Summer Placement Test Software Engineer

4 days ago

Edinburgh, United KingdomIntern

Responsibilities

Support delivery of small packages of work to time, cost, and quality.
Collaborate with colleagues across multiple disciplines to meet project targets and solve technical problems.
Apply academic knowledge to design, testing, qualification, and technology-support activities.
Develop software solutions to control measurement instrumentation devices and fully automate testing of a unit under test.
Develop technical skills under the guidance of an experienced supervisor and the wider engineering community.
Share ideas, communicate with the team, and contribute to knowledge sharing.

Currently studying for a Bachelor’s, Integrated Master’s, MSc, PhD, or higher degree.
Degree discipline in Security, Computer Communication and Networks, Computer & Network Technology, or Cyber Security.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to solve technical problems and willingness to take on new challenges.
Computer literacy, including MS Office.
Successful applicants must provide identity, UK work eligibility, criminal record declaration, and five years of employment and/or education history for BPSS checks where applicable.
Additional security vetting or export-control requirements may apply, including UK residency expectations for certain clearance levels.

13-week fixed-term summer placement running from 01/06/2026 to 27/08/2027.
Hybrid working in Edinburgh, with at least three days per week on site encouraged.
25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, pro rata for summer placement students.
Award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
Free mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led inclusion and diversity networks.
Free access to more than 4,000 online courses through Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
Coaching, technical support, and potential opportunities for future placements or the Graduate Development Programme.