Technical Graduate - Technology Engineer - Software, Cloud & Infrastructure 2027
Added 5 Oct · still live
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Salary
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£54,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2134 (89% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £54,700, and CGI is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
In 2025, CGI assigned 10 or more Certificates of Sponsorship for SOC 2134 jobs, according to the Home Office.
This could also be SOC 2139 (Information technology professionals not elsewhere classified). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
Your salary route
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2134 Programmers and software development professionals Most likely code | £38,300 | £43,700 | £49,200 | £54,700 |
2139 Information technology professionals not elsewhere classified Also possible | £36,600 | £41,800 | £47,100 | £52,300 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Position Description
At CGI, we empower the next generation of innovators to shape the future of technology and security. As part of #GenerationCGI, you’ll join a community of graduates who are turning ambition into action and possibility into progress.
As a Technology Engineer - Software, Cloud & Infrastructure Graduate, you’ll help design, build, test and support the technology that organisations rely on. Depending on your project, you could be developing software, automating tests, engineering cloud platforms, supporting applications or helping manage secure and reliable infrastructure.
You’ll be trusted with responsibility from the start, working alongside experienced colleagues on live projects across a range of industries. You’ll develop broad technical experience while building deeper expertise in the technologies and areas that best match your strengths and career ambitions.
Your future duties and responsibilities
In this role, you’ll use technology to solve real-world problems and deliver reliable services for CGI’s clients. The work will vary by project, giving you opportunities to develop experience across software engineering, testing, cloud technology, infrastructure, DevOps and technical support.
You may:
At CGI, we empower the next generation of innovators to shape the future of technology and security. As part of #GenerationCGI, you’ll join a community of graduates who are turning ambition into action and possibility into progress.
As a Technology Engineer - Software, Cloud & Infrastructure Graduate, you’ll help design, build, test and support the technology that organisations rely on. Depending on your project, you could be developing software, automating tests, engineering cloud platforms, supporting applications or helping manage secure and reliable infrastructure.
You’ll be trusted with responsibility from the start, working alongside experienced colleagues on live projects across a range of industries. You’ll develop broad technical experience while building deeper expertise in the technologies and areas that best match your strengths and career ambitions.
Your future duties and responsibilities
In this role, you’ll use technology to solve real-world problems and deliver reliable services for CGI’s clients. The work will vary by project, giving you opportunities to develop experience across software engineering, testing, cloud technology, infrastructure, DevOps and technical support.
You may:
- Develop software solutions: Design, build and maintain front-end, back-end or full-stack applications using modern programming languages, frameworks and development practices.
- Test and assure quality: Create and run manual or automated tests to help ensure that software is reliable, secure and meets user requirements.
- Engineer cloud platforms: Help design, configure and support scalable cloud environments using technologies such as AWS or Microsoft Azure.
- Build and support infrastructure: Work with operating systems, networks, virtualisation, containers and platform services that underpin critical applications.
- Automate delivery: Apply DevOps and DevSecOps practices to improve build, testing, deployment and operational processes.
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Locations
Opportunities are available in Aberdeen, Belfast, Bridgend, Bristol, Cardiff, Chippenham, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Gloucester, Leatherhead, Leeds, London, Manchester, Milton Keynes, Newcastle, Reading, the Scottish Borders and Sheffield.
As CGI is a consultancy, you may be required to work from a CGI office or client site and occasionally travel to different locations. Flexibility and a willingness to travel are therefore important.
Why Join Us?
At CGI, you’ll be part of a culture that celebrates diversity, inclusion and collaboration, where your perspective is valued and your ideas contribute to meaningful outcomes.
Your journey starts with a structured Early Careers Induction Programme, giving you the foundations to succeed, along with 24/7 e-learning and opportunities to gain professional certifications that build your expertise. You’ll also join our Student Kick-start Initiative, where you’ll collaborate with other graduates on creative projects that deliver impact beyond your day-to-day role.
CGI is an unconditionally inclusive workplace where you are respected, your voice is heard and you can be yourself. We were recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and named a UK ‘Best Employer’ by the Financial Times. We proudly hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant.
Benefits
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Along with a competitive salary and a £1,000 joining bonus, you’ll enjoy benefits that support every stage of your journey. You’ll share in CGI’s success through our matched share scheme, have access to private healthcare, well-being programmes and professional training, and build financial security with a competitive pension. Beyond the day job, you’ll connect with others through graduate networks, diversity groups and social clubs that make your time at CGI both rewarding and enjoyable.
Required Qualifications To Be Successful In This Role
We’re seeking technically curious graduates who enjoy solving problems and want to build technology that makes a real difference. You do not need experience in every area listed below. We’re interested in the technical strengths you already have, your willingness to learn and the direction in which you want to develop.
You should have:
Required Qualifications To Be Successful In This Role
We’re seeking technically curious graduates who enjoy solving problems and want to build technology that makes a real difference. You do not need experience in every area listed below. We’re interested in the technical strengths you already have, your willingness to learn and the direction in which you want to develop.
You should have:
- A minimum 2:2 degree, normally in computer science, software engineering, information technology, computer engineering, mathematics, physics, cyber security or another relevant STEM subject. Some positions may accept other degree subjects where you can demonstrate strong technical ability, and some may require a 2:1.
- A genuine interest in software, cloud technology, infrastructure or supporting technical services.
- Strong analytical thinking and a practical approach to solving problems.
- The ability to work collaboratively and communicate clearly with technical and non-technical audiences.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering reliable, high-quality work.
- A willingness to learn new technologies and adapt to different projects and client environments.
- Flexibility to travel and work from CGI offices or client sites where required.
- Eligibility for Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance, with some positions requiring higher National Security Vetting. This may include additional residency or nationality requirements, which will be explained for the relevant role.
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Technical skills we value include:
Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…
You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.
Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.
You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.
That same commitment to fairness extends to how we use technology. To support our recruitment team, AI tools may be used to help assess applications though they never replace human judgement. All hiring decisions remain ent
- Programming and scripting: Experience with one or more languages such as Java, C#, Python or JavaScript.
- Software engineering: An understanding of application development, full-stack development, APIs, microservices, web or mobile development.
- Software testing: An interest in quality assurance, test automation and building reliable software.
- Cloud technologies: Exposure to AWS, Microsoft Azure, cloud architecture or cloud-native development.
- DevOps and automation: Familiarity with Git, CI/CD, Jenkins, Terraform, Ansible or related automation and delivery tools.
- Containers and platforms: An understanding of Docker, Kubernetes, virtualisation or platform engineering.
- Systems and infrastructure: Familiarity with Linux or Red Hat, systems administration, networking, infrastructure engineering or site reliability engineering.
- Data technologies: Exposure to SQL, data engineering, Databricks, Elastic or data modelling.
- Agile delivery: An understanding of Agile ways of working and tools such as Jira or Confluence.
- Emerging technology: An interest in artificial intelligence, generative AI, automation or other developing technologies would be beneficial.
Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…
You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.
Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.
You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.
That same commitment to fairness extends to how we use technology. To support our recruitment team, AI tools may be used to help assess applications though they never replace human judgement. All hiring decisions remain ent
irely in the hands of our recruitment professionals.
Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with CGI, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Programmers and software development professionals (SOC 2134) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~399k in sampleSOC 2134
- Middle half £42,536–76,752
- Median £56,784
- Going rate £54,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £38,300–49,200
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. CGI holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. In 2025, CGI assigned 10 or more Certificates of Sponsorship for SOC 2134 jobs, according to the Home Office. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2134 going rate of £54,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.