Introduction We’re seeking bright, curious graduates who are passionate about software and excited by how technology can solve real problems. Join our Software and Electronics Department and contribute to projects spanning the consumer, energy, industrial, and defence & security sectors. You’ll get hands-on experience with a range of technologies aligned to your skills and interests, helping to tackle and solve real challenges for our clients. Successful candidates can join us between May – October 2026. There is no deadline for this role, as we recruit on a rolling basis. Once the position is filled, we will close the advert. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. What you’ll be doing Day to day you will be working in a team with colleagues and clients, learning from experienced engineers to design, develop and debug software of all descriptions. This may range from web applications to embedded software, protocols and machine control. You will also have the opportunity to collaborate on research projects and participate in STEM outreach activities with schools. You could be working on projects like: Satellite communications – used in humanitarian relief efforts, wildlife conservation and more Wireless control of high-speed warehouse robots Robotics – autonomous navigation in crowded environments Cutting-edge wearables and audio devices Beam 5G from the stratosphere with the world’s largest commercial airborne antenna Unfortunately, we can’t talk about some of our clients until you join us, but you could be developing the next breakthrough product for brands you use every day. What you can bring You are a university graduate, studying for any STEM degree and with good academic results. You have experience of programming, and you enjoy learning new things and solving interesting problems. You have a keen interest in software engineering You have good knowledge of at least one of the following programming languages. (C, C++, Rust, Python). Knowledge of and a willingness to learn other programming languages. Some projects at Cambridge Consultants are subject to security restrictions. This role requires you to obtain a Security Check level security clearance ( https://www.gov.uk/guidance/united-kingdom-security-vetting-applicant ). You must be able to work in the UK without restrictions in accordance with UK National Law and be prepared to successfully undertake an appropriate level of UK National Security Vetting according to UK Government National Security Vetting criteria. We welcome applications from recent graduates with industrial experience, final year students and graduates with relevant academic course or research experience. We are looking for excellence and are as interested in your skills and ability to learn quickly as we are in your experience. Along with your CV, please describe why you are attracted to this position, what you feel you offer Cambridge Consultants, and any achievements that you are particularly proud of. We are especially interested to hear about any software, electronics or engineering projects you have done, for a hobby, for work or for university.