Software Development Intern – Banking Technology

Role Summary: An outstanding opportunity for Technology undergraduates with front-end or full-stack development skills to join the technology team of an established UK retail bank with international heritage. Ideal for students with C# experience and an interest in retail banking applications.

Company Profile: Our client is an authorised UK bank regulated by the Prudential Regulation Authority and the Financial Conduct Authority, launched in the UK in December 2019. While relatively new to the UK market, they are part of an international financial group with nearly 150 years of banking history. Their leadership team includes highly experienced banking professionals with decades of experience in the UK banking and building society sectors. Operating with a mutual ethos, they focus on enriching local communities and supporting customers to achieve their financial potential.

Key Responsibilities:

- Assist in developing and maintaining front-end or full-stack applications
- Contribute to coding, testing, and debugging banking software solutions
- Participate in agile development processes and team meetings
- Help implement user interface improvements for savings and loan products
- Support integration of front-end components with back-end services
- Assist with code reviews and documentation
- Learn about regulated banking technology systems and infrastructure

Essential Requirements:

- Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related technology discipline
- Strong programming skills with preference for C# experience
- Knowledge of front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, frameworks)
- Understanding of software development lifecycles
- Demonstrable interest in retail banking and financial technology
- Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Must be able to work in the office 4-5 days per week in Southwark
- All applicants must have the right to work in the UK

Desirable Skills:

- Experience with .NET framework
- Knowledge of SQL and database concepts
- Familiarity with REST APIs and microservices architecture
- Understanding of version control systems (Git)
- Interest in user experience and interface design
- Appreciation for mutual/community-focused financial services

Duration: Flexible internship duration available based on candidate's academic commitments and availability.

Compensation: Competitive annual salary ranging from £24,000 to £25,000, commensurate with skills and experience.

Development Opportunities: This internship provides hands-on experience in developing technology solutions for a regulated UK bank. You'll gain valuable skills working with industry professionals on real-world banking applications while developing expertise in C# and related technologies. This experience forms an excellent foundation for careers in fintech development, banking technology, and software engineering within a values-driven financial institution.

Work Authorisation: Candidates must have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom. Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this role.