Job Description:
Do you want to work as a Graduate Software Engineer, working on complex software and systems projects alongside leading scientists and engineers within a globally renowned company?
Leonardo is an international leader in electronic and information technologies for defence systems, aerospace, data, infrastructures, transport, air traffic control, land security and protection, and sustainable ’smart’ solutions.
Our 18-month Engineering Graduate Programme
Joining the Leonardo Graduate Scheme is the opportunity to be part of the next generation of our business. As a Graduate you will join us on £33,000 with a welcome bonus and could receive a generous Temporary Accommodation Allowance if you move more than 40 miles away from home for the role.
You will be provided with a wealth of development opportunities in both virtual and applied working environments. On our programme you will engage with challenging and exciting project work and deliver innovative business or technical solutions as part of a team of subject matter experts. Throughout the programme you will receive coaching and support from your team to achieve your objectives as well as your personal development goals. We are committed to developing our graduates into leading technical or business professionals, and as such we will also support you through your preferred route for chartership.
At Leonardo we value individuals who continuously demonstrate a dedication to their personal development, and this is no different for our graduates. We have partnered with Coursera & LinkedIn online training platforms that offers around 4,000 courses you can sign up to, according to your professional and personal interests. Self-directed learning thrives in this environment.
As a Graduate Graduate Software Engineer you will:
* Work closely with experienced and multi-disciplined engineers to solve real problems
* Work with minimal supervision within a small team following Agile software development practices
* Software development will include the full software lifecycle from requirements analysis; through design, coding and unit test; to integrating the software with the hardware target; and to acceptance test and delivery to the customer
* Design and implement high quality robust code and support build, configuration control, and deployment.
* Expected to complete tasks and documentation in accordance with appropriate processes and procedures and take an active role in engineering process improvement
* Be an effective communicator.
What we need from you:
All of our roles require (a) a minimum of a 2:2 Bachelors/Integrated Master’s degree, or (b) a higher degree, such as a MSc or PhD.
For the Graduate Software Engineer role, the acceptable degrees are:
* Software Engineering
* Computer Science
* Computing and IT
* Software Development for Business
* Applied Software Development
* Games Development
* Digital and Technology Solutions
Please note that in order to apply for this opportunity you must be eligible for UK Security Clearance. Normally this is to the level of Security Check (typically known as “SC”) for our business which includes having a minimum of five years permanent residency in the UK.
Life at Leonardo
With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people.
* Flexible Working: Flexible hours with possibility of some hybrid working.
* Company funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance)
* Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year
* Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution)
* Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers)
* Lifestyle: Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme
* Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera
* Referral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member
At Leonardo, we are strongly committed to supporting all our people, and, as society and the environment we work in changes, our approach to Inclusion and Diversity continues to evolve and adapt to reflect this. A culture of inclusion goes on to create an environment for greater collaboration, innovation and opportunities to develop as an organisation. If you are willing and able to commit to giving your best performance, you will find Leonardo a very rewarding place to work!
Primary Location:
GB - Basildon
Contract Type:
Permanent
Hybrid Working:
Hybrid
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