Graduate Software Engineer – Summer 2026

The Company

Based in Surrey, this privately owned technical consultancy delivers advanced solutions. Known for its strong engineering culture, the organisation invests heavily in innovation, research and long term technical capability. Collaboration is central to how teams operate, with graduates working closely alongside experienced engineers and subject matter experts. With a focus on integrity, learning and continuous improvement, you will be supported to grow both technically and professionally from the outset.

The Role

As a Graduate Software Engineer joining in Summer or Autumn 2026, you will contribute to cutting edge cyber security and data driven systems used in highly secure environments. Working on site in Surrey, you will gain exposure to a wide range of technologies and real client challenges. From your first project, you will be encouraged to develop practical engineering judgement, deepen your programming expertise and build a strong foundation for a long term career in secure software development.

You will:

• Develop software for advanced cyber security systems
• Build novel signal, imaging and data processing applications
• Deliver solutions using C, C++, Python, Rust and web technologies
• Support and train customers in deploying and using software
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams

This role offers excellent technical depth, exposure to varied projects and clear progression as you grow your capability.

Requirements

Must Have:

• A 2:1 degree (or predicted) in Computer Science, Engineering, Maths or Physics (or equivalent)
• Strong programming ability in C and or C++
• A-grades in Maths and Physics at A-Level (or equivalent)
• Eligibility for UK Government DV security clearance

Nice to Have:

• Experience with Python, Rust, JavaScript or TypeScript
• Interest in cyber security, signal processing or secure systems

Benefits and Perks

You will join a team that values technical excellence and looks after its people for the long term.

• £42,000 to £44,000 starting salary
• Generous pension contributions
• Life insurance
• Earnings protection insurance
• Structured technical development and mentoring

Please note this is a fully office-based role in Cheltenham due to the secure nature of the work.

Apply now

If you are excited to apply your software engineering skills to meaningful national security challenges, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to begin your career as a Graduate Software Engineer in 2026.