A rigorous 9-month online backend web development course jointly developed with Amazon to prepare you for entry-level engineering roles at companies of all sizes.
Backend web developers are responsible for designing, building, and maintaining a scalable “behind-the-scenes” infrastructure to support the user interfaces and user experiences built by frontend developers. This skill set is one of the most sought-after by major tech employers. We frequently have conversations with tech companies like Apple, Google, and Microsoft that have hired our graduates for full stack and frontend developer roles in the past, and they all say the same thing: "We need more engineers with back end web development skills."
Employers everywhere are competing for backend talent. Open software developer roles are expected to grow by 22% over the next decade, and backend engineers are in particularly high demand across the industry because of their specialized skill set. The nationwide average base salary for backend developers is $80,000 – 54% more than the median income in the United States.
Our curriculum is jointly development by BloomTech & Amazon
Each year recruiters at the world's top companies need to fill thousands of engineering roles, but finding talent with the right skill set has become increasingly difficult.
BloomTech was inspired to create a new backend web development program after seeing the success of Amazon Technical Academy, which trains current, non-technical Amazon employees for software development engineering roles within the company. Amazon Technical Academy’s curriculum is based on the critical knowledge, skills, and attributes required to succeed as a software development engineer at Amazon, which BloomTech ’s program will cover in their entirety.
Each graduate of the new Enterprise Backend Development program will leave BloomTech with over 1,300 hours of hands-on coding experience and will have the practical skills required to succeed as a backend developer or software engineer, without needing a 4-year CS degree.
Orientation & Precourse Work
All learners are required to complete the orientation course and are encouraged to practice Java, including completing the prep course made available through Codecademy
Java Foundations
Problem-solving strategies, command-line basics, IDE basics, Git basics, variables, arithmetic operations, strings, user input, object instantiation, boolean logic, conditionals, loops, arrays, and more.
Intermediate Java
Writing and testing functional requirements, debugging, unit testing, memory, encapsulation, polymorphism and interfaces, primitive wrapper classes, generics, lists, and more.
Designing with Java
Logging, remote debugging, inheritance, polymorphism, hashing, set, maps, design with composition, exception handling, mocking, and statics.
Working with Databases
HTTP and RESTful services, introduction to DynamoDB, creating exceptions, dependency injection, linked lists, searching, Big O, recursion, data stores, and deploying.
Learn and Be Curious
API design, DynamoDB table design, DynamoDB index design, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, integration tests, and scrum. Practice your new skills while building a project in a team setting.
Advanced Java
Iterators, DynamoDB delete, DynamoDB query, stacks, queues, intro to computer hardware, intro to operating systems, threads, immutability, final, in-memory caching, and more.
Java at Scale
Optionals, streams, DynamoDB scan, JSON serialization, executor services, futures, thread safety, graphs, trees, service design, and intro to relational databases.
Interview Preparation
Solving technical programming challenges that may include: complexity, counting frequencies, string representation, loops, sort, division & modulo, priority queue, sliding windows, prefix sums, linked lists, stacks, segment trees, graphs, and more.
Labs
Participate in our in-house apprenticeship program by building a real-world project in a small team.
Career prep at BloomTech starts on day one. You’ll complete career development assignments throughout your program to help you define your career plan, optimize your job hunt, practice your elevator pitch, and put your best foot forward.
When it’s time to start job hunting, you won’t be navigating the process alone. Here are three ways we support your career development at BloomTech:
I have been working as a software engineer for the past 10 years building frontend and backend applications. I have worked for companies such as CBS, USAA, and Ragnar. I’ve also written a few of my own apps and even helped start a few companies.
I grew up in San Diego, CA and was introduced to programing when I was 14. My dad taught me how to build Flash animations and update our small movie theater’s website (mainly movies and showtimes). Later in college, I took my first computer science class and have never felt so challenged. It was the most stressful and overwhelming class I took, and as such, it was the most rewarding.
