Graduate Trainee - Engineering

National Westminster Bank Plc; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

NatWest invites ambitious graduates to join a 12‑month Software and Data Engineering programme. You’ll work on real projects, supported by mentors, and gain hands‑on experience across the engineering lifecycle—from coding to deployment—with AI‑assisted tooling.

You’ll start with a three‑month bootcamp, then nine months on live projects, and have opportunities to earn industry‑recognised certifications while growing in a purpose‑driven, collaborative team.

Qualifications

• To have, or be on course to achieving a 2:1 in a STEM subject
• Clear communication skills, and the ability to break down complex problems and explain your ideas
• A curious, logical mindset with a passion for solving problems and exploring new technologies, including AI
• Confidence working with data, statistics, and experimentation and evidence‑based decision making
• A flexible attitude, comfortable with change and ambiguity and continuous learning in a rapidly evolving technology landscape.
• A drive to learn, grow, and make a real impact

Responsibilities

• Experience across the engineering development lifecycle, from coding and testing to deployment and AI-assisted tools
• Work on real projects within a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment
• Collaborate with mentors and engineers to build scalable solutions

Skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Curious mindset

Data literacy

Adaptability

AI awareness

Education

2:1 STEM subject

Tools

AI tools

Job description

Why Engineering?

At NatWest, our Software and Data Engineers are at the heart of innovation, collaborating across the bank to create cutting‑edge solutions that make a real difference for millions of customers. Whether it's enhancing mobile apps, leveraging AI for personalised experiences, or simplifying core systems, our engineers are shaping the future of banking.

You’ll join our Digital X or Customer Operations focused on driving:

• - Disciplined growth through digital transformation and customer‑centric design
• - Simplification and agility by modernising platforms and streamlining operations
• - Security and resilience with cutting‑edge fraud prevention and risk management

Together, we’re building a smarter, safer, and more personalised banking experience powered by data, AI, and bold ideas.

Your graduate journey

This programme is designed to give you everything you need to thrive. You’ll be immersed in real projects, supported by experts, and empowered to grow your skills in a fast‑paced, purpose‑driven environment.

Over the course of this 12 month programme, you can expect to:

• - Kick off with a three month immersive bootcamp featuring a bespoke self‑led learning pathway, live projects, hackathons, and expert‑led sessions
• - Spend nine months working on live projects that shape the future of banking and gain deep, meaningful experience in your assigned team
• - Gain full exposure to the engineering development lifecycle, from coding and testing to deployment, including the use of modern AI‑assisted engineering tools and approaches
• - Acquire hands‑on experience with Agile methodologies and contemporary engineering practices
• - Have opportunities to earn industry‑recognised certifications
• - Receive support from a dedicated line manager, graduate buddy, and mentor
• - Participate in Employee‑Led Networks, Graduate Councils, and Working Parties
• - Develop experience working with emerging AI technologies, learning how to collaborate effectively with AI tools while applying human judgement and critical thinking

You'll have the chance to collaborate with colleagues in India, and upon successful completion of the 12-month programme and required assessments, you'll be supported into a permanent Engineering role, ready to make your mark in a purpose‑led organisation that’s committed to doing the right thing.

How you’ll benefit

We’ll reward you with a starting salary of £52,000. And on top of your salary, you’ll have access to our flexible benefits package.

You can also expect to:

• - Learn through the NatWest Group Technology Academy
• - Gain exposure to global engineering teams
• - Grow your network, build confidence, and elevate your professional presence
• - Learn from industry experts and apply your knowledge from day one
• - Strengthen your analytical thinking and problem‑solving capability
• - Build your data literacy and confidence working with technology
• - Develop your ability to interpret information and communicate insights clearly
• - Learn how to make informed decisions in complex and evolving situations
• - Grow your curiosity and ability to explore new ideas and approaches
• - Develop resilience, confidence and a strong sense of ownership
• - Experience working in a purpose‑driven organisation tackling real‑world challenges

Entry requirements

To join our Engineering graduate programme, you’ll need:

• - To have, or be on course to achieving a 2:1 in a STEM subject
• - Clear communication skills, and the ability to break down complex problems and explain your ideas
• - A curious, logical mindset with a passion for solving problems and exploring new technologies, including AI
• - Confidence working with data, statistics, and experimentation and evidence‑based decision making
• - A flexible attitude, comfortable with change and ambiguity and continuous learning in a rapidly evolving technology landscape.
• - A drive to learn, grow, and make a real impact

Ready to apply?

The application window for this programme will be open until we receive enough applications to fill our cohort. When that happens, we’ll close the programme to new applications. It’s important to take the time to make sure you’re making the right decision about the programme you want to apply for (you can only apply for one programme), but please complete your application as soon as you can to make sure you don’t miss out!

Have another question?

Head over to our Applying and eligibility support page now for answers to some of our most commonly asked questions.

Hours
35

Ways of Working:Hybrid