Graduate Software Engineer

Vanrath; Antrim; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development and technical

Exposure to multiple projects and tech

Close collaboration with senior IT

Long-term career progression

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Vanrath is seeking a Graduate Software Developer to join its IT team. This permanent role offers hands-on experience across business‑critical applications, system integrations and software projects within a growing manufacturing business.

You will work with senior IT leadership and colleagues to develop skills and contribute to digital transformation. You should have a CS/SE/Computing degree, strong fundamentals, some programming experience and a proactive attitude towards learning.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in CS/SE/Computing or related discipline.
• Solid understanding of software development principles.
• Experience with at least one programming language from university projects or internships.
• Basic SQL and relational database knowledge.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proactive to develop technical skills and knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development, implementation and maintenance of software applications across the business.
• Work with internal stakeholders to understand requirements and identify opportunities for software improvements.
• Support the investigation, prioritisation and resolution of software bugs and technical issues.
• Contribute to software development projects, from initial requirements through to testing and implementation.
• Assist with integrating business applications, databases and third‑party systems.
• Help maintain the security, performance and reliability of existing applications.
• Work alongside IT colleagues and external suppliers to deliver effective software solutions.
• Maintain technical documentation and provide end‑user support and training where required.
• Research new technologies and identify opportunities to improve business processes through automation and software development.

Skills

Programming fundamentals

Strong problem solving

Excellent communication

Proactive attitude

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering or Computing

Tools

Git

Azure

Power BI

Power Platform

Job description

Graduate Software Developer

Permanent | IT / Software Development

An established and growing manufacturing business, this organisation is recognised for its innovative approach, commitment to quality and continued investment in technology. As part of its ongoing development and digital transformation, the company is seeking a Graduate Software Developer to join its IT team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent Computer Science or Software Engineering graduate to gain hands‑on experience working on business‑critical applications, software development projects and system integrations. Working closely with the Group IT Director and wider IT team, you will have the opportunity to develop your technical skills, contribute to meaningful projects and play a part in improving business processes through technology.

Salary / Benefits

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience
• Excellent opportunity for professional development and technical training
• Exposure to a variety of software development projects and technologies
• Opportunity to work closely with senior IT leadership
• Long‑term career progression opportunities
• Supportive team environment

About your next employer

• An established manufacturing organisation with a strong reputation for quality, innovation and customer service.
• The business continues to invest in technology and digital transformation to improve operational efficiency and support future growth.
• You will join an experienced IT team, working across a range of business systems, applications and software projects.
• This is an opportunity to become part of an organisation where technology plays an increasingly important role in its operations.

About you

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computing or a related discipline.
• Good understanding of software development principles and programming fundamentals.
• Experience with at least one programming language, gained through university projects, placements or personal projects.
• Basic understanding of SQL and relational databases.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• A proactive attitude with a genuine interest in developing your technical skills and knowledge.

Desirable:

• Exposure to C# / .NET, JavaScript, Python or similar programming languages.
• Familiarity with SQL Server, APIs and software integrations.
• Knowledge of Git, Azure, Power BI or Microsoft Power Platform.
• Previous placement, internship or practical software development experience.

What you'll do

• Assist in the development, implementation and maintenance of software applications across the business.
• Work with internal stakeholders to understand requirements and identify opportunities for software improvements.
• Support the investigation, prioritisation and resolution of software bugs and technical issues.
• Contribute to software development projects, from initial requirements through to testing and implementation.
• Assist with integrating business applications, databases and third‑party systems.
• Help maintain the security, performance and reliability of existing applications.
• Work alongside IT colleagues and external suppliers to deliver effective software solutions.
• Maintain technical documentation and provide end‑user support and training where required.
• Research new technologies and identify opportunities to improve business processes through automation and software development.