A career in software development is all about creating the tools that shape the world, the way we work and the ways we interact. Our graduate Software Engineers are key to helping us connect with our colleagues and customers in a reliable, safe, and engaging way.
You don’t need to have studied a tech-based subject. Whatever your degree, as long as you have a love for technology, a talent for thinking logically and problem solving, and some coding experience (whether as part of your studies or as an outside passion through self-learning), we can teach you the rest.
From the moment you join us, you’ll be in a permanent position where you can own and drive your development to become a brilliant and confident Software Engineer.
Ready to shine bright in your career?
Get to know the role
Our Software Engineers develop software for a wide range of applications and projects here at Aviva. As a graduate here, you could be maintaining and enhancing our existing applications, creating relational data models and visualisations in tools like Qlik Sense or be creating new products and platforms such as our award-winning “My Aviva” portal. Whatever you’re working on, you’ll work collaboratively in small teams to build high quality solutions that meet our colleagues and customers’ needs. It’s interesting and challenging – and rest assured, whatever you’re working on, you’ll have the full support of our expert technology community behind you.
What you’ll get
- A permanent job from day one
- A starting salary of £32,500
- Support towards relevant professional qualifications and lots of other development opportunities
- A great support network to help you grow into your role
- 29 days holiday, plus bank holidays
- Flexible working and wellbeing support
- Opportunities to get involved and give back to our local communities with paid volunteering time
- Contributory pension scheme
- Discounts on all Aviva products
- Discretionary annual performance-related bonus
- Share Save scheme
What we’re looking for
- You'll either have a degree, in any subject, or be on track to graduate by the end of Summer 2025.
- A genuine passion for new and emerging technologies.
- A keen interest for change, innovation and continual improvement.
- An analytical mind and talent for problem solving.
- An eagerness to question existing ways of doing things.
- Confident communicators who can break down complex concepts in a clear and engaging way.
- A love of learning and the drive to keep developing yourself.
Where could you be based?
Our Software Development Pathway opportunities are based in Bristol or Perth: both buzzing places in which to launch your career. Not all role types are available in every location, so tell us on your application if you have a preference. You will need to live within commuting distance of the office where the role is based, or be willing to relocate prior to start date as you’ll need to spend time with your team in person, as well as virtually, working from home. Three days in the office and two days from home is typical, but this will vary between teams.