Graduate Software Engineer

GRAYCE; Burgess Hill; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Grayce is recruiting graduates into technology roles across engineering, infrastructure and support. You will work on client sites, delivering outcomes and developing hands-on experience with modern technologies.

As part of the Accelerated Development Programme, you will complete six industry-recognised accreditations, with clear progression and salary growth as you develop in a client-facing role.

Qualifications

• Graduate programme in technology with client-facing delivery.
• Six industry-recognised accreditations as part of development
• On-site role based in Burgess Hill, United Kingdom

Responsibilities

• Support software development and engineering tasks.
• Assist with deployments and infrastructure.
• Monitor systems and resolve technical issues.
• Contribute to testing and quality assurance.
• Support IT service and operational delivery

Skills

Java

Python

CI/CD

Jira

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Confluence

Job description

Type: On Site - As a consultancy, we deliver services directly to our clients, meaning much of your work will be based on-site within their teams. This is a key part of your development and early career success.

Why Grayce?

Grayce specialises in delivering technology-driven change and transformation for some of the UK’s most ambitious organisations. For over a decade, we have partnered with FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 companies to deploy high-performing early career talent across engineering, infrastructure, and digital transformation programmes.

Our Accelerated Development Programme offers a structured, fast-track route into industry. You will gain hands-on experience working with modern technologies, supporting software delivery, infrastructure, and IT operations in real client environments.

You will typically work with one client at a time, delivering meaningful outcomes in a professional, client-facing environment. Alongside this, you will complete a minimum of six industry-recognised accreditations, with clear progression pathways and salary growth as you develop.

About Our Opportunities

We are recruiting graduates into a range of technology roles across engineering, infrastructure, and support.

By joining our Technology pathway, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills across a range of technical roles. Depending on your strengths and interests, you may progress into roles such as:

Engineering: Software Developer, DevOps Analyst, Site Reliability Engineer (SRE), Test Analyst

AI: AI Analyst

Information Security: Cybersecurity Analyst, Information Security Analyst, SOC Analyst, Privacy Analyst

Support & Operations: Service Desk Analyst, Application Support Analyst, Production Support Analyst

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting software development and engineering tasks
• Assisting with deployments and infrastructure
• Monitoring systems and resolving technical issues
• Contributing to testing and quality assurance
• Supporting IT service and operational delivery

Technical Skills (Advantageous)

• Programming (Java, Python or similar)
• CI/CD, version control
• Agile tools (Jira, Confluence)

What Makes a Great Grayce Analyst

• Curiosity and problem-solving mindset
• Strong communication and collaboration
• Adaptability in fast-paced environments
• Interest in technology and continuous learning

Why Work for Us

Locations

Locations are updated regularly based on client demand. This opportunity is based in Burgess Hill, please only apply if you are willing and able to commute to this location.

• Gain hands-on experience working full-time, on-site with leading organisations, supported by structured training and industry-aligned development.

Delivery

• Work directly with a client, delivering high-quality outcomes in a professional, client-facing environment.
• Receive dedicated coaching and support throughout your placement and development journey.

Progression

• Complete a minimum of six industry-recognised accreditations, with clear pathways for career progression and salary growth.
• Access our Employee Assistance Programme, offering 24/7 confidential support across financial, legal, health, and wellbeing areas.
• Our salaries are dictated by location and client