Software Engineering Graduate Jobs in Reading

Work as a Graduate Consultant delivering digital transformation, DevOps, cloud, and AI-focused consulting projects while helping clients solve complex business and technology challenges.The Role Working as part of our highly skilled consultancy team, you will deliver complex client projects that drive real business outcomes. This can include transformation programmes, technology modernisation and optimisation, and ways of working overhauls, alongside internal projects that strengthen our own capabilities.This is a diverse, fast-paced role that calls for broad technical knowledge, strong problem-solving, and the ability to pick up new skills quickly.Responsibilities and Duties: Consulting DeliveryDelivers billable consulting services focused on client outcomes.Establishes client requirements and sees them through from implementation to outcome realisation, contributing across the full project life cycle.Applies technical knowledge to solve challenging problems, building functional and solution-design skills through hands-on implementation.Contributes to internal activities that improve our processes, and undertakes research and experimentation into emerging technologies.As knowledge grows, supports pre-sales opportunities – such as delivering demos – to help win new business. Communication and Client RelationshipsDemonstrates strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to ensure delivery excellence on client projects.Asks the right questions to understand what a client needs, and builds rapport with clients and colleagues.Develops client-relationship and expectation-management skills by working independently with clients.Communicates effectively with colleagues internally.Maintains a clear understanding of the business objectives behind the projects and programmes they are assigned to.Demonstrates influence towards positive outcomes, both internally and with clients.Essential Nice to haveExperience using at least two of the following programming languages; Java, JavaScript, Python, C, C#, C++, and MatlabA relevant and strong degree within a STEM based subject, 2:1 minimum.Experience with DevOps or Cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP, Jenkins)Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to deliver to strict deadlines.An interest in AI and data, and how emerging technologies can be applied to solve client problems.The passion to learn new skills and procedures in order to be an effective member of the team.An awareness of stakeholder management and the commercial aspects of delivering consulting services.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a structured approach to tackling unfamiliar challenges.Exposure to cloud or DevOps concepts through study, side projects or internships.Why us?We know that here at Automation Consultants, our team members are the best in the industry. So, we do everything we can to take care of them. We offer ongoing training and professional development, tailored to the individual’s ambitions, as well as creating a team that learn from one another. We offer challenging projects within a supportive team and believe that your skills should always be growing. Salary and Benefits:  £30,000 - £35,000 Per Annum 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)Private HealthcareDental insurance Enhanced Maternity & Paternity plans.Pension SchemeDedicated ongoing training plan and budget.Flexible working hours and environment Access to the Electric Car SchemeAutomation Consultant’s Cycle to Work SchemeTop Spec Machine and access to virtual test labOnsite gym, showers, yoga lessons and more.Regular company-wide events, team social events, including Hackathons and competitions.  About usAutomation Consultants is a leading agile and DevOps consultancy with a complementary software arm. Our consultancy services dedicated to improving our customers’ business performance through digital and agile transformation and automation of software development processes. Our software, which is sold under the AppFox name, complements these services. We are specialists in Atlassian and AWS, delivering industry-recognised automation solutions, software and managed services. Our customers range from start-ups to global organisations.