When I’m not coding, I’m spending time with my wife and our two boys (5 and 2). We like to hike, play boardgames, try new restaurants, and just explore the area around us. We currently live in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Cynthia manages operations for the Learner Success Team at BloomTech which supports Learners as they optimize their learning potential. Prior to joining BloomTech she worked in student affairs for 15 years building academically-based retention programs for universities and K-12 districts. She earned a Master's degree in Education at Portland State University focusing on creating collaborative, sustainable practices that advance equity and social justice in communities. She lives in the Atlanta area with her husband and two daughters.
Daniel has been teaching Software Development for over 5 years after a 15 year career as a Software Engineer working for companies including IBM, USAA, The Denver Post, and several startups. He lives in San Antonio with his wife and 4 of their 5 teenagers. He loves teaching programming because it is about a new way of thinking and creating using the newest tools humans are discovering and inventing.
Rachel manages the career coaching team at BloomTech, which supports all graduates in landing high-paying tech roles. Before BloomTech, she built up the career and placement function at the Data Science Institute at Columbia University. Her past life is in technical recruiting, by way of Axiom Law & HBO. Connect about anything job search, podcast, or sweet-tooth related.
Marygrace came to BloomTech after 8 years of working in traditional university settings with learners of all ages and backgrounds. She earned a Master's degree in Education at San Francisco State University, and has a deep interest in equity in education. Who has access to the tools and skills to build a better life? How do we address inequities and build a world where all can thrive? BloomTech fits perfectly in this view - creating opportunities for folks to change their life circumstances. In her spare time, she hangs out with her spouse and two kids, plays computer games, and crochets.
Our programs are rigorous. Every day, you will spend 5 to 7 hours outside of the mandatory live class studying and coding. Although our flexible schedule is designed to fit into your life, you must invest about 40 hours a week, including:
During Build Weeks and Labs, your schedule will change to include live stakeholder meetings, stand-ups with your teams, and more.
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Live classes are taught Monday through Thursday from 9am to 11am Pacific. Completion of our Orientation course is mandatory.
BloomTech provides a direct path to a high paying tech job—without the time commitment and financial risk of traditional higher education. You can choose the way that makes the most sense for your circumstances, needs, and ambitions so you can begin your path toward a career that is both fulfilling and financially rewarding.
Our pricing options are different if you live in California. See California pricing
We are so confident that our training and career support will lead to a high paying job that we're offering a new payment option: Outcomes-Based Loan. With $0 upfront payment, if you follow our program, meet the requirements of our Tuition Refund Guarantee, and don't get a job making at least $50K a year within 365 days of graduation, your entire loan could be refunded.
Pay your full tuition later. You agree to pay 14% of your post-BloomTech salary for 3 years after you begin earning at least $50,000 per year (or $4,166 per month). And if you don't get hired? You never pay more than your down payment. This option requires $7,950 down payment at enrollment.
Pay your full tuition later. You agree to pay 14% of your post-BloomTech salary for 4 years after you begin earning at least $50,000 per year (or $4,166 per month). And if you don't get hired? You never pay more than your down payment. This option requires $2,950 down payment at enrollment.
You can pay the tuition upfront in a single payment or broken into 3 installments. The total cost of tuition is $21,950 for all states (except California) or $15,000 for international residents. If you follow our program, meet the requirements of our Tuition Refund Guarantee, and don’t get a job paying at least $50K a year within 365 days of graduation, you could get a full refund.
BloomTech is fast-paced and immersive. It’s important to ask yourself, “Is this right for me?” Before you apply, make sure all of these statements are true for you.
Below you'll find everything you need to know about the application process.
First, tell us your name and email address (be sure it's an account you check regularly), and choose a password. You'll use these credentials to access your class materials, so please choose a strong password that you'll remember.
Next, you’ll agree to the BloomTech Privacy Policy, which tells us that you understand how we might use your information and how we protect your data.
Once you fill out all the required fields and hit “Submit,” you’ll be redirected to the BloomTech Admissions Dashboard. There, you'll fill in your personal information, tell us about your background, and agree to the attendance policy – BloomTech is an immersive experience and we require 95% live class attendance to graduate.
