Graduate Software Engineering Programme 2027

Computer Science, Data, Software

About the role you are considering

We’re looking for curious, driven graduates who are excited to kick-start their career in tech and make a real impact from day one. 

You’ll become part of a high-performing team delivering solutions for one of the UK’s largest public sector organisations - giving you the chance to work on meaningful projects that truly matter. Along the way, you’ll learn from experienced professionals, build in-demand technical skills, and gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies. 

What Future Do You Want?
Capgemini enables its clients to unlock the value of technology to transform their business and responsibly transform our world. Get The Future You Want.

As part of this journey, you’ll join one of our specialist tracks aligned to your interests: 

  • Data Engineer: turn data into powerful insights, working with modern analytics tools and cloud platforms to drive smarter, data-led decisions. 
  • Software Engineer: bring ideas to life by building scalable, user-focused applications using modern frameworks and full-stack technologies. 

This is more than just your first job - it’s a chance to grow, innovate, and shape the future of digital solutions, all while accelerating your career in a supportive and dynamic environment. At Capgemini, we are helping shape a new age of intelligence, partnering with clients across industries to harness AI, technology, and human potential to drive meaningful change. 

If you are successfully offered this position, you will go through a series of pre-employment checks, including: 
Identity, nationality (single or dual) or immigration status, employment history going back 3 continuous years, and unspent criminal record check (known as Disclosure and Barring Service)

This role is based in either Telford or Hove, and you’ll typically be in the office up to 3 days a week, so you’ll need to be within commuting distance of your chosen location. The nature of this role requires you to work on a secure site, if this isn't a suitable location for you, we encourage you to explore our other graduate opportunities with Capgemini, which are available at various locations across the UK.

What you will bring

Data Engineer:

  • Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related STEM discipline
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail 
  • Experience working with SQL/NoSQL databases 
  • Familiarity with data visualisation tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau) 
  • Programming ability in Python, R, or Java 
  • Understanding of data modelling, ETL processes, or data pipelines (desirable) 
  • Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) 
  • Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and testing principles 
  • Academic, personal, or internship projects involving data analysis or insights 

Software Engineer:

  • Degree in Computer Science or related a STEM discipline 
  • Proficiency in one or more programming languages (Java, Python, C++, JavaScript) 
  • Understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) principles 
  • Experience with modern frameworks (e.g. React, Angular, Spring Boot, Django) 
  • Knowledge of full-stack development concepts (e.g. MEAN/MERN) 
  • Familiarity with version control (Git) and collaborative development 
  • Awareness of CI/CD tools (e.g. Docker, Jenkins) and DevOps practices 
  • Understanding of software testing, debugging, and SDLC 
  • Strong foundation in data structures and algorithms 
  • Projects or internships showcasing software development skills 

Graduate Development Experience

Our graduate experience is designed to help you build the skills, mindset, and confidence to thrive in a rapidly evolving, AI-enabled world. From day one, you'll be part of a community focused on innovation, collaboration, and delivering accelerated solutions for our clients.

Through a combination of professional and technical development, client experience, and mentorship, you’ll develop the capabilities to solve complex challenges, innovate with confidence, and contribute from the very start of your career. Supercharge your development with access to our best-in-class content providers and technology partners including Harvard Business, Microsoft, OpenAI, and more.

Built around modules that encourage you to think creatively, embrace new technologies and turn ideas into meaningful impact. You’ll work alongside leaders and experts to build future-focused skills that prepare you for long-term success in technology, business, and consulting careers.

Your security clearance

Security Check (SC) Clearance

To be successfully appointed to this role, it is a requirement to obtain Security Check (SC) clearance.

To obtain SC clearance, the successful applicant must have resided continuously within the United Kingdom for the last 5 years, along with other criteria and requirements.

Throughout the recruitment process, you will be asked questions about your security clearance eligibility such as, but not limited to, country of residence and nationality. Some posts are restricted to sole UK Nationals for security reasons; therefore, you may be asked about your citizenship in the application process.

Make it real – what does it mean for you?

Impactful Experiences

You will reimagine what’s possible: creating value for the world’s leading organisations through technology to build a sustainable, more inclusive future. You will work with a range of clients all with a unique set of business, technological and societal ambitions, which will make a real impact across the UK.

Shape your path

You will be empowered to explore, innovate, and progress. You will benefit from Capgemini’s ‘learning for life’ mindset, meaning you will have countless training and development opportunities from thinktanks to hackathons, and access to 250,000 courses with numerous external certifications from AWS, Microsoft, Harvard ManageMentor, Cybersecurity qualifications and much more.

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  • Deadline
    Ongoing
  • Starting
    April 2027
  • Salary
    £35,000 + benefits
  • Degree required
    2:2 and above
  • Location
    Telford (Shropshire) and Hove
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Disciplines Accepted...
  • Computer Science
  • Data Science
  • Information Technology
  • Software/Systems
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