Graduate Software Engineer

BAE Systems; England; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Graduate Software Engineer, where you'll develop innovative software solutions for advanced systems. This role offers a permanent contract with hybrid working arrangements, competitive salary, and extensive benefits. You will contribute to the complete product lifecycle, ensuring high-quality software delivery in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Employee share plans

Flexible health benefits

Green car scheme

Private health plans

Shopping discounts

Potential annual incentives

Qualifications

• Predicted to obtain a 2.2 in relevant degree.

Responsibilities

• Creating cutting-edge software for platforms.
• Addressing engineering issues on programs.
• Delivering software solutions for complex systems.

Skills

Software Development

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Software Engineering

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronic Engineering

Job description

BAE Systems East Riding Of Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom

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Length of contract: Permanent contract

Start date (dd Month Year): 13th April 2026

Qualification requirements: As a minimum, you need to have obtained or be predicted to obtain a 2.2 in your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science / Computer Engineering / Software Engineering / Software Development / Electronic Engineering or a related subject.

Description

Job title: Graduate Air Software Engineer

Location: Brough (Hull)

We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements; however, for this role, you will be expected to attend your site 3-5 days per week.

Salary: £34,000 + £2,000 Welcome Bonus

What You’ll Be Doing

• Creating cutting-edge software for our platforms and being involved in the entire lifecycle of a product, from concept, design, and development through to delivery and maintenance in service.
• Contributing to addressing engineering issues on a program, including requirements capture/evaluation, systems and software design, software implementation, testing, qualification, certification, defect investigation, and resolution.
• Delivering software solutions for highly complex, real-time systems and platforms.
• Articulating a strong understanding of multiple software development lifecycles and how those are used in safety-critical environments.

Benefits

Alongside a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems offers employee share plans, extensive flexible discounted health, wellbeing & lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans, shopping discounts, and potential annual incentives.

The Air Team

We have a proud heritage in the development, manufacture, upgrade, and support of world-leading combat and fast jet trainer aircraft. We operate globally, supporting design, production, and provision of aircraft including Typhoon, F-35, and Tempest.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you can make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity and merit, and empowers you to fulfill your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, especially those underrepresented in our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We aim to make our recruitment processes as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance during assessments, please discuss potential reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Note: Many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. Factors such as nationality, previous nationalities, and place of birth can restrict role eligibility. All applicants must meet at least the Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Higher security vetting levels may require 5 to 10 years of continuous UK residency.