Software Engineer Associate - Technology Development Program 2027, Atlanta, GA 1

cargill•Atlanta, GA

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is in Cargill’s animal nutrition and health business, where we improve animal lives through better nutrition. Our team researches, innovates and creates solutions that deliver healthy results for our customers. As Software Engineer Associate, you will participate in the development and support of new and existing Technology solutions. In this role, you will be part of a global Digital Technology & Data team and will work to discover and deliver solutions to problems to enable Cargill's digital future. Cargill is committed to bringing value to our customers through a comprehensive, integrated set of technology offerings, industry knowledge and relevant expertise. We enable this commitment by being a proven and trusted technology partner, understanding our customers’ businesses, and bringing significant industry knowledge and investment in software and services solutions to our customers – helping customers to grow their businesses. When you step into the Software Engineer Associate role, you will apply your talents on both digital and transformative initiatives. You will get to collaborate with cross-functional global teams or work directly with customers as a key player in a broad range of opportunities with a bright future.

Requirements

Right to work in the U.S. that is not based solely on possession of a student visa or a visa sponsored by a third-party employer
Bachelor’s degree with a major OR minor in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or other technology related discipline
Graduating with a degree between December 2025 and Summer 2026
Available to start June 2026
Minimum 3.0 GPA
All candidates must be willing and able to relocate to Atlanta, GA (if applicable)
Knowledge of basic structured programming, systems analysis and design, database design, and business concepts
Must possess a high degree of initiative and resourcefulness in completing work with limited guidance
Proven ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse a diverse set of backgrounds and cultures
Ability to relate technical knowledge to job-related duties

Nice To Haves

Previously completed a software engineering internship
Commercial product software development experience
Experience with agile development methodologies
Demonstrated analytical and technical skills
Strong prioritization and problem-solving skills, collaboration skills, verbal and written communication skills, and information research and gathering skills

Responsibilities

Develop, test, integrate, maintain, troubleshoot and document software solutions.
Ensure code quality and incorporate security practices in newly developed and maintained applications.
Collaborate with the team to adopt agile philosophies, participate in agile ceremonies and help to identify improvements.
Participate in peer code reviews and learn and adapt to the company's engineering and development practices.
Participate in the engineering community by maintaining and sharing relevant technical approaches and modern skills.
Partner collaboratively with other teams to deliver digital solutions.
Handle basic issues and problems under direct supervision, while escalating more complex issues to appropriate staff.
Other duties as assigned.