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

This is a 12-month fixed-term Placement role for undergraduate students entering their third year of study, starting in summer 2027. It's part of a sandwich year Placement at Level 6, offering invaluable real-world industry experience.

What You'll Do

As a Placement/Trainee Technologist, you will:

• Start with an AI-first Technologist Academy to build foundations in modern engineering, cloud platforms, quality assurance, low-code development, cyber security, and data & AI.
• Join the Early Careers Programme for hands-on experience across different roles, supported by mentors and real project work.
• Develop technical, professional, and business skills.
• Work across different teams and projects, adapting to a fast-moving environment.

Key Experience Areas:

• Software Engineering: Design, build, and maintain high-quality software solutions.
• Test / QA Engineering: Develop skills in automated and manual testing to ensure quality.
• Data & AI: Explore data and AI applications, including machine learning and generative AI.
• Low Code: Use low-code platforms to deliver business solutions rapidly.
• Platforms: Gain experience in cloud infrastructure, DevOps, and automation.
• Cyber Security: Learn to build secure systems and defend against threats.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to technology solutions that deliver measurable value.
• Contribute to the specification, validation, implementation, and operation of technology solutions.
• Collaborate with team members to understand problems, define requirements, and contribute to solution design.
• Learn to use AI-assisted tools responsibly.
• Develop breadth across multiple delivery disciplines and build deeper expertise.
• Seek feedback and continuously improve knowledge and skills.

Minimum Requirements

• Currently studying towards at least a Level 6 bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject.
• Unconditional right to work in the UK and eligible for UK Security Clearance.
• Familiarity with one or more technology domains (e.g., software development, data, testing, cloud platforms, cyber security, low-code) through study, projects, or practical experience.
• Understanding of the technology delivery lifecycle.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn new technologies and ways of working, including AI-assisted approaches.
• Ability to analyse problems, challenge assumptions, and develop solutions.
• Experience using AI-assisted tools for learning, creativity, or problem-solving.
• Clear and effective communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.
• Exposure to source control, continuous integration, data processing, cyber security practices, or cloud platforms.

Desirable

• Participation in technology-related activities (hackathons, competitions, clubs, etc.).

Working Arrangements

• Initial Academy: 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

• 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.
• Apply early as the role may close sooner due to high application volume.
• Complete the application questionnaire and upload your CV directly via the Kainos Careers website.
• Contact earlycareers@kainos.com for questions.