Graduate Trainee - Engineering

NatWest's Software and Data Engineers are central to innovation, creating cutting-edge solutions for millions of customers. They enhance mobile apps, use AI for personalised experiences, and simplify core systems.

You'll join our Digital X or Customer Operations teams, focusing on:

• Disciplined growth: Driving digital transformation and customer-centric design.
• Simplification and agility: Modernising platforms and streamlining operations.
• Security and resilience: Implementing cutting-edge fraud prevention and risk management.

The goal is to build a smarter, safer, and more personalised banking experience using data, AI, and bold ideas.

Your Graduate Journey

This 12-month programme is designed to help you thrive, immersing you in real projects with expert support.

• Immersive Bootcamp (3 months): Includes a self-led learning pathway, live projects, hackathons, and expert-led sessions.
• Live Projects (9 months): Work on projects that shape the future of banking and gain experience in your assigned team.
• Engineering Lifecycle Exposure: Gain full exposure to the engineering development lifecycle, from coding and testing to deployment, using modern AI-assisted tools.
• Agile Methodologies: Acquire hands-on experience with Agile practices.
• Industry Certifications: Opportunities to earn recognised certifications.
• Support System: Receive support from a dedicated line manager, graduate buddy, and mentor.
• Networking: Participate in Employee-Led Networks, Graduate Councils, and Working Parties.
• AI Technologies: Develop experience with emerging AI, learning to collaborate with AI tools while applying human judgment.

Upon successful completion of the programme and assessments, you'll be supported into a permanent Engineering role.

Benefits

• Starting Salary: £52,000
• Flexible Benefits Package
• Learning: Through the NatWest Group Technology Academy.
• Exposure: To global engineering teams.
• Professional Development: Grow your network, build confidence, and elevate your professional presence.
• Mentorship: Learn from industry experts and apply knowledge from day one.
• Skill Development: Strengthen analytical thinking, problem-solving, data literacy, and decision-making capabilities.
• Personal Growth: Develop resilience, confidence, and a strong sense of ownership.
• Purpose-Driven Work: Experience working in an organisation tackling real-world challenges.

Entry Requirements

• A 2:1 degree in a STEM subject, or be on course to achieve one.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to explain complex problems.
• A curious, logical mindset with a passion for problem-solving and exploring new technologies, including AI.
• Confidence working with data, statistics, and evidence-based decision making.
• A flexible attitude, comfortable with change, ambiguity, and continuous learning.
• A drive to learn, grow, and make a real impact.