Graduate Software Engineer - Ai & Cyber-Securty in Kent

We are looking for a dynamic and motivated Graduate Software Engineer to join our engineering team on an initial 12-month fixed-term graduate scheme with the aim of retaining them after this period. This is an entry-level opportunity for someone at the start of their software engineering career who is keen to develop practical engineering skills while contributing to real product development, issue resolution, and technical improvement initiatives.

Working closely with senior engineers, you will support software development activities across analysis, design, development, documentation, testing, and release support. The role is designed to help balance engineering workload while bringing in fresh perspectives, particularly around AI, cybersecurity, automation, and modern software practices. This position is ideal for a graduate who is curious, collaborative, security-conscious, and eager to learn in a hands-on technical environment.

We are seeking someone who is enthusiastic about technology and eager to grow into a professional software engineering role.

• A degree or equivalent qualification in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, AI, Data Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Foundational knowledge of software development principles and programming concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with engineers, product teams, and other stakeholders.
• A willingness to learn, seek feedback, and apply guidance from senior team members.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Exposure to AI tools, machine learning concepts, or automation frameworks.
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles, secure coding, vulnerability management, or data privacy.
• Experience using version control tools such as Git.
• Familiarity with software testing, debugging, or issue-tracking tools.
• Understanding of software development lifecycles, Agile working, or DevOps practices.
• Experience with cloud platforms, APIs, databases, or hardware/software integration would be beneficial.

• Support routine software development tasks, including analysis, design, coding, documentation, testing, and debugging.
• Work under the guidance of senior engineers to deliver assigned development tasks in line with agreed standards and timelines.
• Assist with diagnosing, investigating, and resolving customer or product issues.
• Contribute to software and hardware product releases, updates, and maintenance activities.
• Support product evolution through accurate documentation, change management, and technical knowledge sharing.
• Learn and apply core software engineering principles, coding standards, quality processes, and secure development practices.
• Help maintain technical and design knowledge across the team and contribute to peer learning where appropriate.
• Uphold high standards of quality, security, privacy, and reliability in all engineering activities.
• Participate in process, tooling, and workflow improvements, with a particular focus on opportunities involving AI-enabled tools, automation, and cybersecurity best practice.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements, communicate progress, and support continuous improvement.

• We value your growth: With a wide range of online learning opportunities and internal mobility, you’ll have the tools and support to advance your career.
• Autonomy and balance: Our culture is built on trust, offering you autonomy in your role while promoting a healthy work-life balance and benefiting from a supportive and collaborative environment.
• Wellbeing at the heart: Whether it’s our products for customers or how we care for our team, wellbeing is our top priority. We offer a dedicated Wellbeing Day every year and all employees can take advantage of our weekly Empower Hour for wellbeing, community, or learning activities.
• A company you can trust: With over 100 years of history, we’re a stable, family-owned Finnish company growing across our international locations.

At Helvar, we are committed to creating a workplace that promotes a culture of respect, and opportunity for all. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other characteristic protected by law. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that each individual brings to our team and encourage everyone to apply. If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to get in touch.