Join the Nuclear Graduates programme as a Digital Software Engineer to develop critical software systems and contribute to the UK nuclear sector over two years with three secondments.
Your Role
Key responsibilities include:
- Design, develop, test, and maintain digital software systems critical to business operations.
- Establish and promote digital development processes and best practices within Rolls-Royce Submarine Central Digital Team.
- Manage projects and requirements through collaboration with end users, subject matter experts, and business partners.
- Write clean, secure, and well-tested code following coding standards and best practices.
- Participate in code reviews, testing, and debugging to ensure high-quality software solutions.
- Support the full software development lifecycle and assist in designing new software capabilities and projects.
- Collaborate with team members to develop and maintain software applications and systems.
About You
The company is looking for candidates with:
- A minimum 2:2 Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related digital technology field.
- Proficiency in at least one modern programming language (e.g., Python, C++, Java).
- Familiarity with software development methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, and version control systems like Git.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Ability to learn new technologies and adapt to evolving project needs.
- Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and secure coding practices.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure) and database technologies (e.g., SQL).
- Experiment with AI or machine learning concepts is desirable.
- Right to work in the UK for the duration of the two-year programme.
- Willingness and ability to travel and relocate as required.
- Successful completion of security clearance checks.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary of £30,000 per year.
- £5,500 individual travel budget for training and meetings.
- £3,500 flexible individual training budget.
- Access to three secondments across the UK nuclear sector.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- 6 discretionary days leave for study and relocation.
- Contributory pension scheme.
- Employee Assistance Programme and DigiCare+ support.
- Membership of up to two professional institutions.
- Cycle2Work Scheme participation opportunity.
- Support from a dedicated mentor and sponsor company lead.
- Access to EnergUS Extras including wellbeing resources and employee discounts.
Training & Development
- Comprehensive, tailored professional development programme.
- Dedicated Nuclear Graduates programme team support throughout the two years.
- Mentorship from an assigned mentor for the duration of the programme.
- Opportunities to learn from leading experts and gain insight into the UK nuclear sector.
Career Progression
- Support in securing a role with the sponsoring organisation or within the wider nuclear sector upon programme completion.