Graduate Cyber & Intelligence Software Engineer

Northrop Grumman; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Hybrid arrangements

Private healthcare

Job summary

Northrop Grumman UK is launching its two-year Graduate Programme in Cheltenham to turn academic knowledge into practical software engineering expertise. Starting in September 2027, you’ll work in Agile teams, contribute to AI, microservices, cloud and open-source initiatives while rotating across projects and receiving a personalized development plan.

Initially, you’ll design, develop and improve software that supports national defence missions, with mentoring and opportunities to gain UK

Qualifications

• A relevant degree in Software Engineering or Computer Science (or demonstrated equivalent knowledge)
• Genuine passion for software development and computing
• Experience writing code in Python, JavaScript, Java or C/C++
• Understanding of the software development lifecycle
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and improve software that helps customers achieve their missions
• Write clear, effective code using languages such as Python, JavaScript, Java or C/C++
• Work within Agile development teams to deliver high-quality software
• Apply software engineering practices across the development lifecycle
• Collaborate with colleagues to understand requirements and develop innovative solutions

Skills

Software development passion

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Willingness to learn

Education

Relevant degree in Software Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Python

JavaScript

Java

C/C++

Job description

Northrop Grumman UK is launching its two-year Graduate Programme in Cheltenham to turn academic knowledge into practical software engineering expertise. Starting in September 2027, you’ll work in Agile teams, contribute to AI, microservices, cloud and open-source initiatives while rotating across projects and receiving a personalized development plan.

Initially, you’ll design, develop and improve software that supports national defence missions, with mentoring and opportunities to gain UK