Graduate Software Engineer Scheme

Renishaw is a market-leading, global provider of manufacturing technologies, analytical instruments and medical devices.

We work closely with our customers to solve complex engineering and science challenges. Our unique blend of pioneering research and product innovation helps our customers to solve complex engineering and science challenges, meaning we touch billions of lives around the world.

Our Early Careers cohort consists of around 195 Graduates, 203 Apprentices and 58 Placements. You are the people who can make a real difference. By bringing your new and innovative ideas you will help keep Renishaw at the forefront of the industry, and that’s why we invest in your continuous development and success from day one.

Our Values

At Renishaw you’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential.

We are proud of our strong working culture and work hard to promote diversity and inclusivity. We encourage our people to act in line with our core values of:

• Innovation
• Inspiration
• Integrity 
• Involvement 

What type of things will I be working on?

On this 2-year Graduate Scheme, starting in September 2027, you’ll build on your existing programming skills while working as part of a professional software development team.

You’ll gain hands-on experience across the Software Development Lifecycle, working on real products and projects that may include both challenging development work and R&D. You’ll have opportunities to rotate across different product teams and develop your skills through a combination of practical experience, formal training and mentoring.

You’ll develop experience in areas including:

• Software development using languages such as C# and C++, with WPF and other technologies depending on the project
• Agile and Scrum methodologies, working collaboratively within product teams
• Requirements gathering, planning and software architecture
• Version control, branching and continuous integration
• Configuration, risk and release management
• Working with large, complex codebases and distributed development teams

The scheme is designed to challenge you to develop into a professional Software Engineer, giving you the technical knowledge, practical experience and confidence to contribute to a permanent role within an area that interests you.

What career opportunities are available?

By the end of the scheme, you will have developed an idea of which area you would like to join as a full Software Engineer where your career can grow to roles such as:

• Senior Software Engineer
• Principal Software Engineer
• Technical Manager 

Training and mentoring opportunities are always available for professional growth at Renishaw.

What’s on offer?

• £31,800 starting salary plus £2,000 sign-on bonus.
• Flexible & hybrid working available (team dependent).
• Fantastic training including core skills training plus access to a learning and development courses platform.
• Bonus scheme & 9% pension contribution. 
• Lots of perks including access to onsite fitness centres & onsite subsidised restaurants.

Where will I be working?

This role is based out of one of our main sites near Wotton-under-Edge in Gloucestershire. Since our Renishaw sites are located in semi-rural areas, applicants should ensure they have reliable means of transport to reach the site, as public transportation options may be limited. Alternatively, applicants should be willing to relocate to the local area.

What do I need?

We are looking for candidates with a 2:1, or higher, degree in Software Engineering or Computer Science or similar. Physics, Mathematics or similar degrees are acceptable if experience and interest in writing software code is evident. A 2:2 degree is considered dependent on strong grades at A-Level in STEM subjects.

What’s the application process?

1. Quick Apply: Simply submit your CV – no cover letter needed! However, we’d love it if you could personalise your CV with a short profile that reflects your interest in Renishaw and this graduate opportunity.
2. Online Testing *: Complete a task-based online assessment to assess your aligning with Renishaw’s core values
3. Telephone Call with the GRB Renishaw team – this is not an interview, just a chance for us to have a conversation around what made you apply and what makes you a great fit!
4. Online Assessment Centre: meet the team and get a great feel for why Renishaw is for you! This will take place on Thursday 11th February.

Equal Opportunities

Renishaw are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to make interviews and jobs more accessible. Should you have any difficulty during the recruitment process, or require any reasonable adjustments please contact the team on [email removed]

* Testing is just one part of our process; the final decision is made by line managers and the recruitment team based on your overall performance. We use testing to help structure interviews and guide the assessment centre process, supporting us in making well-rounded recruitment decisions.