Software Engineer Apprentice – Fraud Prevention Systems

At Jack Henry, we’re more than a technology company. We’re a force for good in financial services. We’re redefining how community banks and credit unions connect with the people they serve. Our mission is rooted in people‑inspired innovation, empowering financial institutions to deliver seamless, secure, and human‑centered experiences. We deliver cutting‑edge solutions paving the way for the next generation of digital banking and payments, but our true impact begins with our associates. If you're ready to help transform an industry and grow with a company that values purpose, collaboration, and excellence, then we’d love to meet you. What You’ll Be Doing The Software Engineer Apprentice will join Team ATOM, the group responsible for delivering backend services that help financial institutions detect and prevent fraudulent activity. As an apprentice, you’ll support the development of new features for the Jack Henry Intercept platform and assist in debugging and maintaining production services. This role offers hands‑on engineering experience, ongoing mentorship from senior engineers, and meaningful work on systems that protect financial institutions and their accountholders. This position may be worked remotely within the United States, with the exception of California. What you’ll be responsible for Deliver new backend features for the Jack Henry Intercept fraud‑detection product. Assist in debugging and supporting production services, ensuring stability and reliability. Collaborate closely with a team of four engineers and two contractors, frequently working in paired development. Ask questions, stay curious, and actively engage with your mentor and teammates. Participate in code reviews and contribute to improving team processes and service quality. Take ownership of assigned tasks and follow them through to completion. May perform other job duties as assigned. What You’ll Need to Have All apprentice candidates must: Be able to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future. Meet all legal requirements to work in the U.S. for an indefinite period of time. Have basic exposure to programming concepts through coursework, self‑directed learning, bootcamps, or personal projects. Demonstrate strong motivation to learn technical skills within a structured training environment. Show foundational familiarity with at least one modern programming language (e.g., JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, Java, Go, C#, or C++). Possess solid problem‑solving, communication, and collaboration skills appropriate for an agile team setting. Have a basic understanding of introductory computer science concepts (e.g., scripting, databases, or general software fundamentals). What Would Be Nice for You to Have (Preferred Qualifications) Experience with Node.js or TypeScript. Ability to build or contribute to REST API services. Experience working with relational databases such as Postgres, MySQL, or Spanner. Exposure to cloud development in GCP, AWS, or Azure. Foundational experience in backend or object‑oriented programming. Familiarity with version control tools such as Git/GitHub and Agile workflow tools (e.g., Jira). Demonstrated interest in fintech, digital assets, Web3, or emerging technology trends. Why Apprentice at Jack Henry?  This team operates with a bias toward action, favoring rapid iteration, open feedback, and shared learning over overthinking. The team values curiosity, collaboration, and continuous improvement, with everyone committed to leveling up both individually and collectively. You’ll be supported by a leadership team that emphasizes real‑time feedback, vocal communication, and pairing apprentices with projects aligned to their growth path.  Why Jack Henry? At Jack Henry, we live by the motto: “Do the right thing, do whatever it takes, and have fun.” It’s more than a tagline — it’s the foundation of our culture. We recognize that our associates drive our success, and we’re committed to supporting their wellbeing through comprehensive benefits that promote physical, mental, and financial health. We’re also leading the way in modernization, helping financial institutions evolve with speed, security, and flexibility. Our strategy focuses on secure data access, fraud mitigation, and seamless integration — empowering teams to build innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of accountholders. Culture of Commitment Ask our associates why they love Jack Henry, and many will tell you it is because our culture is exceptional. We do great things together. Our culture empowers us to rise to challenges, seek new opportunities, and support one another through change. It’s this shared commitment that drives our success. We’re proud to foster an environment where inclusion, sustainability, and community impact are more than values, they’re how we operate.  Visit our  site to learn more about our culture and commitment to our people, customers, community, environment, and shareholders. Equal Employment Opportunity At Jack Henry, we know we are better together. We value, respect, and protect the uniqueness each of us brings. Innovation flourishes by including all voices and makes our business - and our society - stronger. Jack Henry is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, performance management, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, education, training, social, and recreational activities to all persons regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, genetic information, pregnancy, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, and military and veteran status, or any other protected status protected by local, state or federal law. No one will be subject to, and Jack Henry prohibits, any form of discipline, reprisal, intimidation, or retaliation for good faith reports or complaints of discrimination of any kind, pursuing any discrimination claim, or cooperating in related investigations. 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