Latest Job Updates – June 2025
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Tesco, a global leader in retail technology, is hiring a Graduate Software Development Engineer to join its Technology Software Engineering graduate programme starting September 2025. Based in Welwyn Garden City or London (hybrid work model), this full-time entry-level position suits recent graduates (2:2 degree or above) with a passion for coding and large-scale systems. Gain early exposure to front- and back-end development, R&D through Tesco Labs, and agile work culture.
🔹 Job Overview
- Role: Graduate Software Development Engineer
- Company: Tesco Ltd.
- Location: Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire & Farringdon, London (Hybrid)
- Experience Required: Graduate (0–1 year)
- Education: Undergraduate degree (min 2:2 in any discipline)
- Salary: £40,000 (UK)
- Slug: graduate-software-development-engineer-tesco-2025
🔹 Job Description
As a Graduate Software Development Engineer at Tesco, you will:
- Rotate across front-end, back-end, and R&D teams (including Tesco Labs) to build customer-facing applications and internal services
- Learn agile methodologies, secure coding, test automation, and large-scale system architecture
- Collaborate with product managers and engineers to deliver impactful solutions
- Apply principles of data protection and performance optimization in real-world use cases
- Conclude with team rotations and projects that position you as a future technology leader
🔹 Candidate Profile
Key Skills:
- Quality coding in modern languages (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript)
- Understanding of system design & architecture principles
- Familiarity with agile processes and test-driven development
- Strong communication and collaboration mindset
Preferred Profile:
- Graduated with at least a 2:2 degree in any discipline
- Demonstrated interest in software via projects, internships, or coding
- Eager to learn, innovate, and grow in a fast-paced tech environment
- Collaborative team player with analytical thinking skills
🔹 About Tesco
Tesco is the UK’s largest retailer, serving millions of customers daily. Its Technology team of over 5,000 experts across multiple countries builds scalable, secure, and innovative IT systems—ranging from customer platforms to in‑store infrastructure. Working at Tesco means being part of transformative projects and a culture committed to sustainability, diversity, and career development.
🔹 How to Apply
- Tailor your resume to highlight academic projects or internships involving software development
- Emphasize coding quality, system-thinking, and teamwork
- Prepare for application and assessment centre: coding tasks, scenario-based questions, and behavioural interviews (based on Tesco values)