Software Developer (Full-Stack) Placement (13 months)

Job Description: Start date: 19 July 2027 Location: Portsmouth 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 . 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: Airbus offers the unique opportunity that enables you to learn and work alongside satellites as well as allowing you to test your programming skills and refine them to reach an industry standard. The office is a welcoming environment, in which everyone is knowledgeable and more than happy to assist. You will have the chance to see the environments that the payloads are being built in, and see how the software you will be contributing towards has an impact and is used within this process. Hosted within the Engineering organization, the Validation & Operations Solutions department delivers tools for satellite projects from Earth Navigation & Science missions as well as cutting edge Telecommunications Payloads. We design, build and deploy a range of software solutions to enhance our stakeholder’s data and digitalize their working environment. For this internship we have a chance to work on software for our latest Telecom Satellite design OneSat, as well as larger complex Eurostar NEOs. What you will be doing: Within this Internship, we’ll provide training and the latest tools for you to experience the full-stack of software development in an Agile environment. Those theories you’ve learnt in University shall come to life in real world requirements. You’ll have opportunities to work on websites, applications, servers, databases as well as put into practice your communication skills, design patterns and your own stamp onto our products. During this internship, the activities you may undertake will include: Given documentation to learn and understand the code base which you will be working on; Designing, developing, documenting and testing code which you have written; Involvement within a multi-developer agile team; Researching and utilizing cutting-edge technologies; Pair programming with an experienced developer; Experiencing the full-stack of software development opportunities as a valued team member. 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.* A successful candidate shall see themselves working as part of a team, collaborating and communicating with stakeholders and multi-disciplined individuals within the Space industry to help create and maintain websites, applications and databases in accordance with Agile methodology. Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the following: Studying towards a degree in Computer Science / Software Engineering; An understanding of Object Oriented Principles; A solid foundation in C# or Java; Knowledge of software architecture and design patterns; An interest in programming and technology; Good problem solving skills. 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. Contact 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. #UK_PLA 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 ------- Experience Level: Student Job Family: Software Engineering 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 . 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.