Software Engineering Graduate Jobs in Cambridge

Train as a consultant software engineer, developing software for clients while gaining experience in software engineering, AI-assisted development, system design and technical consulting.In BriefThis is a permanent role that blends high-level software engineering with strategic client advisory. Our consultant software engineers act as technical partners to our clients, helping them transform their businesses through domain expertise and, increasingly, AI-driven solutions.As a consultant engineer at Softwire, you’ll be part of a bright, inclusive, supportive team. You will work directly with our customers to solve some of their biggest challenges, making a genuine difference to people’s lives, businesses and society along the wayInterspersed with the project work, you’ll benefit from structured training that equips you for a long and fulfilling career in the digital world.Working here, your opportunities are virtually limitless, with a wide variety of technical and non-technical career paths open to you. Both our current and our previous managing directors are alumni of our graduate programme.Salary: £45,000 with an average of between £2,250 - £3,000 in profit shareOur graduate timelineMonth 1: Software engineering inductionOur training programme gets you up-to-speed with the skills you need to thrive as a professional digital engineer. You’ll get a grounding in coding, source control, modern technology stacks, and more. You’ll then form a team with your fellow new starters to develop a piece of software, typically for a not-for-profit organisation or to be used within Softwire. Under the guidance of experienced engineers, you’ll learn what it takes to deliver commercial-grade software.The induction includes training in AI-assisted development. You will learn to oversee and refine AI-generated code, reflecting a shift in the coding world from manual creation to high-level oversight. This training ensures you can leverage AI for maximum efficiency while focusing on architectural challenges and client value.Months 2-15: Working on client projectsWith your first project complete, you’ll join one of our teams delivering a client project, usually in our offices but sometimes on a customer site. You’ll get plenty of support throughout, surrounded by helpful colleagues and industry experts to answer all your questions. And with continual peer review of your work, your software engineering skills will quickly rise to new levels. Alongside your project work, you’ll continue to attend our in-house training programme . This industry-leading course lasts six weeks in total, spread over 12 months. It broadens your knowledge in key aspects of professional software engineering, including:System designDevelopment methodologiesAdditional technologiesYou will move beyond simply doing what is asked; you will advise clients on the best course of action using your domain knowledge. As AI handles more of the routine coding, your role will focus on architectural oversight and strategic partnership.Month 16 and beyond: Choose your career pathWe continue to invest in your development and promote from within. Many of our senior staff joined as graduates and have followed a range of career paths. And, as the individuals we’ve highlighted below show, you’ll quickly get opportunities to take on added responsibility. You might decide you love leading project delivery. You might enjoy overseeing a technology team. You may find consulting is your passion. You could choose to specialise in areas such as design, or data science and artificial intelligence.The people we are looking forA passion for solving real-world challenges:First and foremost, you’ll get a buzz from building things that make a difference to businesses, people and society. We also want to see passion for coding – any experience you have is a bonusA consultancy mindset:You are genuinely excited about working with customers to solve their problems. You’ll need to be comfortable in new environments, quickly building relationships with new clients to get to the heart of their businesses and their needs. You are confident discussing technical ideas with people with varying degrees of digital literacy, communicating clearly with any audienceA positive, can-do team player:You love pushing the team to greater heights by helping colleagues out wherever you can. You always look to improve yourself and others. Your default answer to a question is ‘yes’, and you make big problems seem smallExtreme STEM skills:We are looking for exceptional logical analysis and reasoning capabilities

