Join a team that’s reimagining how banks operate through smarter software and human-centred design.
Location: London and Southampton, United Kingdom
Type: Full-time, Hybrid
Salary (£): Competitive
About Engine by Starling
Engine by Starling isn’t your typical tech company. They’re the team behind Starling Bank’s award-winning technology, now delivering it as a software-as-a-service platform to banks and financial institutions worldwide. Their mission is to make banking simpler, smarter, and more human. They believe great ideas can come from anywhere, and their engineers get hands-on experience solving real problems from day one. Collaboration, curiosity, and ownership define how they work, whether in the office or remotely.
Job details
Benefits
- 33 days holiday: Includes public holidays you can take when it suits you.
- Birthday leave: An extra paid day off to celebrate.
- Flexible leave options: Buy or sell up to five additional days off each year.
- Health and wellbeing: Private medical cover, life insurance, and access to VitalityHealth perks.
- Financial security: Enhanced pension scheme and income protection.
- Family support: Generous family-friendly policies and adoption assistance.
- Professional growth: Learn directly from experienced engineers in a supportive team.
- Volunteering time: 16 paid hours yearly to give back to causes you care about.
Requirements
- A recent graduate or on track to complete studies by summer 2026.
- A genuine interest in software engineering and problem-solving.
- Demonstrated ability to write clean, efficient code.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Curious, open to feedback, and eager to learn.
- Eligible to work full-time in the UK from September 2026.
- Some familiarity with languages such as Java, Kotlin, or JavaScript is an advantage.
Salary Details
A competitive graduate salary plus access to performance incentives and development bonuses.
About the Role
As a Graduate Software Engineer, you’ll be part of a team building technology that’s reshaping the banking industry. You’ll work on real projects from day one, learning how to design, build, and improve scalable systems. You’ll help create tools used by banks globally, ensuring secure, fast, and reliable performance. It’s a chance to grow your technical expertise while working with modern tools like Docker, Kubernetes, and AWS. Every feature you help develop contributes to better digital experiences for millions of banking customers worldwide.
Key Responsibilities
- Build new features: Develop and improve core banking software that drives real change.
- Collaborate cross-functionally: Work closely with product and design teams to create user-friendly solutions.
- Solve problems creatively: Apply analytical thinking to tackle complex engineering challenges.
- Contribute to innovation: Share ideas that make the platform faster, more efficient, and more secure.
- Learn continuously: Participate in team reviews, feedback sessions, and peer programming.
Each contribution you make strengthens the backbone of global digital banking.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
A background check may be required as part of the recruitment process.
Certificate of Sponsorship
This role is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Visa route. Candidates requiring sponsorship will be considered under the official UK Government Certificate of Sponsorship guidelines.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Engine by Starling is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. They welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Employer Details
- Company Name: Engine by Starling
- Address: London and Southampton, United Kingdom
- Contact: careers@starlingbank.com
Reference Number: ENG-GRAD-1025
How To Apply
If you’re ready to kick-start your tech career in an environment that values curiosity and innovation, submit your application today. The deadline is approaching fast, so don’t wait to get started.
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