Graduate Software Engineer - AI & Cyber Security

STEM Solutions; Manchester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the cyber security sector is seeking a Graduate Software Engineer to join their team in Manchester. You will write production code, solve complex problems, and collaborate within agile teams. Ideal candidates are on track for a First-class degree in a related field, with strong programming skills and problem-solving abilities. This role offers mentorship and hands-on training from day one.

Benefits

Dedicated mentor and buddy

Hands-on training

Opportunities to work across different products

Support for further learning

Social graduate community

Qualifications

• Graduates with a strong understanding of programming principles and algorithms.
• Ability to write clean, logical, and well-tested code in at least one language.
• Curiosity and drive regarding AI technologies.

Responsibilities

• Write production code for real projects.
• Solve complex problems using computer science fundamentals.
• Work in agile teams delivering high-quality software.

Skills

Programming principles

Data structures

Algorithms

Curiosity

Problem-solving skills

Education

First-class degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related STEM subject

Minimum A A-level including A in Maths

Tools

Java

.NET

React

AWS

Kubernetes

Job description

Overview

Graduate Software Engineer AI & Cyber Security

I m working with my client, a leading company in the cyber security sector, who are looking for exceptional graduates to join their engineering team. From day one, you ll work on real projects alongside experienced developers, learning quickly and making a real impact.

Responsibilities

What you ll do:

• Write production code with technologies like Java, .NET, React, AWS and Kubernetes

• Solve complex problems using computer science fundamentals

• Use AI-powered coding tools to improve quality and speed

• Work in agile teams to deliver high-quality software

Benefits

• A dedicated mentor and buddy to support you

• Hands-on training and real project experience from day one

• Opportunities to work across different products and tech stacks

• Support for further learning (books, certifications, and tools)

• A friendly, social graduate community

What they re looking for

• On track for (or recently achieved) a First-class degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related STEM subject from a leading university

• Minimum A AA at A-level (or equivalent) indcluding an A in Maths

• Strong understanding of programming principles, data structures, and algorithms

• Ability to write clean, logical, and well-tested code in at least one language

• Curiosity, drive, and a genuine interest in using AI to learn and build

• Strong problem-solving skills and a collaborative mindset