Posted 11 days ago

Two-year Graduate Silicon Engineer programme developing AI chip technology through digital design, verification, DFT and physical/layout implementation using industry-standard EDA tools.About the jobStart your engineering career helping build the silicon behind tomorrow’s AI systems. Our two-year Graduate Programme is designed to give you the technical experience, support and responsibility to build a successful career in AI computing.As a Graduate Silicon Engineer, you will gain insight into how sophisticated AI chips are crafted, verified and prepared for manufacture.You will join one of our silicon teams across logical compose and DFT, verification, or layout implementation. Each path gives you hands-on experience with real chip development and industry-standard EDA tools.You will work close to expert engineers who explain the detail, challenge your thinking and help you grow. You will build practical skills in RTL, verification methods, timing, implementation or physical design checks.You do not need to arrive as an authority. We are looking for graduates with strong fundamentals, curiosity and the aim to learn quickly. The Team & CultureGraphcore’s Silicon team turns high-reaching AI compute ideas into manufacturable silicon. Logical design, DFT, verification and physical design work closely with architecture, operations and other engineering teams.You will learn through design reviews, code reviews, technical discussions and practical problem solving. Work is broken into clear tasks, with support available and ownership expected from the start.Decisions are made through evidence, engineering judgement and open challenge. Graduates are encouraged to ask questions, speak up and build confidence by contributing early. What we’re looking forOn track for, or achieved, a degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science or a related subjectTechnical skills in C, C++ or Python, shown through study, projects, hobbies, internships or work experienceInterest in digital design, ASICs, verification, physical design, computer architecture or AI computeMotivation to learn modern silicon design techniques and industry-standard EDA toolsStrong problem-solving skills, collaboration and clear communicationCuriosity, ownership and hunger to learn, not instant expertise BenefitsFlexible working:Balance your work and personal life with greater flexibilityGenerous leave:Take time to rest, recharge and enjoy life outside of workRetirement planning support: Up to 5% matched pensionPhantom equity:Share in Graphcore’s successWorkplace experience:Enjoy thoughtfully designed office spaces for collaboration, with free food and an on-site barista to support your dayPeace of mind protection:Income protection and life assurance to provide financial security for you and your loved onesFlexible benefits:Tailor your benefits package with a choice of additional options, including private medical insurance and dental coverOptional benefits:Dental cover, health cash plan, private medical insurance, cycle to work scheme, give as you earn We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone can do their best work.We’re an equal opportunity employer and recognise that everyone brings different strengths and perspectives. If you need any adjustments during the interview process, just let us know - we’re happy to support you. SponsorshipApplicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship or support visa applications for this role.

Posted 23 days ago

Design and develop modern user interfaces and AI-powered front-end applications for innovative client projects across multiple industries using JavaScript and related technologies.Introduction  Are you passionate about designing and developing User Interfaces?  Would you like to create remarkable user experiences and user interfaces?   If you want to design and develop innovative and intuitive front ends for a wide variety of clients then Cambridge Consultants is the place for you.  Successful candidates can join us between May-October 2026.   There is no deadline for this role, as we recruit on a rolling basis. Once the position is filled, we will close the advert. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.  Your role As a Graduate JavaScript UI developer, you’ll drive all aspects of UI development for a number of products and services for our ambitious, world leading clients. Working within an agile scrum team you will deliver top-notch solutions for our clients that make a real difference to people. Think: therapeutic connected devices that treat brain injury patients. Smart heating systems. Configuration interfaces for networks of wireless robots.  We are looking for individuals who are not only passionate about UI design but also interested in creating AI workflows and intelligent agents. This role offers the opportunity to combine cutting-edge UI development with AI-driven automation and agent-based solutions. You will get to work with teams of software engineers, front-end developers, user experience and service designers, mathematicians, tests engineers and DevOps specialists. There is no single technology stack, as we will use whatever tool best fits each project, but you can expect to encounter Typescript, Swift, Python; LangChain, TensorFlow and BMad; Gitlab CI.  You will work with other front end developers, UI and UX designers, and technical leaders to grow our capability in excellent UI development, tools, processes and techniques.    What you’ll be doing  Design and build data visualisations and to deliver ambitious and creative solutions for projects  Work as a part of our team to plan and deliver top-notch digital services that help our clients achieve their goals  Stay up-to-date with the latest UI development trends, AI tools and frameworks (e.g., LangChain, TensorFlow, or similar), and best practices to help solve real-world problems for our clients   What you’ll experience while you’re with us As part of your journey here and to support your growth, you’ll have access to:A variety of projects across multiple industries, keeping your day-to-day both diverse and engaging A mentoring and training package shaped around your ambitions, helping you grow exactly where you want to The freedom to pick the tools and processes that make sense for your craft. Plenty of opportunities to have fun and build meaningful connections with colleagues along the way  What you can bring We’re looking for applications who:   Are currently pursuing, or have already completed, a relevant degree such as computer science, software engineering or web development, with good academic results.   Have good communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with peers and clients to understand their challenges and present thoughtful solutions.     Have a strong interest in the latest technology trends and eagerness to learn.  Have practical experience building User Interfaces, or a keen interest in the field and some programming experience  

