Software Engineer | S2 | Corporate & Commercial Banking Technology | Milton Keynes | Internal Mobility
Country: United Kingdom
IT STARTS HERE
Santander (www.santander.com) is evolving from a global, high-impact brand into a technology-driven organisation, and our people are at the heart of this journey. Together, we are driving a customer-centric transformation that values bold thinking, innovation, and the courage to challenge what’s possible.
This is more than a strategic shift. It’s a chance for driven professionals to grow, learn, and make a real difference.
Our mission is to contribute to help more people and businesses prosper. We embrace a robust risk culture and all our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.
Retail & Commercial Banking is a global business integrating all our retail and commercial banking activities to better serve our customers, improve efficiency and drive value creation.
THE DIFFERENCE YOU MAKE
Corporate & Commercial Banking Technology is looking for a Software Engineer based out of Unity Place – Milton Keynes . Apprentice role.
An exciting opportunity has been created for a Software Engineer within the Corporate KYC and Lending Team team. We create, maintain and integrate applications for the bank in various technologies using online applications (APIs, Microservices).
We’re shaping the way we work through innovation, cutting-edge technology, collaboration and the freedom to explore new ideas. To succeed in this role, you will be responsible for:
- Providing technical analysis and coding in Java (Springboot) across business change and ongoing projects.
- Managing delivery end-to-end, from software design and development through to customer release, including deployments.
- Contributing to design discussions to help identify the most appropriate solution.
- Building functional knowledge and experience within the Corporate domain.
- A working knowledge and understanding of GenAI tools used within the team (Required)
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
Our people are our greatest strength. Every individual contributes unique perspectives that make us greater as a team and as an organisation. We’re enabling teams to go beyond by valuing who they are and empowering what they bring.
The following requirements represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities essential for success in this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Professional Experience
- Experience as a Software Engineer focusing on Java and Spring Boot web services (1+ years of professional experience) (Required)
- Experience with Corporate and Commercial Banking applications and services (Preferred)
Education
- Applicants must possess a degree in Digital Technology Solutions or be on track to complete their degree by Q2 2027 (Required)
Languages
- English - written and spoken (Required)
Hard Skills
- Knowledge of application and integration development (Required)
- Experience or understanding of developing RESTful APIs (Required)
- Understanding of agile software development practices (Unit testing, TDD, CI/CD) (Required)
- Working knowledge with creating test scenarios for unit testing (Required)
- Experience using version control systems such as Git to manage code repositories (Required)
- Some understanding of accessibility requirements (WCAG 2.2 AA) for building front end screens (Preferred)
Soft Skills
- Effective communication skills with both technical and non-technical users (Required)
WE VALUE YOUR IMPACT
At Santander, your contribution matters. We recognise the difference you make every day, and we make sure you feel valued, supported and rewarded in return.
Here, recognition goes beyond pay. It’s about the pride you feel in your work, the impact you have on customers and communities, and the opportunities you have to grow and thrive — personally and professionally.
Salary Range:
£45,320.00 - £67,980.00 per annum (depending on experience)
This salary range represents the expected remuneration for the role. Annual salary is based on a standard 35-hour working week. Actual salary offered will depend on skills, experience, qualifications and location.
- Competitive rewards that reflect the real impact you make and the value you bring.
- Wellbeing that goes beyond work — we work with a range of wellbeing partners across our 4 pillars of wellbeing (physical, mental, social and financial) to give you access to a suite of apps, discounted gym and fitness access, weekly online classes, flexible healthcare and mental health support.
- Support for every life stage — from menopause and pregnancy to parenthood and beyond, with enhanced family leave, childcare options and tailored wellbeing support.
- Time to give back through volunteering opportunities that let you make a difference in the communities we serve.
- Global growth opportunities to shape your career, learn new skills and explore what’s possible across our international network.
Ready to be recognised? It starts with you.
LOCAL COMPLIANCE
At Santander, we’re proud to be an inclusive organisation that provides equal opportunities for everyone — regardless of age, gender, disability, civil status, race, religion or sexual orientation.
We’re committed to creating a recruitment experience that’s accessible, fair and welcoming for all candidates.
We want our people to thrive — at work and at home — while delivering the best outcomes for our customers and supporting each other to grow.
To make this possible, our roles are site-based with a hybrid working pattern, where colleagues are expected to attend the office at least 12 days per month (pro-rata for part-time roles).
When applying, please consider the travel distance, time and cost to your chosen office location(s).
We welcome applications on the understanding that, should you be offered this role, there may be no relocation package available. Santander will pay the employer mandatory government fees that are required to pay in connection with visa sponsorship. You may be liable for your own personal employee immigration and relocation costs.( Only applicable for roles that are eligible for sponsorship)
WHAT TO DO NEXT
If this sounds like a role you are interested in, then please apply.
For further Guidance please visit Internal Mobility - Candidate Guidance.
If you want to know more about the opportunity:
Please contact: Michael Kerrigan - michael.kerrigan@santander.co.uk
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