Graduate Software Engineer - AI in Reading

Start your software engineering career where AI is changing how developers build. Join a Reading-based technology team, use AI-assisted coding on real projects, and develop modern development skills with plenty of room to grow.

The Company
Based in Reading, this growing technology business combines software development, AI, cyber security and managed IT under one team. You will work alongside engineers who build bespoke applications, automation and applied AI for demanding sectors including defence, aerospace, engineering and finance. The team values practical problem-solving, security and reliability, giving graduates the chance to learn from people working on real client technology.

The Role
As a Graduate Software Engineer, you will help build and improve real applications while learning how modern development teams use AI responsibly to work faster and smarter. You will have the opportunity to develop across the full software development lifecycle, strengthening your coding, debugging, testing and problem-solving skills. The core stack includes PHP, Laravel and React, but your existing programming language is less important than your curiosity and willingness to learn. AI-assisted coding experience is ideal, and you will have plenty of room to grow as a software engineer.

• Build and enhance applications using PHP, Laravel, React and modern development practices.
• Use AI-assisted coding tools to accelerate development while reviewing and validating generated code.
• Write, test and debug clean, maintainable software across real client projects.
• Support API integrations, databases and front-end features as your technical skills develop.
• Collaborate with experienced engineers to solve problems and improve software quality.
• Learn new technologies and development approaches through hands-on project experience.

Benefits and Perks

You will join a hands-on engineering environment where you can learn directly from experienced technical professionals and build skills through real software projects.

• £30,000–£35,000 starting salary.
• Hands-on experience developing software and AI-enabled solutions for real organisations.
• Exposure to modern web technologies including PHP, Laravel and React.
• Opportunity to develop practical AI-assisted coding skills in a professional engineering environment.
• Career development and room to grow as your technical capabilities expand.

Requirements
We are looking for a forward-thinking graduate who enjoys solving problems and learning by doing.

Must-Have

• 2:1 degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Software Engineering or similar.
• Practical programming experience through university work, projects, placements, or personal development.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn.

Nice-to-Have

• Experience with AI-assisted coding tools such as GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT or similar platforms.
• Exposure to PHP, Laravel, React, JavaScript, APIs, databases or web development.

Apply now

If you are excited by software engineering, curious about AI-assisted coding, and ready to build technology that solves real problems, apply today and start your development career.