Graduate Software Engineer

targetjobs UK; Basildon; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment company is seeking a Graduate Software Engineer to join its Agile teams in the UK. In this role, you will design, build, and maintain high-quality software solutions while collaborating across functions. Candidates should have a 2:1 undergraduate degree in a relevant STEM field and strong programming skills in Java, React, and Python. This position requires on-site work 4/5 days a week and a valid UK driving license. This is an excellent opportunity to accelerate your career in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Must have achieved a 2:1 undergraduate degree in a relevant field.
• Ability to work on site 4/5 days a week.
• Must have a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with various teams to design and maintain software solutions.
• Write clean and efficient code while contributing to continuous improvement.
• Explore and adapt to new technologies in software engineering.

Skills

Excellent programming skills in Java

Excellent programming skills in React

Excellent programming skills in Python

Familiarity with cloud platforms

Familiarity with GitHub

Awareness of security tools and best practices

Excellent communication skills

Collaboration skills

Education

2:1 undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related STEM subject

Job description

Starting salary

£28,000

Application requirements

• Achieved a 2:1 undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related STEM subject.
• This role is due to begin in early 2026. Please only apply if you have completed your degree or will have finished your studies by this date.
• Successful candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK from the start date.
• Ability to be on site 4/5 days a week.
• A full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle.

About The Role

As a Graduate Software Engineer, you’ll work within agile teams to design, build, and maintain high-quality software solutions. You’ll collaborate with colleagues across different functions, write clean and efficient code, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. This role is perfect for someone curious, adaptable, and eager to explore new technologies while developing solid foundations in modern software engineering practices.

Why Grayce?

Grayce specialises in driving change and transformation for some of the world’s most ambitious organisations. For over a decade, we've partnered with FTSE 100 and 250 companies to deliver impactful results by developing and deploying high-performing talent in the UK and beyond.

Our Accelerated Development Programme is designed to launch the careers of recent graduates eager to make an impact. We offer a fast‑track route to expertise, allowing you to gain hands‑on experience with one of our impressive clients in a variety of flexible roles such as Business Analysis, Software Engineering, Data Analysis and DevOps.

You will have a tailored learning development journey bespoke to your role, meaning you are prepared for whatever the day throws at you, whilst learning key skills and gaining industry specific accreditations along the way.

Join Grayce and accelerate your career!

What makes a great Grayce Analyst?

Education

• Achieved a 2:1 undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related STEM subject.

Technical Knowledge

• Excellent programming skills in Java, React, and Python.
• Some familiarity with cloud platforms and GitHub would be beneficial.
• Awareness of security tools and best practices.

Soft Skills

• Curious and open to new ideas.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in changing environments.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.