Graduate Software Engineer

Sagentia Defence; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consultancy in Cambridge is seeking a Graduate Software Engineer to join their team. This role involves designing and developing innovative software solutions across various industries while working closely with clients. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree and have proficiency in programming languages like Python or C++. This position offers the opportunity to work on impactful projects and develop a diverse skill set in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Work on impactful projects

Exposure to diverse sectors and technologies

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in a relevant field from a top university.
• Experience in Software Engineering and proficiency in at least one programming language.
• Awareness of Agile methodologies and testing frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate to design and develop innovative software solutions.
• Contribute to all stages of the product lifecycle.
• Engage directly with clients to gain consulting experience.

Skills

Software Engineering

Python

C

C++

C#

Agile methodologies

Education

First or Upper Second Class degree, Master’s, or PhD in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Job description

Graduate Software Engineer

Department: Software

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Cambridge

Description

Shape the Future of Innovation with Sagentia

Are you a bright, curious graduate ready to launch your career at the cutting edge of science and engineering? Sagentia, a leading global technology consultancy, invites you to join our dynamic team as a Graduate Software Engineer.

About Sagentia Innovation

At Sagentia, we believe innovation thrives at the intersection of science, engineering, and technology. For over 30 years, we have partnered with clients ranging from global leaders to ambitious start-ups, delivering product advisory and development services that span a broad spectrum of industries: medical, food and beverage, consumer, defence, industrial systems, chemicals, and energy.

Our work is defined by variety and impact. One day you may be working on control software for next-generation surgical robots; the next, you might help design mobile applications for breakthrough medical devices, develop precision agricultural technology, or enable advanced industrial automation.

Key Responsibilities

As a Graduate Software Engineer, you will:

• Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams to design and develop innovative software solutions for world-changing projects.
• Contribute to all stages of the product lifecycle, from initial concept and prototyping through to deployment and support.
• Engage directly with clients, gaining invaluable consulting experience and seeing your work make a real difference.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• A strong academic background (First or Upper Second Class degree, Master’s, or PhD) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field from a top university.
• Experience in Software Engineering and proficiency in at least one of the following programming languages: Python, C, C++, or C# and willingness to learn additional programming languages.
• Awareness of Agile methodologies, continuous integration and unit testing frameworks.

Unfortunately we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position so you will be required to hold the right to work in the UK.

Why Join Sagentia

• Impact: Work on projects that improve lives, advance science, and shape the future.
• Learning: Accelerate your development with exposure to a wide variety of sectors and technologies.
• Culture: Experience a workplace that values curiosity, creativity, and diversity of thought.