Posted 29 days ago

Design and develop electronic hardware and embedded systems for innovative client projects across industries such as consumer technology, aerospace, telecommunications, and industrial systems.Introduction  We’re looking for Electronics graduates who want to work on real product developments across a range of industries and technologies. You’ll need to be willing to face a challenge and work with a range of different technologies across a variety of tasks. In return we can offer the chance to tackle some of the hardest engineering problems around.  Overview Cambridge Consultants undertakes over 300 technology, design and consulting projects every year. You will have the opportunity to work across the broad range of markets, from Consumer Devices to Industrial Systems, Aerospace and Telecoms. We mentor our graduates to develop their skills and take on increasing responsibility. We’re much more interested in the engineer you can become than the one you are now, and we provide structured mentoring and hands on support to help you grow into a confident and mentor our team to grow them into brilliant technologists. We need people who are enthusiastic about learning, keen to pick up new skills, and can show evidence of a rigorous approach to solving real-world problems. An ability to learn and a determination to grow are more important than the knowledge you already have.   Your responsibilities  With lots of support and guidance from your peers, you will work as part of our technical team on client assignments in multi-disciplinary projects for a wide range of markets. You may work on one or more projects at a time, in a variety of different disciplines and roles.  You will have the chance to interact directly with clients at all phases of projects, from requirements capture and progress updates through delivery to final handover. You will collaborate closely with software, RF, signal processing, mechanical and AI engineers.  What you’ll be doing   Cambridge Consultants works on a wide range of product and system developments for a broad range of clients. We will give you the time, support and opportunities needed to apply your skills confidently and build a reputation as a reliable member of the team. We’ll give you the time and support needed to learn how to apply your skills to client projects and create a solid reputation for yourself as a reliable, safe pair of hands for day-to-day electronic design across a mix of project teams. Your tasks may include: Design and implement systems for a variety of applications and products.  Develop analogue and digital hardware, PCB layouts, and FPGA designs (Verilog/VHDL).  Hands-on testing and debugging in the lab.  Opportunities to gain experience in embedded software (C/C++) and system-level design. What you can bring An excellent degree or PhD in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Physics, or a related subject.  Solid understanding of fundamental electronic theory and principles.  Practical experience through university, work, or personal projects in one or more of:         – Analogue electronics (interfaces, RF, power)        – Digital electronics (processors, DSP, Verilog/VHDL)       – PCB design Enthusiasm for designing things and making them work. Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new challenges.

Posted 29 days ago

Design, simulate, and test RF and electronic systems for innovative products across industries including telecommunications, aerospace, defence, and consumer technology.Introduction  We’re looking for RF & Electronics graduates who want to work on real product developments across a range of industries and technologies with a focus on RF. You’ll need to be willing to face a challenge and work with a range of different technologies across a variety of tasks. In return we can offer the chance to tackle some of the most exciting engineering problems around.  Overview Cambridge Consultants undertakes over 300 technology, design and consulting projects every year. You will have the opportunity to work across the broad range of markets, from Consumer Devices to Industrial Systems, Aerospace, Telecoms and Defence and National Security. We mentor our graduates to develop their skills and take on increasing responsibility.  We’re much more interested in the engineer you can become than the one you are now, and we provide structured mentoring and hands–on support to help you grow into a confident engineer. We need people who are enthusiastic about learning, keen to pick up new skills, and can show evidence of a rigorous approach to solving real-world problems. An ability to learn and a determination to grow are more important than the knowledge you already have.   Your responsibilities  With support and guidance from your peers, you will work as part of our technical team on client assignments in multi-disciplinary projects for a wide range of markets. You may work on one or more projects at a time, in a variety of different disciplines and roles, including RF design, simulation, testing, and measurement. You will have the chance to interact directly with clients at all phases of projects, from requirements capture and progress updates through delivery to final handover. You will collaborate closely with software, RF, signal processing, mechanical and AI engineers You will also have access to our extensive in-house facilities. Should you attend a face-to-face interview, we’ll provide a tour of our labs which support hardware development engineering during your visit.  These include:  Prototype PCB manufacturing facilities, including SMT pick-and-place, vapour-phase reflow and x-ray inspection EMC emissions test facility 5GHz 360° antenna test facility  What you’ll be doing Cambridge Consultants works on a wide range of product and system developments for a broad range of clients. We will give you the time, support and opportunities needed to apply your skills confidently and build a reputation as a reliable member of the team. Your tasks may include:  Field experiments to validate concepts PCB level RF circuit design and laboratory-based design validation of technology such as: RF filters Power amplifiers Oscillators Development of system models Antenna modelling using our sophisticated design tools As required, present designs, results and conclusions Work as part of a close-knit, multi-disciplinary project team focused on delivering design solutions to our clients  What you can bring  We are looking for someone currently studying towards, or recently graduated from, a MEng degree in Electronic Engineering or a closely related discipline, on track to achieve or having achieved a 2.1 or above. We also welcome applications from recent graduates with industrial experience. You will also have: A solid foundation in electronic principles with an RF leaning. Familiarity with RF test equipment (such as spectrum analysers and network analysers). While not essential requirements, we would also be very interested if you have experience with any of the following: Knowledge of RF simulation tools Experience in electronics design and schematic capture  An understanding of RF measurements and lab-based debugging  

