SAP SE
Full Stack Software Engineer SAP Academy for Product Engineering 2026 Grads
SAP SE, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306
Full Stack Software Engineer: SAP Academy for Product & Engineering (2026 Grads)
We help the world run better
At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we bring out the best in you. We are builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce. The work is challenging – but it matters. You will find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What’s in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.
SAP brings out your best – what will you discover?
Previously known as SAP Next Talent (SNT), the
SAP Academy for Product and Engineering
(SAP&E) Technical Early Talent Rotation Program launches your career by diving into the vast, innovative world of SAP. SAP&E works on different technologies, develops new skills and connections, and makes an impact by contributing to SAP’s goal of being the #1 Enterprise application and Business AI company.
Here’s how:
Join a cohort of curious, passionate, and motivated individuals
Rotate every 6 months across a vast array of teams to experience different technology stacks, products, and industries while refining your knowledge and understanding of the business
Receive impactful projects, tailored learning, robust mentorship, and networking opportunities
With this program, you will be better equipped to find teams within SAP that best align with your passions and career goals. As an SAP&E Next Gen, you will be eligible to permanently join a dedicated team after or during any of the three 6‑month rotations.
The goal for the SAP Academy for Product and Engineering program is to fill naturally occurring backfill or new roles in the company with SAP Academy for Product and Engineering participants.
Get ready to grow exponentially by building a broad range of skills while discovering your strengths, making you a versatile and influential professional in the B2B (Business to Business) tech space!
Three reasons to join SAP Academy for Product and Engineering (SAP&E)
Diverse Learning Opportunities : Through the three rotations, you’ll have the chance to work in various teams and experience different technology stacks, products, and industries. This diversity of experiences will help you broaden your skill set and understanding of the business world, setting you up for a well‑rounded and versatile career in the software industry.
Supportive Environment : You’ll join a cohort of fellow early talent who share your passion and motivation. Your cohort will go through upskilling workshops together and meet up at other office engagements. SAP&E’s supportive community will provide you with a network of peers, mentors and over 100 SAP&E Next Gen Alums, who can guide you through your professional journey. Additionally, you’ll receive tailored learning opportunities and robust mentorship to help you reach your full potential.
Real Impact in AI : SAP is a global leader in enterprise software touching 87% of global commerce, which uniquely positions the company to lead in AI. As a SAP&E Next Gen, you’ll be contributing to SAP’s mission of becoming the #1 Enterprise application and Business AI company. You’ll work on impactful projects that make a difference, giving you a sense of purpose and the opportunity to see your work influence the business world positively.
Who you are:
We are looking for early talent who have solid technical fundamentals, are knowledgeable about GenAI, are fueled by curiosity and thrive on self‑improvement, show the ability to learn quickly, are team players, and want to work for a B2B (Business to Business) software company. You enjoy working on meaningful projects and are energized by being part of a community. Our
required qualifications
for this recruitment cycle includes:
Graduating
from a degree or certification program in 2026 and ability to
start in July 2026 or January 2027
Education or relevant practical experience in
Software Engineering/Development, Data Science
(Bachelors, Masters, Community College, or Bootcamps)
No requirement for U.S. work authorization sponsorship, now or in the future.
SAP Academy for Product and Engineering currently does not support U.S. work authorization sponsorship at any‑point
Ability to work out of
Palo Alto
and/or
San Ramon, CA
offices at least 3 days/week (relocation stipend available)
Currently studying or residing in the United States.
Fluent in English: written and verbal communication skills
Preferred qualifications:
Prior SAP experience
Foundational knowledge and/or hands‑on experience with GenAI languages, frameworks, and skills as described in the technical skills below
Involvement and/or leadership in associations or student organizations
Relevant internship or work experience up to 18‑months
Full Stack Software Engineering Track
Experience working with
APIs, databases, data structures, node.js, Git/GitHub ,
JIRA
Hands‑on experience in designing, testing, and implementing solutions.
Foundational knowledge in
LLMs, machine learning algorithms, TensorFlow ,
PyTorch
Knowledge of concepts to build
generative AI applications
backed by
advanced prompting
&
RAG technologies
and
agentic frameworks
Experience with
Spring Boot, Docker, Linux,
and
Go
is a plus
Business Skills:
Customer‑Centric: Understand customer needs and translate to actionable items
Effective and Proactive Communication: Reaches out proactively, networks, seeks answers, finds new projects
Growth Mindset: Ability to think critically, creatively, and can pivot when necessary
Process‑oriented: Excellent organizational and multitasking skills
Problem‑solver: Connects dots, sees patterns, gaps, or opportunitiesto proactively solve problems
Bring out your best SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end‑to‑end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide, we are purpose‑driven and future‑focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, you can bring out your best.
We win with inclusion SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well‑being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.
SAP is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAP and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: Careers@sap.com.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status or disability, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local legal requirements.
SAP believes the value of pay transparency contributes towards an honest and supportive culture and is a significant step towards demonstrating SAP’s commitment to pay equity. SAP offers limited benefits for employees hired into hourly or like roles subject to applicable plan/policy terms.
Due to the nature of the role, which involves global interactions with SAP entities, as well as with employees and stakeholders in Canada, functional proficiency in English is required for positions based in Quebec.
