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Entry level software developer/Data engineerSynergisticIT • Chicago, IL, US
Entry level software developer / Data engineer

Entry level software developer / Data engineer

SynergisticIT • Chicago, IL, US
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"From Another Industry to Tech : Convert Your Experience Into a Tech Offer.”

Breaking into tech from another industry can feel intimidating—until you realize you already have advantages many entry-level candidates don't. If you're coming from business operations, finance, healthcare, education, QA, customer support, project management, logistics, or even sales, you've likely built skills that translate well into tech teams : problem solving, stakeholder communication, process thinking, and real-world accountability. What you may be missing is structured technical depth and an interview-ready portfolio. That's where SynergisticIT's JOPP comes in : it's designed to help you bridge from "capable professional” to "hire-ready engineer or data professional.”

Since 2010 , SynergisticIT has supported thousands of candidates into full-time roles with major employers such as Google, Apple, PayPal, Visa, Western Union, Wells Fargo, Client, Walmart Labs, Client, Banking, Client , and more—often at $95k to $154k depending on role and stack. JOPP is built around one goal : close the gap between what tech employers expect and what jobseekers typically have after self-study or training-only bootcamps.

What roles can career switchers target?

SynergisticIT typically supports candidates targeting roles like entry-level software programmer , Java full stack developer , Python / Java developer , DevOps engineer , data analyst , BI analyst , data engineer , data scientist , and machine learning / AI engineer —based on client needs. The program's focus areas are clear : Java / Full Stack / DevOps and Data Analytics / Data Engineering / Data Science / ML / AI .

Why "learning” isn't enough when switching careers

Most career switchers try to piece together skills from Udemy / Coursera, free tutorials, and quick bootcamps. That can build familiarity—but employers hire for job-ready depth. You need :

  • Strong fundamentals (programming + data concepts)
  • Real projects (not tutorials)
  • A clear role narrative ("I'm targeting X with Y stack”)
  • Interview preparation and repetition
  • A plan for getting interviews, not just learning skills

SynergisticIT sees many candidates arrive after trying other paths. In fact, it often notes that about 30% of JOPP candidates have already tried bootcamps, online courses, or university bootcamps and didn't secure jobs—because those options focused on learning but not the job-search execution and readiness.

Please read our blogs

How JOPP helps convert your background into a tech story

If you come from business, you can present "domain + tech” as a strength. If you come from QA or project roles, you already understand how software teams operate. JOPP helps you fill technical gaps while shaping a profile that resonates with employers. This includes structured projects, tool exposure, interview readiness, and placement support.

International candidates and documentation support

For F1 / OPT candidates, employment timelines matter. SynergisticIT provides guidance around STEM extension and process support related to H-1B and Green Card filing once employed (as applicable through employers).

Want ROI context?

ROI Blog :

If you want to explore the program directly, here are the key links :

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  • You don't have to start over—you just have to start with the right roadmap.

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