Graduate Software Engineer
Northrop Grumman3 days ago
Cheltenham, United KingdomEntry Level
Responsibilities
- Design, develop and improve software supporting customer missions.
- Write clear and effective code using languages such as Python, JavaScript, Java or C/C++.
- Work in collaborative development teams to deliver high-quality software.
- Apply software engineering practices across the development lifecycle.
- Collaborate with colleagues to understand requirements and develop solutions.
- Deliver agreed requirements within appropriate timescales and help complete projects.
Requirements
- A relevant degree such as Software Engineering or Computer Science, or equivalent knowledge and skills gained through work experience or other training.
- Experience writing code in a relevant programming language such as Python, JavaScript, Java or C/C++.
- An understanding of the software development lifecycle.
- Strong analytical and logical reasoning skills.
- The ability to work toward agreed requirements and timescales.
- Potential to contribute to projects through completion.
- Applicants must have sole UK citizenship and be able to gain and maintain UK Government Security Check clearance.
- Relevant skills gained through apprenticeships, professional certifications, bootcamps, open-source contributions or personal projects are also welcomed.
Benefits
- Two-year structured graduate programme starting in September 2027, with on-the-job learning, technical and professional development, mentoring and potential project rotations.
- Flexible working options, including hybrid arrangements and compressed fortnights with every other Friday off.
- Private healthcare, dental coverage, life assurance and pension.
- Flexible benefits package including critical illness cover and a health cash plan.
- Holiday buy and sell scheme.
- Career development programmes and an annual performance incentive programme.
- Full-time role based in Cheltenham with approximately 10% travel and no relocation assistance available.
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About Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman designs and manufactures aircraft, spacecraft, missile defense, C4ISR, and cyber systems for the U.S. government, NASA, and allied nations. The company operates primarily through long-term defense and space contracts, delivering products and services spanning autonomous systems, sensors, software, and sustainment. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, it is a public company listed on the NYSE (ticker: NOC).