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Software Developer Placement (13 months)

Salary:  £24,500 per annum
Location:  Stevenage, United Kingdom
Location flexibility:  4 office days / week
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Job Description

Job Description:

Start date: 19 July 2027

Location: Stevenage

Duration : 13 months

Applications close on 27 September 2026 !

We love your interest in joining Airbus! There is no limit on the number of positions you can apply for, however, please be aware that you can only progress in the selection process for one position at a time . We recommend reviewing all available opportunities and applying to those that best match your experience and aspirations.

AI Guidance: We know you might be thinking about using AI to help you in your application - before you do, please read our guidelines on the use of AI for recruitment at Airbus https://www.airbus.com/en/careers/faqs#using-ai-in-your-application .

Benefits:

Salary: £24,500

37 hours per week // Flexible working hours // Hybrid working options available depending on the role // Half day Fridays!* // 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

*subject to completing full hours prior to this

About us:

The Database Architecture team in Stevenage helps power cutting-edge space programmes for premier customers like the European Space Agency (ESA) and leading commercial satellite providers.

Our team delivers essential data and software solutions across the entire lifecycle of major space missions-from ESA flagship programmes like the Vigil, Aeolus 2, Forum, the ExoMars Rover and Biomass to commercial projects like OneSAT. As an intern, you will apply your software development and data management skills directly to these high-impact technical solutions. You’ll be joining a passionate, collaborative group of technical experts who are dedicated to solving complex space engineering challenges-and excited to support your personal and professional growth.

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What you will be doing:


As a Database Architecture team Intern, you will gain hands-on, end-to-end experience building data management software for active space programmes. In this role, you will:
  • Drive End-to-End Solutions: Help analyze spacecraft engineering use cases, build prototype software, and carry projects through to final testing and delivery.
  • Tackle Diverse Challenges: Work on varied tasks that build your technical, project management, and communication skills.
  • Collaborate in an Inclusive Team: Bring your unique perspective to a diverse group that values creative problem-solving and flexible ways of working.
  • Uphold High Standards: Maintain ethical compliance and act with integrity, supporting our commitment to sustainable growth and excellence.

Requirements:

Our placements are open to Undergraduates only . Therefore it is mandatory for candidates to be an undergraduate for the whole duration of the placement. Please inform your graduation date on your application.

*Your application should include a CV along with a Cover Letter outlining your motivation and suitability for the role.*

Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the following:

  • Studying towards a Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology or related field;
  • Experience with Java programming (Java 11 preferred);
  • Experience of working with database technology (non-relational preferred e.g. MongoDB);
  • Knowledge of Github (willing to present their published github);

Desirable:

  • Intellij;
  • Linux,Scripting (bash, Python);
  • Scrum/Agile;
  • Container orchestration (Kubernetes, Docker);
  • Continuous Integration;
  • Front End Development (e.g. Angular, React);
  • Web API framework (e.g. Spring boot / Rest API);
  • Web/GUI development (UI/UX, HTML, CSS, Javascript/Typescript);
  • SQL, PL/SQL;
  • Subversion;
  • Microsoft Access database;
  • Jenkins.

In addition to demonstrating the following:

  • The ability to listen, understand and communicate information;
  • The desire to work in a technical team environment;
  • A strong interest in developing yourself;
  • Interest in finding creative solutions to complex problems;
  • Able to make decisions based on evidence;
  • The desire to work in an open and trusting environment.

This Job Request will be allocated to the projected Joint-Venture scope towards a leading European player in space.

SECURITY CLEARANCE: You will be subject to a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) check. You may also need to gain UK SC-level Security Clearance or Export Control, depending on the role.

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Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments to allow you to access and participate fully in the recruitment process. If you wish to discuss this further please contact us. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:
AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited

Employment Type:
Internship
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Experience Level:
Student

Job Family:
Support to Management

By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus.
Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to emsom@airbus.com .

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

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