Graduate Software Engineering Programme 2027

Capgemini; Telford, Hove; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Capgemini in the United Kingdom is offering a graduate development programme across Data Engineer, Software Engineer and Platform Engineer tracks. You will join a high-performing team delivering solutions for public sector clients, building in-demand technical skills and real-world impact from day one.

You'll experience a structured development journey with mentorship and exposure to cutting-edge technologies, preparing you for long-term careers in technology, consulting, and business, within

Qualifications

• Minimum 2:2 degree and eligibility to work in the UK.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with programming languages (Java, Python, or C++).
• Familiarity with SQL/NoSQL databases.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).

Skills

Data analysis

Python

SQL

Power BI

Java

Cloud

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related STEM

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

Terraform

Jenkins

Job description

About the role you're considering

We’re looking for curious, driven graduates who are excited to kick-start their career in tech and make a real impact from day one.

You’ll become part of a high-performing team delivering solutions for one of the UK’s largest public sector organisations - giving you the chance to work on meaningful projects that truly matter. Along the way, you’ll learn from experienced professionals, build in-demand technical skills, and gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies.

As part of this journey, you’ll join one of our specialist tracks aligned to your interests:

• Data Engineer: turn data into powerful insights, working with modern analytics tools and cloud platforms to drive smarter, data-led decisions.
• Software Engineer: bring ideas to life by building scalable, user-focused applications using modern frameworks and full-stack technologies.
• Platform Engineer: develop and maintain secure, scalable cloud platforms and infrastructure using modern DevOps practices and platform technologies.

This is more than just your first job - it’s a chance to grow, innovate, and shape the future of digital solutions, all while accelerating your career in a supportive and dynamic environment.

If you are successfully offered this position, you will go through a series of pre-employment checks, including: Identity, nationality (single or dual) or immigration status, employment history going back 3 continuous years, and unspent criminal record check (known as Disclosure and Barring Service)

This role is based in either Telford or Hove, and you’ll typically be in the office up to 3 days a week, so you’ll need to be within commuting distance of your chosen location. The nature of this role requires you to work on a secure site, if this isn't a suitable location for you, we encourage you to explore our other graduate opportunities with Capgemini, which are available at various locations across the UK. Please also note that the Software Engineer and Platform Engineer pathways are only available at our Telford office, and the Data Engineer pathway is only available at our Hove office.

What you will bring

To be eligible for this programme, you must have obtained, or be studying towards, a minimum 2:2 degree. If you are currently studying, you must have completed your degree prior to proposed start date. We recognise that mitigating circumstances can have an impact on academic performance. If you have experienced any circumstances that you would like us to take into consideration, please provide details in your application. Additional criteria for each track can be found below.

Data Engineer:

• Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related STEM discipline
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Experience working with SQL/NoSQL databases
• Familiarity with data visualisation tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau)
• Programming ability in Python, R, or Java
• Understanding of data modelling, ETL processes, or data pipelines (desirable)
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and testing principles
• Academic, personal, or internship projects involving data analysis or insights

Platform Engineer:

• Degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering or related STEM discipline
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an interest in infrastructure and cloud technologies
• Understanding of networking fundamentals and operating systems (e.g. Linux)
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools (e.g. Terraform)
• Knowledge of containerisation technologies, particularly Kubernetes and Docker
• Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and automation tools (e.g. GitLab, Jenkins)
• Experience with version control systems (Git) and collaborative development
• Awareness of observability and monitoring tools (e.g. Dynatrace, Grafana)
• Understanding of security, identity management and SRE (Site Reliability Engineering) principles
• Academic, personal, or internship projects demonstrating platform engineering capabilities

Software Engineer:

• Degree in Computer Science or related a STEM discipline
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages (Java, Python, C++, JavaScript)
• Understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) principles
• Experience with modern frameworks (e.g. React, Angular, Spring Boot, Django)
• Knowledge of full-stack development concepts (e.g. MEAN/MERN)
• Familiarity with version control (Git) and collaborative development
• Awareness of CI/CD tools (e.g. Docker, Jenkins) and DevOps practices
• Understanding of software testing, debugging, and SDLC
• Strong foundation in data structures and algorithms
• Projects or internships showcasing software development skills

Graduate Development Experience

Our graduate experience is designed to help you build the skills, mindset, and confidence to thrive in a rapidly evolving, AI-enabled world. From day one, you'll be part of a community focused on innovation, collaboration, and delivering accelerated solutions for our clients.

Through a combination of professional and technical development, client experience, and mentorship, you’ll develop the capabilities to solve complex challenges, innovate with confidence, and contribute from the very start of your career. Supercharge your development with access to our best-in-class content providers and technology partners including Harvard Business, Microsoft, OpenAI, and more.

Built around modules that encourage you to think creatively, embrace new technologies and turn ideas into meaningful impact. You’ll work alongside leaders and experts to build future-focused skills that prepare you for long-term success in technology, business, and consulting careers.

We are a Disability Confident Employer

Capgemini is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) under the UK Government’s Disability Confident scheme.

As part of our commitment to inclusive recruitment, we will offer an interview to all candidates who:

• Declare they have a disability, and
• Meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.

Please opt in during the application process.

Your security clearance

Security Check (SC) Clearance

To be successfully appointed to this role, it is a requirement to obtain Security Check (SC) clearance.

To obtain SC clearance, the successful applicant must have resided continuously within the United Kingdom for the last 5 years, along with other criteria and requirements.

Throughout the recruitment process, you will be asked questions about your security clearance eligibility such as, but not limited to, country of residence and nationality.

Some posts are restricted to sole UK Nationals for security reasons; therefore, you may be asked about your citizenship in the application process.

Make it real - what does it mean for you?

Impactful Experiences

You will reimagine what’s possible: creating value for the world’s leading organisations through technology to build a sustainable, more inclusive future. You will work with a range of clients all with a unique set of business, technological and societal ambitions, which will make a real impact across the UK.

Shape your path

You will be empowered to explore, innovate, and progress. You will benefit from Capgemini’s ‘learning for life’ mindset, meaning you will have countless training and development opportunities from thinktanks to hackathons, and access to 250,000 courses with numerous external certifications from AWS, Microsoft, Harvard ManageMentor, Cybersecurity qualifications and much more.

Why you should consider Capgemini

Growing clients’ businesses while building a more sustainable, more inclusive future is a tough ask. When you join Capgemini, you’ll join a thriving company and become part of a collective of free-thinkers, entrepreneurs and industry experts. We find new ways technology can help us reimagine what possible. It’s why, together, we seek out opportunities that will transform the world’s leading businesses, and it’s how you’ll gain the experiences and connections you need to shape your future. By learning from each other every day, sharing knowledge, and always pushing yourself to do better, you’ll build the skills you want. You’ll use your skills to help our clients leverage technology to innovate and grow their business. So, it might not always be easy, but making the world a better place rarely is.

Salary

• £35,000