Software Engineer

Join our Ex-Forces Programme and launch an exciting, fast-paced career in Software Engineering with a major blue-chip client in the banking industry.

Locations include Bristol, Leeds, Halifax and Edinburgh.

We are looking for motivated Ex-Forces and Blue Light personnel seeking a second career in IT and Innovation.

Our Ex-Forces Programme is designed specifically for people looking to transition from the services into a new career in technology consultancy. We fully understand the skills and experience of those who have served in HM Forces and Blue Light Services, and how they can be transferred to the corporate world.

So, get ready to go beyond the forces and start making a difference in your next career.

From new product development to technology modernisation, quality engineering and application support, our agile ways of working help clients co-deliver critical architecture and software solutions across all stages of the application lifecycle.

You’ll be joining FDM as a Consultant within the Software Engineering Practice. You will deliver projects for our client, with the opportunity to take on the role of Software Engineer, Dev Ops Engineer, and Cloud Platform Engineer. You'll have the chance to develop your career, whether linear or non-linear, as our Skills Lab offers numerous upskilling opportunities to enhance your abilities or explore new areas.

The FDM Ex-Forces Programme

Since 2014, FDM’s Ex-Forces Programme has provided a next step for over 1,000 people globally, offering opportunities for ex-forces personnel from all ranks across the three services. No university degree required.

Delivering industry recognised coaching, our Ex-Forces programme provides a soft landing into a meaningful second career as an FDM Consultant with renowned businesses, and in an ever-growing industry.

We are a business and technology consultancy that services the industry across five core specialisms. Each of our Practices provides our consultants with a career path best suited to their experience, skill set and aptitude. Enabling you to develop and build a successful second career.

About You

Where ambition meets opportunity

At FDM, we find driven people from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to your continuous growth, we offer a non-linear career journey with our Skills Lab helping guide you to the future you want.

Your skillsets will grow. Clients will value your increased expertise. And your career will thrive exponentially.

Minimum qualifications

• Previous career in the military, blue light services or as a serving reservist
• Strong teamwork, communication and organisational skills
• A keen interest in business and technology
• Competence in Microsoft Office applications
• Commitment to at least two years of full-time employment with FDM
• The right to work in the UK

Why join us?

• Salary dependent on experience
• Support from the Ex-Forces network within FDM
• Two days per annum allocated to support military charities of your choice
• Career coaching, mentoring and access to upskilling throughout your entire FDM career
• Initial upskilling pre-assignment that has been accredited by TechSkills
• ISQTB recognised coaching through TechUK accredited SkillsLab for all successful applicants
• Access to the Buy As You Earn share scheme

About Us

We are a business and technology consultancy and one of the UK's leading graduate employers, recruiting the brightest talent to become the innovators of tomorrow. We have centres across Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific, and a global workforce of over 4,000 Consultants. FDM has shown exponential growth throughout the years, firmly establishing itself as an award-winning employer and is listed on the FTSE4Good Index.

Diversity and Inclusion

FDM Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, provincial or local laws.