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FinTrU Software Engineer Placement 2025-26 - Derry/Londonderry

FinTrU
London
9 months ago
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Location City Derry/Londonderry Overview of Role FinTrU are looking for an ambitious and passionate student to join our Technology team through the Software Engineer placement programme. FinTrUNI Job Details FinTrU Overview FinTrU is a multi-award-winning, technologically enabled Regulatory Solutions company who design technology-driven solutions to help their clients meet regulatory obligations. 'Company of the Year', 'Best Company to Work For' and 'Best Employee Development Programme' are a sample of the awards FinTrU won. For a full list of awards please see our website. We have also been presented with the Queens Award for Enterprise 2022, making us the only company to receive this in Belfast for 2022 and the first one for International Trade since 2014. All of this isn't possible without our people a key focus as part of our values: People, Passion, Professionalism and Partnership, altogether they form the unique culture and success at FinTrU. What can you expect in this role: Working locally on the global stage to support the building out of innovative SaaS products within an Agile Framework, you will interact with multiple disciplines, such as Data Science, InfoSec, DevOps, Architecture, Product and Program Management, contributing to our culture of Engineering excellence. Implement FinTrU's Product strategy using proven frameworks and cutting-edge technology stacks to accomplish the end goal. Assist in building and enhancing, new and existing, robust framework solutions to accommodate changes to solutions ensuring it is scalable, reliable, and maintainable. Drive your own professional development and help others succeed in their professional development Work to and improve on existing Product Development Engineering processes, standards, and practices You will thrive in an agile cross-functional environment ensuring the continuous success of our engineering space by aligning to our FinTrU people-centric values. You will work in a diverse and inclusive work environment with an opportunity to get hands-on experience in cutting-edge technology. Essential Criteria for this role: Currently studying an IT-related bachelor's degree. Completed your 2nd year of studies by Summer 2025. Open University students must have completed 240 credits by the start date July 2025 Live or be willing to relocate within a commutable distance to FinTrU's Derry/Londonerry office As this role is based in Derry/Londonderry, FinTrU reserve the right to reject any application that list an alternative location preference. Please select North West from the available options. Person specification for the role: You are passionate about building Regulatory Technology SAAS products to help combat financial crime, by applying the latest technologies to optimise automated KYC, monitoring, and regulatory reporting. You are a passionate individual who will support and drive the building of SaaS products promoting a positive Engineering culture. How to Apply To be considered for the role you must submit the following as part of your application - CV Cover letter Fully completed application form FinTrU reserves the right to apply additional shortlisting criteria during the recruitment process such as degree classification, degree relevance and work experience. For queries related to the FinTrU Placement Programme, contact the Early Careers team at . Assessment Process Sep 2024 Applications open Sep - Oct 2024 Application review Oct - Nov 2024 Online Interviews Nov 2024 Face-to-Face Interviews Dec 2024 Offers July 2025 Start date You must be contactable throughout the recruitment process The closing date for applications is Thursday 31st October. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis until positions are filled. Apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Right to Work FinTrU welcome applications from candidates who hold, or are eligible to apply for, the right to work in the UK or Ireland on or before the start date of your programme. You must hold the right to work in the UK or Ireland for a minimum of 12 months to allow you to undertake mandatory elements of the programme. You must be able to evidence your right to work or future potential right to work in the UK or Ireland prior to any offer of employment being made. You are required to notify us immediately if your right to work status changes after you have submitted your application or accepted an offer from FinTrU. Please also be aware that should any subsequent changes to the UK or Ireland immigration rules affect the viability of your application before your start date, we reserve the right to change how we process applications, in line with the new regulations. Placement students must also be able to evidence their ability to work full time hours throughout the placement period Education Level Bachelor's Degree Experience Level Employment Type Fixed Term Contract Duration 1 Year Benefits 23 days' annual leave, plus 10 bank holidays Competitive salary Hybrid working Private medical insurance Health cash plan Company pension scheme Employee assistance programme Investment in the professional development Budget for social events with placement cohort Company-funded Christmas and summer parties Diverse and inclusive social and cultural calendar Fast track your career by returning as an Analyst 2 after graduation. Compensation Summary Competitive To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process click the Apply button below to Login/Register.

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