Industrial Placement Software Engineer

Leonardo Southampton, England, United Kingdom

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Our Industrial Placement Programme offers you the chance to spend a year with us, working on meaningful projects alongside subject matter experts, within multidisciplinary teams, and across the product lifecycle. You’ll receive a salary of £25,000, with coaching and support from a dedicated team to help you achieve both your placement objectives and personal development goals. Successful completion of an Industrial Placement with Leonardo may also lead to an offer on our Graduate Development Programme.

During your placement, we encourage you to spend at least three days each week on site to integrate with your team and maximise your learning experience.

You will work with highly skilled professionals who are passionate about designing and developing cutting edge technology for a worldwide market. You will report to an experienced Software Engineer who will provide day to day guidance and on-the-job training. You will be introduced to software development processes and utilise state-of-the-art methods, technology and tools. You will gain experience across the software development lifecycle, which could include applied research, requirements analysis, design, implementation, integration, and test.

Emphasis is placed on learning practical skills not easily gained in a university setting.

• You will have some experience of computer programming
• You should be enthusiastic and passionate about designing software and writing code
• Experience with an object-oriented programming language (e.g., Java, C++, C# or JavaScript) and knowledge of UML is an advantage but not essential
• A full statement of courses and projects studied at university and corresponding grades/marks/percentage should be included in your CV
• Applications are also welcomed from candidates who have completed a first degree and are looking to gain industrial experience prior to commencing a relevant higher degree (e.g., PhD, MSc)

This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, including meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information visit the Leonardo careers site.

At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you’re looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.

• Time to recharge: generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year
• Secure your future: pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution
• Your wellbeing matters: mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity
• Tailored perks: flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more

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Location:

GB - Southampton

Contract Type:
Fixed term

Hybrid Working:
Hybrid