2027 Technology Developer Graduate Programme Knutsford

About the role

The Barclays Technology Developer Graduate Programme in Knutsford is a one-year expert programme focused on designing, developing, testing, and maintaining software. Graduates receive job-based training while building technical expertise and solving complex problems using technologies such as Java, C++, C#, Python, SQL, cloud, DevOps, and machine learning.

Role and responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain software supporting business, platform, and technology capabilities.
• Deliver scalable, maintainable, secure, and performance-optimised software using industry-aligned tools and programming languages.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers to define requirements and solution strategies.
• Participate in code reviews, knowledge sharing, unit testing, and continuous improvement activities.
• Apply secure coding practices to mitigate vulnerabilities and protect sensitive data.
• Manage risks, follow relevant policies and controls, and escalate policy or procedure breaches appropriately.

Programme details

• Join a one-year targeted expert programme providing depth and breadth of experience.
• Receive bespoke, job-based training from the start to develop specialist technical expertise.
• Work at Barclays’ Knutsford campus, located at the Radbroke Hall site.

Requirements

• Be a recent graduate or soon-to-be graduate with a strong degree or expected degree.
• Have achieved, or expect to achieve, the degree before June 2027.
• Demonstrate genuine interest in technology and strong problem-solving skills.
• Show motivation and drive to deliver innovative software solutions.
• Develop technical expertise and communicate complex or sensitive information effectively.

Work eligibility and application

• Barclays accepts candidates requiring UK visa sponsorship who meet Skilled Worker visa eligibility criteria.
• Applicants without sponsorship must have full-time UK work rights from August 2027 to August 2028.
• Applications may close before the advertised deadline because of application volumes.