Talent snapshot

At our campus, you’ll find a tight-knit community of about  300 master’s students specializing in software engineering, machine learning, cybersecurity, and product strategy. Our programs are intentionally small and highly selective, creating a high-performing environment within Carnegie Mellon’s top-ranked College of Engineering.

Students gain more than just technical depth. Through hands-on projects, industry collaboration, and immersion in Bay Area work culture, they graduate with the skills and agility to contribute from day one.

This page offers a clear look at the talent emerging from CMU-SV and shows how your team can connect with skilled professionals who are ready to deliver.

Focused Programs. Exceptional Outcomes.

High-caliber talent. Hired by the companies shaping the future.

At CMU-Silicon Valley, our graduate programs are designed for the realities of modern tech. Each blends deep technical training with practical, industry-informed experience. Whether you’re hiring for software engineering, AI, cybersecurity, or product management, you’ll find students who are ready to step into fast-paced, cross-functional teams and contribute right away.

1. Software engineering

67% of CMU-SV graduates are working as software engineers, building the systems, platforms, and infrastructure that drive tomorrow’s technology.

Our MS in Software Engineering program develops backend engineers, cloud architects, and ML-focused developers. Students graduate ready to build scalable, reliable systems and many enter roles ranging from new grad to senior-level technical contributors.

2. Cybersecurity

61% of cybersecurity-focused graduates pursue roles in security engineering or software development. From threat detection to infrastructure resilience, these students are trained to secure systems at scale.

Through our MS in Mobile and IoT Engineering and MS in IT–Information Security programs, students gain deep technical expertise in system design, AI-driven threat mitigation, and secure product development.

CMU-SV students have gone on to become Security Engineers, Threat Analysts, and AI-savvy defenders at top companies like Google, NVIDIA, and SAP.

3. Artificial intelligence

As AI reshapes industries, CMU-SV students are evolving with it. We are seeing a rise in graduates landing roles such as AI Software Engineer and AI Product Manager, combining ML proficiency with systems-level thinking and product acumen.

Many join startups and early-stage teams, where their ability to adapt quickly and take ownership accelerates innovation.

CMU-SV students are being recruited from top AI startups such as ElmAI, Pervaziv AI, Orby AI, Fireworks AI, and others.

4. Product management

CMU-SV alumni have gone on to product roles at companies including Intuit, Apple, ServiceNow, Amazon, and Oracle.

 Students in our MS in Software Management program lead with systems thinking, drive agile development, and translate business goals into technical strategy. Many come from engineering backgrounds and bring a rare blend of technical fluency and product vision.

Across every program, CMU-SV graduates emerge with the technical expertise, industry context, and leadership mindset to deliver immediate value to high-impact engineering and product teams.

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Top hiring companies of 2024-2025

With an average base salary of $149,000, CMU-SV graduates bring the technical depth, practical experience, and leadership that today’s top employers are competing for.

What sets CMU-SV graduates apart 

Whether you’re hiring interns or building a pipeline for full-time roles, CMU-SV students offer:

• Deep technical skills aligned with industry demand
• Experience applying those skills through real-world projects and internships
• Leadership mindset cultivated through cross-functional, team-based learning
• Bay Area immersion, preparing them for the speed and complexity of modern tech teams

These qualities make CMU-SV students a powerful asset to any team. Whether you are hiring for a cutting-edge startup or a global tech leader, our graduates bring the skills, mindset, and versatility to drive results.

How to connect

There are many ways to engage with CMU-SV students and start building your talent pipeline:

• Host a Tech Talk or panel with students in relevant programs. Check out our host an experience page to learn more. 
• Partner on a Tech Trek to your company allowing current students to see what a day-in-the-life is like and the opportunity to meet the recruiting team and alumni.
• Join career services events and meet candidates at networking events in person or virtually.
• Post a job or internship on Handshake to recruit for specialized roles. 

This is just the beginning. Visit our host an experience page to explore more ways to connect.

Recruit at CMU-Silicon Valley:
Looking to hire top-tier graduate talent in software engineering, AI, cybersecurity, or product management? Our Career Services team is here to help you connect with the right candidates, host impactful events, and design a recruiting strategy tailored to your needs. Email us at: career-services@sv.cmu.edu

See what success looks like:
Read our employer success stories to see how leading companies are building lasting partnerships with CMU-SV.

When you partner with CMU-Silicon Valley, you’re not just hiring. You’re joining a network of companies shaping the future with skilled, Silicon Valley–trained engineers, product thinkers, and security professionals who are built for impact.