Graduate Development Program, Associate

About the Position

Are you ready to build software that helps support National Grid's Gas business? As an Associate Software Engineer, you'll join the team responsible for the development and support of the software that enables gas operations. The tools you help maintain are used by field technicians to find work locations, access job details, complete work safely, and close out work orders. In other words, your work helps support the systems that allow trucks to get into the field and teams to maintain critical gas infrastructure. You'll work alongside experienced engineers, architects, product teams, and business stakeholders to deliver feature enhancements, fix bugs, test changes, and improve the reliability of our software. This is a great opportunity to build your software engineering skills while gaining experience with SaaS platforms, modern web development, and real-world business applications.

What You'll Do

Develop, test, maintain, and enhance application features using modern programming languages and frameworks including React, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS. Apply object-oriented programming (OOP) principles such as encapsulation, inheritance, polymorphism, and abstraction. Develop reusable, maintainable, and well-structured software components. Work with REST APIs and integrate front-end applications with backend services. Write unit tests and participate in code reviews. Debug application issues and assist with root-cause analysis. Use Git and established source control and CI/CD practices. Participate in Agile development activities, including sprint planning, refinement, and retrospectives. Collaborate with senior engineers and architects to understand technical designs and development standards. Create and maintain appropriate technical documentation.

What You'll Need to Apply

Bachelor or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field from an accredited institution Graduated between May 2026 and June 2027 Ability to begin the National Grid Graduate Program on June 7, 2027, or July 12, 2027 Work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States (such as sponsorship for an H-1B, TN, O, L, STEM OPT, or other employment-based work authorization) Foundational knowledge of object-oriented programming and software design principles. Programming experience with at least one object-oriented language, such as Java, Apex, or Python. Experience or coursework developing user interfaces with React or a... For full info follow application link.

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