2026 Software Engineering Graduate

Londrinatur; Belfast; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Belfast is seeking a Software Engineering Graduate to join their 3-year Graduate Programme. This role offers mentorship, exciting projects, and the opportunity to rotate across different business units in the final year. Candidates should possess a relevant degree such as Computer Science or Software Engineering. Competitive salary and benefits package included.

Benefits

201 hours annual leave

Company Pension

Health Care Cash Plan

Life Insurance

Discount Portal

Performance-related pay uplifts

80 Hours Volunteering

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Computing, or related technical degrees.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a structured 3-year Graduate Programme.
• Work on exciting projects and engage in mentorship.
• Rotate across different business units in year 3.

Education

Computer Science (BSc or MSc)

Computing (BEng or MEng)

Computing and Data Science (BSc or MSc)

Software Engineering (BSc or MEng)

Combined Software & Electronic Engineering (BSc)

Related technical degrees

Job description

2026 Software Engineering Graduate

Portal Londrinatur – Thales UK

Start Date: 07 September 2026

Salary: £34,000 per annum

Location: Belfast

Employee type: Permanent

Working Schedule: Monday – Friday, 37 hours a week (8 hours Monday–Thursday, 5 hours Friday)

About the Role

In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible. Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and thats why we offer you the flexibility to do whats important to you; whether thats part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions.

What The Role Has To Offer

• Permanent role from day one


• Work on exciting projects within our business units


• Receive mentorship and support from our Engineering Leadership team


• An opportunity in year 3 to rotate into different business units and experience different parts of an engineering lifecycle

Graduate Programme

This a 3 year programme with the option to rotate, in Year 3, around the country across different business units experiencing different parts of an engineering lifecycle. You will be assigned to a succession of new or existing programmes where you will work with and be supported by other engineers to design and develop engineering solutions to meet the needs of our customers.

During your time on the programme you will be under the sponsorship and guidance of the Engineering Leadership team and will follow a structured and detailed learning pathway to fast track your development within your role.

Requirements

• Computer Science (BSc or MSc)


• Computing (BEng or MEng)


• Computing and Data Science (BSc or MSc)


• Software Engineering (BSc or MEng)


• Combined Software & Electronic Engineering (BSc)


• All applicable technical or related degrees will be considered

Benefits

• 201 hours annual leave (plus a company day and bank holidays)


• Company Pension


• Health Care Cash Plan


• Life Insurance


• Discount Portal


• Performance-related pay uplifts


• 80 Hours Volunteering (first two years)

Application Process

Assessment centres for shortlisted candidates will be held between February - May 2026. Induction week for all Graduate and Apprentices will take place from Monday 07 September - Friday 11 September 2026.

Closing Date

Applications will close at 11.59pm on Monday 5 January 2026. Please note, we will be in contact by the end of February 2026 with details of next steps. Please note, roles may close earlier than the advertised deadline if we receive a high number of applications. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out on this opportunity.

Security Clearance

Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, all of our roles are subject to security restrictions. All successful candidates must possess the permanent right to work in the UK, and will be required to go through Government security clearance at BPSS Level and to obtain full Security Clearance (SC) in line with the United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) requirements prior to starting with us. This role requires Security Clearance (SC). It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Thales is an equal opportunities employer and diversity and inclusion are integral to the success of Thales.