Employer listing checked: 11 October 2026. Moonfire Private Limited lists a Graduate Software Engineer Trainee vacancy in Pune, India. Its own recruitment portal labels this a paid, full-time, on-site job and welcomes eligible freshers from the 2024, 2025 and 2026 graduation batches. This is an employer-advertised position, not a placement guarantee: confirm the application portal still accepts submissions when you apply.
Moonfire Graduate Software Engineer Trainee — job overview
| Company | Moonfire Private Limited |
|---|---|
| Official job title | Graduate Software Engineer Trainee |
| Location | Pune, India |
| Experience | 0–1 years |
| Eligible batches | 2024, 2025 and 2026, per employer |
| Education | BE, BTech, MCA, BCA, BSc (CS/IT) or equivalent degree |
| Advertised salary range | ₹3–5 LPA (company listing; not an individual offer) |
| Work mode | Full-time, on-site |
| Company posting date | 19 September 2026 |
What the trainee role actually involves
According to Moonfire’s job description, new hires begin with a guided learning phase covering the company’s stack, code review expectations and delivery practices. Trainees then contribute to live client projects alongside a mentor. The employer mentions implementing and testing features, taking part in code reviews, attending team stand-ups, and developing into a software engineer after the training period. It does not publicly guarantee a specific training duration or the exact technologies a selected candidate will use.
This is described as a paid job, not the separate unpaid training programmes also advertised by Moonfire. Applicants should still read their individual employment offer carefully to understand payroll, probation, and any training conditions.
Skills and qualification requirements
- Programming fundamentals: explain variables, functions, control flow and one language using code you have written.
- Data structures and problem-solving: understand arrays, lists, maps and common algorithmic reasoning.
- SQL basics: retrieve, filter and combine simple datasets.
- Git: maintain a small repository and explain commits and basic branch workflows.
- Evidence of learning: present a project, GitHub repository or coursework a reviewer can inspect.
These topics reflect the skills named by the employer; no specific programming language, CGPA cutoff, assessment format, or college list is published on this particular job page.
How freshers can prepare without overstating experience
Choose one genuine project and prepare a two-minute walkthrough: the problem, what you built personally, a difficult bug, how data moves through the program, and what you would improve. If you have a GitHub repository, make sure the README explains setup and includes screenshots or sample output where useful.
For an independent practice exercise, build a small task-tracking web app or command-line application with create, edit and complete actions. Store records in a local database, write basic tests, and use Git commits to show how the work evolved. Be ready to discuss input validation and why a particular data structure was appropriate. This is Hiring365 preparation advice, not an assessment announced by Moonfire.
How to apply on the official Moonfire ATS
- Open the official Graduate Software Engineer Trainee listing.
- Confirm the Pune location, on-site arrangement, batch eligibility and live application status.
- Use the Apply now option on Moonfire’s recruitment portal and submit a truthful resume.
- Save your confirmation and watch for employer updates. The company’s portal says it is the only accepted application channel.
Application caution: The company’s careers portal explicitly tells candidates not to send resumes to its technical-support email or call about openings. Follow the official ATS process rather than sharing documents through unofficial intermediaries.
The employer controls application availability and selection. Hiring365 does not charge recruitment fees.
Frequently asked questions
Can 2024 or 2025 graduates apply?
Yes, the employer specifically welcomes the 2024, 2025 and 2026 batches, subject to the rest of its criteria.
Is this a remote job?
No. The listing marks the role as on-site in Pune.
Is ₹3–5 LPA a guaranteed offer?
No. That is the company’s advertised range. Actual compensation, components and terms must be confirmed in a written offer.
Is work experience mandatory?
The job advertises 0–1 years and welcomes freshers. Applicants should still demonstrate relevant learning through their projects or coursework.
Featured image: Original Hiring365 editorial job announcement graphic. Not official Moonfire recruitment artwork.
Related Hiring365 guides
Prepare with our top software skills guide, fresher resume format, and job verification checklist.
Official source and editorial note: Moonfire Private Limited recruitment portal; checked 11 October 2026. Details above come from the employer’s own listing. Preparation suggestions are independently written by Hiring365 and not employer-issued interview questions. This site is not affiliated with Moonfire.