Requisition ID: 436794 | Work Area: Software-Design and Development | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Graduate | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid
Nearest Major Market: San Jose Nearest Secondary Market: Palo Alto Job Segment: Test Engineer, Software Engineer, SAP, Testing, Cloud, Engineering, Technology
Posted Date Oct 14, 2025
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SAP brings out your best – what will you discover?
Previously known as SAP Next Talent (SNT), the
SAP Academy for Product and Engineering
(SAP&E) Technical Early Talent Rotation Program launches your career by diving into the vast, innovative world of SAP. SAP&E works on different technologies, develops new skills and connections, and makes an impact by contributing to SAP’s goal of being the #1 Enterprise application and Business AI company.
Here’s how:
Join a cohort of curious, passionate, and motivated individuals
Rotate every 6 months across a vast array of teams to experience different technology stacks, products, and industries while refining your knowledge and understanding of the business
Receive impactful projects, tailored learning, robust mentorship, and networking opportunities
With this program, you will be better equipped to find teams within SAP that best align with your passions and career goals. As an SAP&E Next Gen, you will be eligible to permanently join a dedicated team after or during any of the three 6‑month rotations.
The goal for the SAP Academy for Product and Engineering program is to fill naturally occurring backfill or new roles in the company with SAP Academy for Product and Engineering participants.
Get ready to grow exponentially by building a broad range of skills while discovering your strengths, making you a versatile and influential professional in the B2B (Business to Business) tech space!
Three reasons to join SAP Academy for Product and Engineering (SAP&E)
Diverse Learning Opportunities : Through the three rotations, you’ll have the chance to work in various teams and experience different technology stacks, products, and industries. This diversity of experiences will help you broaden your skill set and understanding of the business world, setting you up for a well‑rounded and versatile career in the software industry.
Supportive Environment : You’ll join a cohort of fellow early talent who share your passion and motivation. Your cohort will go through upskilling workshops together and meet up at other office engagements. SAP&E’s supportive community will provide you with a network of peers, mentors and over 100 SAP&E Next Gen Alums, who can guide you through your professional journey. Additionally, you’ll receive tailored learning opportunities and robust mentorship to help you reach your full potential.
Real Impact in AI : SAP is a global leader in enterprise software touching 87% of global commerce, which uniquely positions the company to lead in AI. As a SAP&E Next Gen, you’ll be contributing to SAP’s mission of becoming the #1 Enterprise application and Business AI company. You’ll work on impactful projects that make a difference, giving you a sense of purpose and the opportunity to see your work influence the business world positively.
Who you are:
We are looking for early talent who have solid technical fundamentals, are knowledgeable about GenAI, are fueled by curiosity and thrive on self‑improvement, show the ability to learn quickly, are team players, and want to work for a B2B (Business to Business) software company. You enjoy working on meaningful projects and are energized by being part of a community. Our
required qualifications
for this recruitment cycle includes:
Graduating
from a degree or certification program in 2026 and ability to
start in July 2026 or January 2027
Education or relevant practical experience in
Software Engineering/Development, Data Science
(Bachelors, Masters, Community College, or Bootcamps)
No requirement for U.S. work authorization sponsorship, now or in the future.
SAP Academy for Product and Engineering currently does not support U.S. work authorization sponsorship at any‑point
Ability to work out of
Palo Alto
and/or
San Ramon, CA
offices at least 3 days/week (relocation stipend available)
Currently studying or residing in the United States.
Fluent in English: written and verbal communication skills
Preferred qualifications:
Prior SAP experience
Foundational knowledge and/or hands‑on experience with GenAI languages, frameworks, and skills as described in the technical skills below
Involvement and/or leadership in associations or student organizations
Relevant internship or work experience up to 18‑months
Full Stack Software Engineering Track
Experience working with
APIs, databases, data structures, node.js, Git/GitHub ,
JIRA
Hands‑on experience in designing, testing, and implementing solutions.
Foundational knowledge in
LLMs, machine learning algorithms, TensorFlow ,
PyTorch
Knowledge of concepts to build
generative AI applications
backed by
advanced prompting
&
RAG technologies
and
agentic frameworks
Experience with
Spring Boot, Docker, Linux,
and
Go
is a plus
Business Skills:
Customer‑Centric: Understand customer needs and translate to actionable items
Effective and Proactive Communication: Reaches out proactively, networks, seeks answers, finds new projects
Growth Mindset: Ability to think critically, creatively, and can pivot when necessary
Process‑oriented: Excellent organizational and multitasking skills
Problem‑solver: Connects dots, sees patterns, gaps, or opportunitiesto proactively solve problems
Bring out your best SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end‑to‑end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide, we are purpose‑driven and future‑focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, you can bring out your best.
We win with inclusion SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well‑being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.
SAP is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAP and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: Careers@sap.com.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status or disability, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local legal requirements.
SAP believes the value of pay transparency contributes towards an honest and supportive culture and is a significant step towards demonstrating SAP’s commitment to pay equity. SAP offers limited benefits for employees hired into hourly or like roles subject to applicable plan/policy terms.
Due to the nature of the role, which involves global interactions with SAP entities, as well as with employees and stakeholders in Canada, functional proficiency in English is required for positions based in Quebec.
Requisition ID: 436794 | Work Area: Software-Design and Development | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Graduate | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid
Nearest Major Market: San Jose Nearest Secondary Market: Palo Alto Job Segment: Test Engineer, Software Engineer, SAP, Testing, Cloud, Engineering, Technology
Posted Date Oct 14, 2025
#J-18808-Ljbffr