Software Engineer – 12 Month Placement

Jobtailor; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in the United Kingdom offers an early-career placement focused on software engineering. You will gain hands-on experience across the full development lifecycle, working with Java, Python, C#, and C/C++ while contributing to UI, AI, and data analytics projects.

The role emphasizes collaboration with UI/UX and back-end teams within an agile framework. Applicants should be in penultimate year, pursuing a relevant degree, with BPSS clearance and unrestricted UK work rights.

Qualifications

• Currently studying a Computer Science, Web Development, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Mathematics, Human-Computer Interaction, Graphic Design, Embedded Software, or related Bachelor’s or integrated Master’s Degree.
• Passionate about Software Engineering.
• Programming experience in at least one of Java, C#, or Python, with willingness to work across more than one language.
• On course to achieve a 2:1 degree or above.
• To be in your penultimate year of study and returning to education post placement.
• Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained.
• Permanent right to work in the UK is required; sponsorship is not available for Early Careers opportunities.
• Able to roll up your sleeves and get involved in projects.
• Organised and able to work towards deadlines.
• Inspired and curious to learn.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to take ownership for projects.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Able to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Gain skills and experience across software engineering, including design, integration, and testing.
• Work as part of a team during parts of the Development Life Cycle.
• Develop programming skills in Java, C, C++, C#, Python, Raspberry Pi, and/or Arduino.
• Analyze requirements, design applications, and support configuration management and database development.
• Engage with internal and external customers and third-party vendors.
• Develop responsive user interfaces for aerospace applications using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers and back-end developers.
• Participate in agile practices, code reviews, troubleshooting, and issue resolution.
• Improve code quality, maintainability, delivery, and cost using engineering practices and AI tools.
• Maintain, support, and improve engineering toolchains used across NPI projects.
• Perform issue triage, root cause analysis, resolution, and tool enhancement testing.
• Document configurations, changes, known issues, test evidence, and status updates.
• Track and deliver software releases on time and identify project improvements.
• Support digital transformation, automation, and business process optimisation.
• Prepare reports and dashboards, manage digital reporting tools and web apps, and support implementation of new digital tools.
• Track digital transformation projects and contribute to data analytics strategy.
• Receive coaching, mentoring, structured goals, and responsibility for placement projects.

Skills

Java

Python

C#

C

C++

UI development

Software design

Software testing

Database development

System monitoring

Agile practices

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor’s or integrated Master’s in Computer Science / related

Tools

HTML

CSS

JavaScript

Microsoft Office

Raspberry Pi

Arduino

Job description

• Gain skills and experience across software engineering, including software design, integration, and testing
• Work as part of a team during part or multiple parts of the Development Life Cycle
• Develop programming skills in Java, C, C++, C#, Python, Raspberry Pi, and/or Arduino
• Analyze requirements, design applications, define test specifications, and support configuration management, database development, and system monitoring
• Engage with internal and external customers and third-party vendors
• Develop responsive user interfaces for aerospace applications using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers and back-end developers
• Participate in agile practices, code reviews, troubleshooting, and issue resolution
• Improve code quality, maintainability, delivery, and cost using engineering practices and AI tools
• Maintain, support, and improve engineering toolchains used across NPI projects
• Perform issue triage, root cause analysis, resolution, and tool enhancement testing
• Document configurations, changes, known issues, test evidence, technical findings, and status updates
• Track and deliver software releases on time and identify project improvements
• Support digital transformation, automation, simplification, and business process optimisation
• Prepare reports and dashboards, manage digital reporting tools and web apps, and support implementation of new digital tools
• Track digital transformation projects and contribute to future data analytics strategy
• Receive coaching, mentoring, structured goals, and responsibility for placement projects

Requirements

• Currently studying a Computer Science, Web Development, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Mathematics, Human-Computer Interaction, Graphic Design, Embedded Software, or related Bachelor’s or integrated Master’s Degree
• Passionate about Software Engineering
• Programming experience in at least one of C#, Java, or Python, with willingness to work across more than one language
• On course to achieve a 2:1 degree or above
• To be in your penultimate year of study and returning to education post placement
• Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained
• Permanent right to work in the UK is required; sponsorship is not available for Early Careers opportunities
• Able to roll up your sleeves and get involved in projects
• Organised and able to work towards deadlines
• Inspired and curious to learn
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Able to take ownership for projects
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Able to work as part of a team

Core Competencies

Demonstrates strong programming skills in Java, C, C++, C#, and Python, with a focus on software design, integration, and testing. Capable of collaborating in agile environments and engaging with stakeholders to support digital transformation and project delivery.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Programming Experience in Java
• Programming Experience in C#
• Programming Experience in Python
• Agile Practices Participation
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills

Hard Skills

• Software Design
• Software Integration
• Software Testing
• Database Development
• System Monitoring
• User Interface Development
• Code Quality Improvement
• Root Cause Analysis
• Digital Transformation
• Data Analytics Strategy

Soft Skills

• Strong Verbal Communication Skills
• Strong Written Communication Skills
• Organised
• Curious to Learn
• Team Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

• Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) Clearance

Industry Keywords

• Development Life Cycle
• NPI Projects
• Digital Reporting Tools
• Business Process Optimisation
• Embedded Software

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Office
• HTML
• CSS
• JavaScript
• Raspberry Pi
• Arduino