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This Level 4 apprenticeship combines day or block release college studies with practical training to master 2D and 3D CAD/BIM software, creating detailed technical models for major water infrastructure projects.Your role:As a Level 4 Apprentice Digital Designer/CAD Technician within our Digital Design team in Reading, you will collaborate with skilled Technicians and Engineers on challenging and rewarding major water projects. You'll master the use of industry-leading 3D and 2D software like Civil 3D and Revit, developing your CAD proficiency.Within our Water division, you'll join a diverse team of Engineers and Modellers. You will learn to utilise CAD software to produce drawings for vital infrastructure projects, contributing to innovative and sustainable water solutions for our communities.Your work will involve creating site layout/location plans and developing 3D models of civil engineering structures, such as manholes, pumping stations, and treatment works. You'll collaborate with other disciplines, including mechanical and electrical engineers, to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality project solutions.We offer a modern and supportive work environment, empowering you to excel in your career. We are committed to your professional growth and provide opportunities to deliver exceptional work.Duties will include:Assist in the preparation of project drawings and BIM models, understanding, interpreting, and implementing local client CAD standards and BIM data requirements.Collaborate with engineers, consultants and technicians from multiple disciplinesLearn to ensure compliance with Health and Safety and apply safe systems of work, including the CDM RegulationsContribute to the minimisation of the environmental impact of construction projectsControl the quality of worksEnsure compliance with equality, diversity and inclusion and ethical standardsThis apprenticeship will enable you to learn whilst you earn as you study for an academic qualification. You will gain a Level 4 Civil Engineering Senior Technician Apprenticeship by attending either Leeds School of Building (block release), or South Thames College Group (day release). This will be discussed further during the recruitment process.About youQualifications:For our Level 4 apprenticeship you will need:GCSEs: At least 5 GCSEs with a grade of 4 to 5 (C) or above in Maths and English Language. Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths are also accepted. You must fulfil our GCSE entry requirements as well as one of the requirements listed below:UCAS tariff points: 96 points minimum.A level: CCC, including mathematics at grade C or above and one other analytical subject (also with a grade C)Analytical subjects can include physics, biology/human biology, chemistry, computer science, further mathematics and design and technology. ( Analytical subject MUST be physics for entry into South Thames College Group )BTEC (Level 3) Extended Diploma: MMM; must include a Merit or above in Mathematics and Further Mathematics in Construction Units. Accepted courses: Engineering or Construction and Built Environment.Other equivalent qualifications may be considered.We also look for someone who is:An Adapter - You're able to remain calm in new and changing situations, comfortably switching between a variety of dynamic and exciting tasks.A Perseverer - You stay composed in the face of setbacks, approaching challenges with confidence and determination.A Collaborator - You work effectively with lots of different people, considering others’ perspectives to shape better outcomes.A Problem-Solver - You love to give your thoughts based on what you see, being unafraid to challenge conventional thinking.Please note, we ask our Apprentices to come into the office 4 days per week, to ensure that colleagues are able to provide the appropriate level of support.What we can offer you:A competitive salaryPrivate medical insuranceA range of benefits, including holiday buy and sell, group income protection and life assurancePermanent employment contract to demonstrate our commitment to your long-term career at StantecProfessional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered with a relevant professional bodyAbout StantecThe Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities.Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients’ vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today’s challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities.Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.

Posted 19 days ago

This agile and DevOps graduate consultancy scheme focuses on corporate systems optimization and infrastructure deployment, training graduates to execute complex data migrations, software upgrades, and automated performance testing across Atlassian and AWS ecosystems.Your missionThe Role Working as part of our highly skilled consultancy team, you will work through complex client projects, including data migrations, software upgrades and performance testing, as well as conducting internal projects. This is a diverse and fast-paced role that requires wide technical knowledge, the ability to problem solve and adopt new technical skills quickly. Responsibilities and Duties: Consulting DeliveryDelivers billable consulting services.Participates in the full project life cycle, taking ideas from concept through full deployment.Uses technical competence and implementation experience to develop functional and technical solution skills.  Customer ManagementDevelops customer relationship and expectation management skills by independently working with customers. Communicates effectively with team members both internally and with customers. Ensures a solid understanding of business objectives associated with projects and/or programs to which they are assigned. Demonstrates influence towards positive outcomes, internally and externally with customers.Qualifications and Skills: EssentialNice to haveExperience using at least two of the following programming languages; Java, JavaScript, Python, C, C#, C++, and MatlabExperience of Atlassian software and AWSA relevant and strong degree within a STEM based subject, 2:1 minimum.Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to deliver to strict deadlines.The passion to learn new skills and procedures in order to be an effective member of the team.A knowledge of and interest in the software development lifecycle Why us?Salary and Benefits:  £30,000 - £35,000 Per Annum33 days holiday (including bank holidays)Private HealthcareDental insurance Enhanced Maternity & Paternity plans.Pension SchemeDedicated ongoing training plan and budget.Flexible working hours and environment Access to the Electric Car SchemeAutomation Consultant’s Cycle to Work SchemeTop Spec Machine and access to virtual test labOnsite gym, showers, yoga lessons and more.Regular company-wide events, team social events, including Hackathons and competitions.  We know that here at Automation Consultants, our team members are the best in the industry. So, we do everything we can to take care of them. We offer ongoing training and professional development, tailored to the individual’s ambitions, as well as creating a team that learn from one another. We offer challenging projects within a supportive team and believe that your skills should always be growing.About usAutomation Consultants is a leading agile and DevOps consultancy with a complementary software arm. Our consultancy services dedicated to improving our customers’ business performance through digital and agile transformation and automation of software development processes. Our software, which is sold under the AppFox name, complements these services. We are specialists in Atlassian and AWS, delivering industry-recognised automation solutions, software and managed services. Our customers range from start-ups to global organisations.

Posted 29 days ago