Software Industrial Placement

H-E Parts; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global technology firm in York is offering a Software Industrial Placement for students pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree. Ideal candidates should have a solid grasp of software development basics, experience in at least one coding language, and excellent teamwork and communication skills. This role encourages a strong enthusiasm for software development. The workplace environment is supportive and inclusive, aiming to foster diversity and innovation.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of the basics of software development.
• Coding experience in at least one programming language.
• Enthusiasm for software development and a keen interest in learning.

Skills

Understanding of software development

Coding experience in programming language

Teamwork and collaboration

Communication skills

Enthusiasm for software development

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or related field

Tools

Unit testing and TDD

Web front-end frameworks (React, Angular)

Windows front-end frameworks (WPF, WinForms)

Database technology (T-SQL, PostgreSQL)

Mathematics and MATLAB

Job description

Location: (HRE) York Clifton Park

Job ID: R0112700

Date Posted: 2025-12-15

Company Name: HITACHI RAIL LIMITED

Profession (Job Category): Other

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting‑edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi‑cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

Job Description

Software Industrial Placement

York Clifton Park

Hiatchi Rail

Essential Requirements

• A solid understanding of the basics of software development.
• Coding experience in at least one programming language.
• Strong teamwork, collaboration, and communication skills.
• Enthusiasm for software development and a keen interest in learning.

Desirable

• Some knowledge of the following would be beneficial:
  • Unit testing and TDD.
  • Web front‑end frameworks such as React or Angular.
  • Windows front‑end frameworks such as WPF or WinForms.
  • Database technology such as T‑SQL and PostgreSQL.
  • Strong mathematics (and MATLAB) or data analysis skills.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program with the option to include a 12‑month industrial placement.
• Studying Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related technical field.

Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at https://www.hitachirail.com/careers.

At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment – we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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