Graduate Technologist (L'Derry) - June 2027 Start Date

As a Graduate/Trainee Technologist with Kainos, you’ll work on projects that make a real difference to people’s lives.

You’ll start your journey with our AI-first Technologist Academy, building foundations in modern engineering practices, cloud platforms, quality assurance, low-code development, cyber security, and data & AI. After the academy, you’ll join our Early Careers Programme for hands-on experience across different roles, supported by mentors and real project work. You will also continue to develop your technical, professional, and business skills.

Key areas you will gain experience in include:

• Software Engineering: Design, build, and maintain high-quality software solutions using modern programming languages and frameworks.
• Test / QA Engineering: Develop skills in automated and manual testing to ensure quality and reliability.
• Data & AI: Explore how data and AI can transform services, from building data pipelines to applying machine learning and generative AI.
• Low Code: Use low-code platforms to rapidly deliver business solutions.
• Platforms: Gain experience in cloud infrastructure, DevOps, and automation.
• Cyber Security: Learn to build systems protected against Cyber & AI security threats.

Upon completion of the Early Careers Programme, you will have a broad technical foundation and the skills to shape Kainos's future.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to technology solutions that deliver measurable value for customers and users.
• Contribute to the specification, validation, implementation, and operation of technology solutions, gradually taking ownership of more complex work.
• Collaborate with team members to understand problems, define requirements, and contribute to solution design and delivery.
• Learn to use AI-assisted tools responsibly to improve quality and productivity.
• Develop breadth across multiple delivery disciplines while building deeper expertise over time.
• Seek feedback and continuously improve your knowledge and skills.

Minimum Essential Requirements

• Currently studying towards, or obtained within the last 2 years, at least a Level 6 bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject.
• Must have unconditional right to work in the UK and be eligible for UK Security Clearance.
• Familiarity with one or more technology domains (e.g., software development, data, testing, cloud platforms, cyber security, low-code technologies) gained through study, projects, or practical experience.
• Understanding of how technology solutions are designed, built, tested, deployed, and supported.
• Curiosity and a willingness to learn new technologies, tools, and ways of working, including AI-assisted delivery approaches.
• Ability to analyse problems, challenge assumptions, identify key information, and work with others to develop effective solutions.
• Experience using AI-assisted tools to support learning, creativity, or problem-solving.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, seek feedback, share knowledge, and contribute positively.
• Exposure to source control, continuous integration, data processing, cyber security practices, or cloud platforms.

Desirable

• Participation in technology-related activities such as hackathons, competitions, clubs, community initiatives, or open-source projects.

Working Arrangements

• Academy Phase: 5 days per week in the contracted office.
• Post-Academy: Hybrid model with 3 office days per week.
• Availability to attend the office or client sites when required.

Application Information

• Apply Early: High application numbers may lead to early closure.
• Application Process: Two parts – questionnaire and CV upload. Avoid LinkedIn quick apply.
• Closing Date: Friday 23rd October 2026.
• Assessment Centre: W/C Monday 16th – Wednesday 25th November 2026.
• Outcomes Communicated: W/C Monday 30th November 2026.
• Start Date: June 2027.
• Contact: earlycareers@kainos.com