Junior Software Engineer

Cornerstone’s interview process typically starts with a timed online aptitude test, followed by a technical interview focusing on data structures, OOP concepts, and a simple coding exercise. The final HR round assesses cultural fit and communication skills. Candidates should practice problem‑solving under time pressure and be ready to discuss projects or internships confidently.

Cornerstone promotes a collaborative, innovation‑first environment where employees are encouraged to experiment and share ideas. The company offers flexible work arrangements, continuous learning programs, and a strong focus on work‑life balance, making it an attractive place for early‑career engineers.

B.Tech/M.Tech/MCA or equivalent in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics, or related engineering streams. Minimum CGPA/percentage 6.5/70% (or equivalent). Final year students or recent graduates (2024‑2026 batch) eligible. No active backlogs at the time of joining. Strong communication skills in English required.

Round 1: Online Aptitude & Logical Reasoning Test → Round 2: Technical Interview (coding, OOP, system design) → Round 3: HR Interview (fitment, communication, expectations)

Cornerstone is a global leader in talent management and workforce agility solutions. With its AI‑powered platform Cornerstone Galaxy, the company helps more than 7,000 organizations across 180+ countries to upskill, reskill, and retain their people. Its suite of products spans learning, performance, recruiting, and HR analytics, making it a critical technology partner for enterprises seeking to future‑proof their workforce. The firm’s culture is built around innovation, continuous learning, and a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, earning it accolades such as Great Place to Work and multiple industry awards. The Junior Engineer (Intern) role in Pune offers a 12‑month, full‑time internship where the selected candidate will join a dynamic engineering team working on enterprise‑scale software. The intern will get hands‑on exposure to full‑stack development, from building responsive Angular front‑ends to integrating with Java EE back‑end services. The position emphasizes modern software engineering practices, including version control, CI/CD pipelines, and AI‑assisted coding tools like GitHub Copilot. Throughout the program, the intern will receive mentorship from senior engineers and participate in Agile ceremonies, code reviews, and innovation sprints. **Key Responsibilities** 1. Design, develop, and maintain UI components using Angular/TypeScript or similar frameworks. 2. Integrate front‑end applications with RESTful APIs and Java EE services. 3. Write clean, modular, and testable code following OOP principles. 4. Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve defects across the stack. 5. Follow secure coding guidelines and ensure data privacy compliance. 6. Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, build automation, and deployment processes. 7. Implement logging, monitoring, and observability solutions. 8. Develop Python scripts for automation, data handling, or integration tasks. 9. Leverage AI‑assisted development tools to boost productivity. 10. Participate actively in team learning sessions, code reviews, and knowledge‑sharing forums. **Tech Stack**: Angular, TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, Java EE, Spring Boot, REST APIs, Git, Docker, Jenkins/GitHub Actions, Azure/AWS basics, Python, SQL/NoSQL databases, AI‑assisted coding tools. **Growth Path**: Successful interns can transition to full‑time Junior Engineer positions, with clear pathways to roles such as Software Engineer, Backend Engineer, or Front‑end Specialist. The company encourages continuous upskilling through internal learning portals, certifications, and cross‑functional project exposure. **Why Join Cornerstone?** The internship provides real‑world experience on enterprise products used by Fortune‑500 clients, mentorship from seasoned engineers, and exposure to cutting‑edge AI‑driven development tools. Candidates will develop a robust portfolio, gain insights into cloud‑native architectures, and become part of a culture that celebrates curiosity, disruption, and personal growth.