Then, you'll select a tuition payment option. You can find more information about our tuition options here.
Lastly, you'll choose which program you want to enroll in. Not sure? Take this short quiz to get matched to your perfect course.
After you complete your application, it will be sent to our Admissions Team for review. Applications to BloomTech are assessed on a rolling basis. If you’re selected to proceed with the application process, we’ll send you an email in 1-2 days.
Criteria Cognitive Aptitude Test (CCAT)
Now we'll ask you to complete a brief assessment called the Criteria Cognitive Aptitude Test, which helps us predict your ability to be successful at BloomTech and in your future career.
The CCAT consists of 50 questions, and you will have 15 minutes to complete the test. It's normal not to finish all 50 questions in the time allotted, so take a deep breath, do your best, and find a quiet place to work before you begin. You can find a free CCAT study guide here.
Backend Skills Assessment
Applicants to the Backend Development program must also pass a short assessment which will test you on your knowledge of basic programming concepts and Java. There are 10 multiple-choice questions in the assessment which you can complete in any order. You will need to submit each task after you have completed it, and you will have 30 minutes total. Check out our free Backend Skills Assessment study guide for help preparing.
The assessment is open-book, and you may use a Java resource of your choice if necessary. You can take a practice test hereto help build your confidence.
Verify Your Education
If you live in DC, CA, or TX, we'll need to verify your educational background. You can upload one of the following:
1. College Transcripts
2. High School Diploma
3. GED Certificate
Alternatively, you can take the Wonderlic basic skills test. More information about ATB tests can be found here: https://wonderlic.com/atb-testing-state-level/.
Now it's time check your email, which will contain a series of tasks you'll need to complete before you can begin classes.
Choose Your Start Date
First, you need to choose your desired start date via the link in the email. This link will send you to a confirmation form, where you’ll let us know when you’d like to begin your BloomTech course, and you'll be asked to share some optional demographic information with us.
Along with the email asking you to choose your start date, you will be prompted to read through the BloomTech Catalog (this will be sent to you in an email) to make sure you understand and are willing to adhere to our policies. You can check the Catalog out ahead of time to learn more about BloomTech’s style, structure, and ethos.
Sign the Enrollment Agreement
After you’ve reviewed the BloomTech Catalog and chosen your start date, you’ll be sent the Enrollment Agreement to review, initial, and sign.
Confirm Tuition Payment Method
If you elected to pay $0 upfront and apply for an Outcomes Based Loan, or selected an Income Share Agreement (ISA) or California retail installment contract (RIC), you'll be directed to sign the appropriate contract. If you selected an upfront payment option, you'll receive an invoice via email.
If you need to change your payment method, feel free to reach out to us to discuss your options.
All of the above must be completed by our enrollment deadline for the class of your choice.
Now it’s time to prepare for your first day of class! The first key to success on Day One is to complete your Orientation Course located within Canvas.
In this self paced course, you’ll learn effective strategies for remote learning, be briefed on our academic expectations, get a crash course on how to use the software and tools needed for your program, and receive instructions for how to get help. Other than completing your precourse work, completing this orientation course is the best way you can prepare yourself to succeed at BloomTech.
Your Orientation course and its assignments are due at 11:59pm the Thursday before class starts. Please also make sure to register for any of the optional live events you are interested in attending. These events will take place the week before class begins, also called Welcome Week! Registration links and event details for Welcome Week can be found within your Orientation Canvas Course.
Please note that completion of your Orientation course is mandatory, and failure to complete may result in your start date being delayed.
We've designed a self-paced pre-coursework experience for each course to ensure that all learners are prepared with the foundational programming concepts and skills they need to be successful in Unit 1.
Completing the precourse work is required. The curriculum moves quickly and learners who do not have prior coding experience may fall behind without self-study prior to day one.
The precourse work will take you about 15 hours to complete, so please plan accordingly so you can ensure that you've completed all of the requirements before you begin your orientation course.
Ready? Get started with Step 1 and start your application below!
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