Posted 29 days ago

Design and develop embedded systems, electronics, and software solutions for innovative products across industries including robotics, consumer technology, and defence.IntroductionWe’re looking for STEM graduates keen to start making real products for our clients.  You’ll need to be eager to turn your hand to a lot of different tasks and enjoy constantly learning new things.  In return we can offer the chance to tackle some of the hardest engineering problems around, such as novel applications of robotics, collaborating with LEGO to develop LEGO® SMART Play™  and other embedded products, as well as defence and national security projects such as pioneering AI cyberattack response for the UK military.Overview  Cambridge Consultants undertakes over 300 technology, design and consulting projects every year. You will get to work across the broad range of markets, from Consumer Devices to Industrial Systems to Defence and National Security. The Electronics and Software group is a cohesive team of multi-disciplinary experts in everything to do with embedded systems and devices – whether that’s electronics, embedded software, physics, control, communications, security or algorithm design. We’re much more interested in the engineer you can become than the one you are now, and we mentor our team to grow them into brilliant technologists. We need people who are enthusiastic about learning, keen to pick up new skills, and can show evidence of a rigorous approach to solving real-world problems. An ability to learn and a determination to grow are more important than the knowledge you already have.  Your responsibilities With lots of support and guidance from your peers, you will work as part of our technical team on client assignments in multi-disciplinary projects for a wide range of markets. You may work on one or more projects at a time, in a variety of different disciplines and roles. You will work on the design and implementation of systems for a wide range of applications and products. You will have many opportunities to develop your technical design skills for analogue and digital hardware, information engineering, embedded software, control, communications and whole product design. This could include writing software in C for embedded targets, writing SystemVerilog for FPGAs, PCB design and hardware testing. You will have the chance to interact directly with clients at all phases of projects, from requirements capture and progress updates to final handover.  About youWe’re looking for applicants with the following experience or skills: An excellent degree or PhD in general, electrical, electronic or information engineering, computer science or physics. Experience through university, work or home projects in at least one of the following areas, and enthusiasm for learning about the others: PCB designDigital electronics (processors, memory, DSP, Verilog, VHDL) Analogue electronics (general, interfaces, RF, power) Software implementation in C, C++, Rust, or a similar programming language 

Posted 29 days ago

Design and develop innovative electronic systems and products across industries by working on hardware, PCB, FPGA, and embedded engineering projects for global clients.Introduction  We’re looking for Electronics graduates who want to work on real product developments across a range of industries and technologies. You’ll need to be willing to face a challenge and work with a range of different technologies across a variety of tasks. In return we can offer the chance to tackle some of the hardest engineering problems around.  Overview Cambridge Consultants undertakes over 300 technology, design and consulting projects every year. You will have the opportunity to work across the broad range of markets, from Consumer Devices to Industrial Systems, Aerospace, Telecoms and Defence and National Security. We mentor our graduates to develop their skills and take on increasing responsibility. We’re much more interested in the engineer you can become than the one you are now, and we provide structured mentoring and hands on support to help you grow into a confident and mentor our team to grow them into brilliant technologists. We need people who are enthusiastic about learning, keen to pick up new skills, and can show evidence of a rigorous approach to solving real-world problems. An ability to learn and a determination to grow are more important than the knowledge you already have.   Your responsibilities  With lots of support and guidance from your peers, you will work as part of our technical team on client assignments in multi-disciplinary projects for a wide range of markets. You may work on one or more projects at a time, in a variety of different disciplines and roles.  You will have the chance to interact directly with clients at all phases of projects, from requirements capture and progress updates through delivery to final handover. You will collaborate closely with software, RF, signal processing, mechanical and AI engineers.  What you’ll be doing   Cambridge Consultants works on a wide range of product and system developments for a broad range of clients.We will give you the time, support and opportunities needed to apply your skills confidently and build a reputation as a reliable member of the team. We’ll give you the time and support needed to learn how to apply your skills to client projects and create a solid reputation for yourself as a reliable, safe pair of hands for day-to-day electronic design across a mix of project teams. Your tasks may include: Design and implement systems for a variety of applications and products.  Develop analogue and digital hardware, PCB layouts, and FPGA designs (Verilog/VHDL).  Hands-on testing and debugging in the lab.  Opportunities to gain experience in embedded software (C/C++) and system-level design. What you can bring An excellent degree or PhD in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Physics, or a related subject.  Solid understanding of fundamental electronic theory and principles.  Practical experience through university, work, or personal projects in one or more of:         – Analogue electronics (interfaces, RF, power)        – Digital electronics (processors, DSP, Verilog/VHDL)       – PCB design Enthusiasm for designing things and making them work. Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new challenges.

Posted 29 days ago