Our IT & Digital function is using new and disruptive technologies to help improve how we do our job – through cloud computing, artificial intelligence or machine learning to name just a few. From IT support to data, security to new technologies, we partner with the business to achieve our overall vision to be at the heart of a clean, fair and affordable energy future.
Within IT&D, the Group Functions Chief Information & Digital Office (CIDO) provide strategic leadership for our Group Functions including Finance, the People Team and General Counsel. This team align IT&Digital strategies with business priorities, manage costs and service quality.
Among the best practices that CIDO teams share and drive together are a 360-degree view of IT that includes IT and Digital needs, strategic roadmap planning, deployment of new capabilities, application rationalisation and simplification, service delivery and consumption management, and adoption of agile ways of working.
As a Graduate Software Technology Engineer, you'll join our IT & Digital team and help develop, enhance and support the digital platforms that enable National Grid's business operations. Working with technologies such as ServiceNow, SAP SuccessFactors and Microsoft platforms, you'll gain hands-on experience designing, building, testing and maintaining technology solutions that deliver value to users across the organisation. Along the way, you'll develop your technical expertise, problem-solving skills and understanding of how enterprise technology supports a large and complex business.
You'll work with experienced technology professionals to develop and improve the digital platforms and services used across National Grid.
You'll need to achieve a minimum 2:2 in Information Systems/Technology, Computer/Software Science or a closely related degree discipline.
It doesn't matter when you graduated or whether you're currently studying towards your qualification. We're looking for graduates who are interested in technology and digital innovation, enjoy solving problems and developing technical solutions, and are keen to build their skills in software development, enterprise platforms and automation. Most importantly, you'll be eager to apply your knowledge in a real-world environment and learn how technology supports business outcomes at scale.
This role is based in National Grid House, Warwick and may offer flexible hybrid working, where possible. You'll be expected to travel occasionally as part of your role.
We are proud to offer a starting salary of £38,289 with annual salary increases throughout the programme.
As a first step in your career within the energy industry, our Graduate Programme offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills, gain valuable experience, and build a long-term career with National Grid.
Alongside a tailored development programme designed to power your career at National Grid, you'll also enjoy a range of fantastic rewards and benefits, including:
As you'll be joining our 18-month graduate programme, you'll have a tailored development pathway to support you as you develop a wide range of leadership, business, and technical skills. You'll attend in-person and virtual development sessions throughout your programme to equip you with the essential skills required, as you begin your career at National Grid. We're committed to the personal development of our colleagues so as well as the support from your line manager as you navigate your new role, you'll also have access to 1:1 coaching and a mentor, from a previous cohort to help you transition from campus to corporate life.
All graduates complete the core development programme to develop key skills such as how to make an impact, giving feedback and presentation skills. Aligned to our IT & Digital pathway you’ll develop your IT technical skills including AGILE and Scrum. You’ll also gain important insights in engineering and electricity to help broaden your understanding of our business and industry.
We believe in the importance of getting as much on-the-job experience as possible and to do this, you will complete three 6-month placements, across the UK, designed to deepen your understanding of your speciality but to also broaden your knowledge of our business. At the end of your 18-month programme you’ll return to your initial placement area to kickstart your career.
