Graduate Software Engineer - 2026 Intake

Instil Software Ltd; Belfast; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software engineering company is seeking Graduate Software Engineers to join their team in Northern Ireland. This role offers hands-on experience with coding and substantial support through mentoring and training. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering, with a keen interest in programming. Competitive benefits include a performance bonus, flexible working arrangements, and a focus on employee wellbeing.

Benefits

Discretionary annual performance bonus

Flexible working arrangements

Highly competitive pension scheme with employer contributions

Private healthcare and life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

35 days holiday and family-first policies

Courses and certifications for development

Community involvement and initiatives

Qualifications

• A computer science or software engineering related degree, 2.1 or higher or equivalent experience.
• A keen eye for detail and quality which should be reflected in your outputs.
• An ability to program and solve basic programming challenges.
• Excellent academic qualifications and communication skills, written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate and work as part of our engineering teams to develop software solutions to production.
• Learn and adopt the skills to become a confident, independent software engineer.
• Research and evaluate new technologies that could improve the quality of our software.

Skills

Java

C#

Typescript

React

AWS

Education

Computer Science or Software Engineering degree (2.1 or higher)

Tools

IntelliJ

Git

Job description

We are looking for Graduate Software Engineers to join our growing business. Over the years we have built a reputation like no other; creating great software through a culture of engineering excellence, curiosity and continuous learning.

As a Graduate, you will be very much a part of this. Writing code on a daily basis and learning what it takes to be an exceptional software engineer. Your development is important to us and as such, you will be supported every step of the way through attending conferences, in-house training and mentoring from our team of experts. This position will suit Engineers graduating in 2026, or those who have already graduated and are looking for the next step.

Day to Day

• Collaborate and work as part of our engineering teams to develop software solutions to production

• Learn and adopt the skills to become a confident, independent software engineer

• Work across a range of front and backend technologies (Java, C#, Typescript, React, AWS etc) in a highly supportive work environment

• Research and evaluate new technologies that could improve the quality of our software

• Engage with your team members to create a fun and energetic place to work and learn

Need to Have

• A computer science or software engineering related degree, 2.1 or higher or equivalent experience

• A keen eye for detail and quality which should be reflected in your outputs

• Experience in Java, C#, Typescript, React, AWS or similar high level programming language.

• An ability to program and solve basic programming challenges

• A deep curiosity about programming and software in general

• Excellent academic qualifications and communication skills, written and verbal

• Eligibility to live and work in the UK (please note we do not provide sponsorship and do not hold a Sponsorship licence).

Nice to Have

• Evidence of contribution to a personal or open source project

• Great interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team

• An understanding of developer tooling (IntelliJ, Git, etc), testing and clean code

Location Requirements

This role requires regular in office attendance. Therefore, candidates should be located in Northern Ireland.

Please note

Shortlisting and interviews for this position will commence in early 2026. We encourage early applications, but all submissions received before the deadline will be given full consideration.

Why Join Instil?

At Instil, we believe great work starts with happy, motivated people. That’s why we’ve built a benefits package that supports your wellbeing, growth, and life outside of work, because when you thrive, so do we.

• Recognition That Matters: A discretionary annual performance bonus that rewards your impact and contribution to our success.

• Flexibility Built In: Flexible working arrangements and summer hours, because life isn’t 9 to 5, and balance matters.

• Financial Security: A highly competitive pension scheme with generous employer contributions, private healthcare, and life assurance for peace of mind.

• Health & Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme, mental health support, cycle-to-work scheme, and regular social events to keep our culture vibrant.

• Time to Recharge: 35 days holiday, enhanced maternity pay, and family-first policies so you can focus on what matters most.

• Learning Never Stops: From courses to certifications, we’ll invest in your development so you can keep growing and shaping what’s next.

• Community & Culture: Opportunities to volunteer, give back, and be part of initiatives that make Instil a truly inclusive and connected workplace.

And that’s just the start, drop us a note to find out more.

Company Description

Instil has been delivering world-class software engineering and technology solutions for over 20 years, trusted by global brands to solve complex challenges and drive innovation. From modernising legacy systems to building cutting-edge applications, we help our clients navigate an ever-changing digital landscape with confidence and agility.

We’re proud to be an award-winning employer, reflecting how our people are at the heart of everything we do:

• Recognised as a Great Place to Work® for three consecutive years, and in 2024 ranked in the Top 20 Best Workplaces in the UK for medium-sized companies.

• Winner of Company of the Year at the Digital DNA Awards 2022, celebrating excellence in Northern Ireland’s tech sector.

Driven by a love for technology and a commitment to excellence, we bring together people who want to make a difference. We’ll support your journey, because your success is part of ours.