engineering challenges that would take years to access elsewhere, present solutions to executives who implement your ideas, and build a portfolio of code that distinguishes you for life. We're not looking for perfect resumes-we're looking for future engineering leaders.
#engineering #entry-level #full-time #LI-DNI
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Our RewardsWe offer a robust package of employee perks and benefits, including healthcare benefits (medical, dental and vision, EAP), competitive PTO, 401k match, parental leave, and HSA contribution match. We also provide our employees with a paid subscription to the Calm app and offer generous external learning and tuition reimbursement benefits. At AFS , we offer a hybrid work schedule for most roles that allows employees to have the flexibility of working from home and one of our primary offices.
Salary Range$80,000-$100,000
The annual base salary range for this position is noted above. Exact compensation offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and office location.
