Software Engineer I - NextGen

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Software Engineer I - NextGen

Apply locations Newbury, United Kingdom posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R2024-5045

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

Job Description Summary:

The Software Engineer - I designs, develops, troubleshoots, and debugs software programs for software enhancements and new products. Develops software tools including operating systems, compilers, routers, networks, utilities, databases, and Internet-related tools. Determines software’s compatibility with hardware and/or influences software's design in relation to hardware.

Software Engineer I – NextGen (Multiple Hires)

Launch your career with our NextGen Academy as a full-time Graduate Software Engineer

Join our COBOL and Enterprise Suite product teams and work on enterprise software used by many of the world's largest organizations. You'll contribute to developing compilers, IDE integrations, runtime APIs, and mainframe emulation environments —building tools that support business-critical applications across Windows, Unix, Linux, Containers, and the Cloud.

As part of a collaborative, agile team, you'll learn from experienced engineers and gain hands-on experience with a variety of technologies. No prior COBOL experience is required—our structured training program will provide you with the foundation you need to succeed.

If you're passionate about technology and coding, we’re excited to welcome you as the next generation of Rocketeers!

What You’ll Be doing:

• Kick off with 3 months of in-depth hands-on technical learning, designed to equip you with the skills you need to excel.
• Work alongside experienced engineers on live projects from day one that shape the future of our COBOL and Enterprise Technologies.
• Investigate and deliver bug fixes, working closely with support teams and customers.
• Collaborate with experts to design and develop new features for enterprise products.
• Discuss technical requirements, write design documents, and document your work.
• Write and manage automated tests to support the development of robust and reliable software.
  

What We’re Looking For

Required:

• 2:1 Degree or higher in an engineering or science-based discipline.
• Strong evidence of academic, personal, or commercial coding experience.
• A highly personable team player who can work effectively with colleagues and customers.
• Self-motivated and eager to learn, both independently and in a team setting.
  

Nice to Have:

• Experience coding in COBOL, C, C++, C#, or Java.
• Interest in and participation in personal coding projects or open-source contributions.
• Good working knowledge of Windows, Unix, or Linux environments.
• Awareness of Agile and Scrum development methodologies.
  

What We Offer

• In-Person Training Programme – A structured training programme designed to teach you the fundamentals and set you up for success, held in our Newbury office.
• Mentorship from Industry Experts – A well-established mentoring programme where you'll receive guidance from experienced engineers to help grow your skills and career.
• A People-First, Supportive Environment – A friendly and collaborative workplace where your development is a priority.
• Competitive Salary
• Unlimited Holiday – Encouraging a healthy work-life balance.
• Hybrid Working – Typically 2-3 days per week in our Newbury office, with flexibility to work remotely.

Job Family Group: Engineering

Job Family: Software & Quality Assurance Engineering

Job Profile Name: Software Engineer P1

Employee Type: Individual Contributor

Job Level: P1

Rocket Software Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Rocket Software Inc. is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

Rocket is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call: 781-577-4321 or send an email to people@rocketsoftware.com. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

About Us

Companies around the world trust Rocket to solve their most complex business challenges by powering their critical infrastructure, business processes, and data. We help extend the value of these assets, enabling our customers to embrace the potential of cloud and mobile computing, advanced analytics, and the innovations of tomorrow. From the clothes we wear to the cars we drive, Rocket solutions power the back-end systems that thousands of brands rely on every day.

At Rocket, software is about more than just code—it’s about people. We are passionate problem-solvers, working to make a difference for others. Our foundation is built on empathy, humanity, trust, and love, and we strive to embody these core values in everything we do. Whether we’re serving our customers, partners, or fellow Rocketeers, we are committed to treating everyone with the respect and care they deserve.

Founded in 1990, Rocket Software is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, and has 20 offices worldwide, bringing people and technology together to build a better future.