Entry Level Lead Programmer Jobs
New grad lead programmer jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Staffing & Recruiting, with employers like Jobot, University of Alabama, and Standard Motor Products hiring at this level now.
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Responsibilities
- Provides support for the analysis, design and development for technology programs of moderate complexity and scope from relatively discreet requirements.
- Defines problems, collects data, and establishes facts. Determines conclusions and solutions with minimal assistance.
- Presents information effectively in small and medium group settings (informal presentations).
- Manage single-person projects from inception through completion including developing, testing, executing, and monitoring work plans.
- Independently manages own workload. Exercises initiative to learn new skills to improve both performance and efficiency.
- Supports team members in meeting customer expectations.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalency, with a minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience preferred.
- Strong organization, analytical, problem solving, written and verbal communication skills required.
- Demonstrated ability with applicable hardware and software applications
Required Licensure/Certifications
- None
- Remote: Hybrid Remote
- Area of Interest: Information Systems/Technology
- Pay Range: $75,899.20/Yr. - $117,644.80/Yr. (Based on 40 hours per week, otherwise pro rata)
- FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.00 - 1.00 - 40 hrs/week
- Shift: Day
- Job ID: 43140
Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans. Click here for information on these benefits and more: Benefits | DHMC and Clinics Careers
Dartmouth Health is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Dartmouth Health provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to applicants and employees with sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law. Applicants who require an accommodation during the application or interview process may contact talentacquisition@hitchcock.org for assistance.
Responsibilities
- Provides support for the analysis, design and development for technology programs of moderate complexity and scope from relatively discreet requirements.
- Defines problems, collects data, and establishes facts. Determines conclusions and solutions with minimal assistance.
- Presents information effectively in small and medium group settings (informal presentations).
- Manage single-person projects from inception through completion including developing, testing, executing, and monitoring work plans.
- Independently manages own workload. Exercises initiative to learn new skills to improve both performance and efficiency.
- Supports team members in meeting customer expectations.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalency, with a minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience preferred.
- Strong organization, analytical, problem solving, written and verbal communication skills required.
- Demonstrated ability with applicable hardware and software applications
Required Licensure/Certifications
- None
- Remote: Hybrid Remote
- Area of Interest: Information Systems/Technology
- Pay Range: $75,899.20/Yr. - $117,644.80/Yr. (Based on 40 hours per week, otherwise pro rata)
- FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.00 - 1.00 - 40 hrs/week
- Shift: Day
- Job ID: 43140
Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans. Click here for information on these benefits and more: Benefits | DHMC and Clinics Careers
Dartmouth Health is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Dartmouth Health provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to applicants and employees with sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law. Applicants who require an accommodation during the application or interview process may contact talentacquisition@hitchcock.org for assistance.
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Entry Level Lead Programmer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level lead programmer job?
Start by building a portfolio that shows real projects, whether from coursework, internships, or personal work. Entry level lead programmer roles often look for candidates who can demonstrate initiative and basic team collaboration, not just coding ability. Contributing to open-source projects, completing a capstone project, or finishing a bootcamp can all strengthen an application at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level lead programmers?
Companies hiring entry level lead programmers right now include Jobot, University of Alabama, and Standard Motor Products, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of tech startups, mid-size software companies, and larger enterprises with structured new grad programs that bring junior developers in and develop them into leadership roles over time.
Are there remote entry level lead programmer jobs?
Yes, though on-site and hybrid roles still make up a large share of the market at this level. About 33% of entry level lead programmer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, so candidates who prefer flexibility do have options. Searching by work setting on Migrate Mate lets you filter to what fits your situation.
Are these new grad lead programmer jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles that explicitly welcome candidates with little or no professional experience. A new grad-friendly posting typically calls for zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or academic projects as qualifying work, or lists a portfolio as an alternative to a long resume. Look for language like 'junior,' 'associate,' or 'new grad welcome' in the listing.
Which industries hire the most entry level lead programmers?
Entry Level lead programmer roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Staffing & Recruiting, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors tend to drive hiring at this level because they have ongoing demand for programmers who can grow into technical leadership, and many run structured early-career programs designed to bring in junior talent.