Graduate Software Engineer 2026

Kings Hill, Kent

Full-time

Permanent employee

28,500 - 30,000 £ per year

Position Overview

Graduate Software Engineer
Kings Hill, Kent | Launch Your Software Engineering Career

Ready to turn your degree into a career?
Join RDT Limited as a Graduate Software Engineer and work on innovative software solutions that make a real impact. You'll collaborate with experienced engineers, develop your technical skills, and contribute to exciting projects using modern technologies from day one.

Key Responsibilities

Working as part of a talented development team, you'll:

Design, build and enhance software applications
Work with modern technologies, cloud platforms and development tools
Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, performance and security standards are met
Conduct thorough testing and debugging of software to ensure functionality and stability
Collaborate with product managers, designers and other engineers to deliver high quality products
Create and maintain detailed technical documentation for software applications and processes
Contribute to the continuous improvement of software development methodologies and practices within the team

Technical Skills & Requirements

What We're Looking For

Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as C#, Java, Python or JavaScript – or other object-orientated language
Understanding of software development principles, algorithms, data structures, and design patterns
Experience working on software projects, either academic or personal, demonstrating practical application of programming skills.
Knowledge of development tools and environments such as Git, Docker, Jenkins, Azure Devops or JIRA.
Appreciation of modern cloud technologies to support software deployment (eg. Azure, AWS), with an understanding of core concepts such as scalability, security and reliability
Experience with, or a willingness to learn, Microsoft Blazor for building modern web applications using C# and .NET
Familiarity with Agile development practices and principles.
Appreciation of current AI technologies and practical experience using AI-assisted tools to support software development, problem solving, or learning – with an understanding of the need to review, validate and use AI outputs responsibly

Competency Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
Strong analytical and problem- solving abilities with an attention to detail
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey technical information
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-orientated environment and adapt to changing priorities and requirements
Enthusiasm for learning new technologies and staying current with industry advancements

Benefits & Opportunities

Comprehensive onboarding process and ongoing mentorship to help you grow and succeed in your role.
Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development through workshops, seminars, and conferences.
Working on cutting-edge software projects
A supportive and inclusive work environment that fosters collaboration, creativity, and innovation.
Clear career progression paths and opportunities for advancement within the company.
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and more.

Company Overview

We are a forward-thinking technology company dedicated to creating innovative software solutions that solve real-world problems. Our team is composed of talented professionals who are passionate about technology and committed to excellence and we are looking for individuals who share our vision and values.

How To Apply

If you are excited about this opportunity and meet the requirements, we would love to hear from you. Please email your CV and any relevant project work or portfolio links to talent@rdt.co.uk.
Join us and be a part of a team that is shaping the future of technology.
Closing date for applications Friday 17 July 2026