Graduate Applications Developer

The Digital Dance Academy; Bridgend; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in change and transformation seeks a Graduate Applications Developer for their Bridgend office. This role offers the chance to join a prestigious development program, working with a leading insurance firm. You'll gain valuable experience in low-code application development and develop skills necessary to accelerate your career.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Continuous Learning and Development

Mentoring from Experienced Coaches

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Maths) required.
• Interest in low-code application development and upskilling in Pega is beneficial.
• Right to work in the UK required; commuting distance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Gather requirements from stakeholders to create user stories.
• Work as part of agile teams to deliver projects.
• Develop Pega Workflows and business process management systems.

Skills

Analytical Problem Solving

Effective Communication

Stakeholder Management

Time Management

Education

Minimum 2:1 University Degree in a STEM subject

Job description

Job Position: Graduate Applications Developer (Low-Code Platform)

Location: Bridgend, Wales

Starting Salary: £25,000

Start Date (two intakes):

1. One intake for an immediate start.
2. A second intake for January 2026 start.

Application Requirements

• Minimum 2:1 University Degree in a STEM subject (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Maths).
• An interest in building a career as a low-code applications developer, with up-skilling on a prestigious and highly sought-after Enterprise Applications Development Platform. No coding experience is required, but understanding of coding languages may be beneficial.
• Right to work in the UK without sponsorship for the duration of the programme. Grayce is not on the UK Border Agency's Sponsor Register and cannot sponsor work visas for international applicants.
• Commuting distance of Bridgend and a desire to remain in the area long-term. Must be able to be onsite a minimum of three days a week.
• Relocation support is available for those not living within commuting distance.

About Grayce

Grayce specializes in driving change and transformation for some of the world's most ambitious organizations. For over a decade, we've partnered with FTSE 100 and 250 companies to deliver impactful results by developing and deploying high-performing Grayce Analysts (you!), in the UK and beyond.

Our Accelerated Development Programme is designed to launch the careers of recent graduates eager to make an impact. It offers a fast-track route to expertise, providing you with direct experience with one of our impressive clients.

With your specialization in Application Development, you will have a tailored learning and development journey bespoke to your role, preparing you for whatever the day throws at you, while learning key skills and gaining industry-specific accreditations.

About the Role

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a global, blue-chip Specialist Insurance firm, with headquarters in London and Houston, and a rapidly growing team in Bridgend, Wales.

As a Grayce Analyst, you will be deployed to our client to join their Product Engineering team as a Pega Applications Developer.

Pega is a low-code application development platform that enables organizations to rapidly design, build, and deploy applications involving workflow automation and AI decisioning, without coding.

This role presents a long-term career opportunity.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Gather requirements from senior stakeholders across all areas of the organization to understand business needs and create user stories.
• Work effectively as part of agile project teams, engaging with Project Managers, Business Analysts, UX Designers, Testers, and Product Owners to scope out and deliver end-to-end projects.
• Develop Pega Workflows across all business lines (Underwriting, London Market, Trade Credit, Financial Lines, and more).
• Work on Business Process Management (BPM) systems and Workflow Management Systems.
• Work towards obtaining Pega qualifications through structured courses and learning provided by the client.

What Makes a Great Grayce Analyst?

Analytical Problem Solving: We're looking for analytical minds that can spot patterns and think creatively. Whether it's dissecting complex issues or finding fresh angles, we highly value critical thinking skills and their application.

Soft Skills: From effective communication styles to planning, organization, and a learning development mindset, Grayce is committed to building core consultancy skills. Stakeholder and time management are core skills we utilize every day, and we look for examples of these through our interview process.

Why Grayce?

Our Analysts are actively involved in major global transformation programs across diverse industries.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Starting at £25,000 with potential for significant growth.
• Opportunity: Over two years, you'll embark on a journey of continuous learning, gaining industry-accredited qualifications, and experience working directly with a prestigious global insurance firm.
• Mentoring: Thrive under the guidance of experienced coaches and technical trainers who will support and share insights with you.
• Community: Grayce values diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment that appreciates your unique perspective.
• Industry Recognition: Fully funded, industry-recognized qualifications to maximize your experience and control your career path.
• Wellness Support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support ranging from financial and legal to health and wellbeing.

Join Grayce and accelerate your career!