Entry-Level Software Developer

Cook Systems•Nashville, TN

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Cook Systems is seeking motivated developers for FastTrack, our free, selective 8-week online program designed to prepare qualified participants for software development opportunities with Cook Systems clients. FastTrack is built for developers who already have a technical foundation and are ready to take the next step. This is not an introductory coding program. Participants are expected to enter with programming experience and the ability to build software. The next cohort begins Tuesday, September 15, 2026. FastTrack helps close the gap between having a development foundation and being ready to contribute on a professional technology team. Cook Systems is an IT consulting company that works with clients seeking technology talent. We invest in FastTrack because our goal is to develop qualified developers and help them go to work. FastTrack operates on a high-trust model. There is no tuition, no income-share agreement, and no repayment agreement. In return, we ask participants to take the opportunity seriously: communicate, do the work, collaborate, respond to feedback, remain committed throughout the program, and give Cook Systems a fair opportunity after graduation to help connect you with client opportunities. FastTrack is an intensive, project-driven program that builds from backend development to frontend development and full-stack application development. FastTrack also prepares you for a development environment where generative AI is part of the developer toolkit. You’ll learn to use AI to support development work while building the judgment to evaluate its output and use it effectively and responsibly. The program also incorporates career readiness and professional development focused on interviewing, communication, teamwork, and preparing to work in a professional client environment.

Requirements

Have hands-on programming experience.
Have built software applications or development projects.
Have experience with Java or another object-oriented programming language.
Have a foundation in frontend, backend, or web development.
Want to expand your capabilities across the full development stack.
Are comfortable being assessed on your technical skills.
Work well with others and are receptive to feedback.
Are serious about pursuing professional software development opportunities.
Existing programming experience and the ability to build software.
Technical foundation in programming.

Nice To Haves

You do not need to already be a full-stack developer—that is the gap FastTrack is designed to help you close.

Responsibilities

Participate in an 8-week online program focused on software development.
Engage in hands-on development, collaborative projects, technical assessments, and feedback.
Learn to use AI to support development work and evaluate its output.
Develop skills in interviewing, communication, and teamwork.
Prepare to work in a professional client environment.