Graduate Technology Architect Programme

Graduate Technology Architecture Programme

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Overview

Severn Trent is a FTSE 100 company on a mission to deliver bigger and better things for our communities. With nearly 10,000 dedicated colleagues, we are looking for brilliant graduates eager to turn challenges into opportunities and make a real impact.

The Technology Architecture Graduate Programme enables you to fast‑track technology skills in support of a longer‑term career in Solution Architecture, Cloud Architecture or Technical Engineering.

Skills & Learning Objectives

• Understand and make design decisions in support of business operations and in alignment with the group's technology strategy.
• Strengthen stakeholder management and communication.
• Understand the role of business analysis and how it works alongside solution definition.
• Build a strong solution mindset to define well‑architected approaches.
• Understand technological landscapes and capabilities.
• Understand cybersecurity challenges, landscape and approaches.
• Support the build of technology solutions through emergent and innovative technology and practical application to business solutions.

Programme Structure

You will be based at Severn Trent Headquarters in Coventry. The programme requires you to complete placements in three areas to gain exposure across the department.

Teams you may be placed in

• Technical Architecture team
• IT Operations
• Cyber

What You Will Learn

Develop expertise across a broad range of technical solutions that support critical services and drive innovation, such as identity and security, compute and storage, networking, monitoring, governance and cost management. You will strengthen technical capabilities and build essential skills in decision‑making, consensus building, and stakeholder communication.

What We Are Looking For

• Strong understanding of computer science fundamentals (algorithms, data structures, software design).
• Knowledge of cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure, AWS or Google Cloud.
• Basic proficiency in infrastructure‑as‑code tools like Terraform or Bicep.
• Understanding of networking concepts (DNS, TCP/IP, firewalls, load balancing).
• Familiarity with identity & access management principles.
• Awareness of cybersecurity principles and threat models.
• Awareness of monitoring and observability tools.
• Understanding of compute and storage options (VMs, containers, object storage).
• Basic knowledge of governance frameworks and cost management in cloud.
• Ability to analyse & troubleshoot technical issues across distributed systems.
• Exposure to Dev Ops practices (CI/CD, automation).
• Strong communication skills for stakeholder engagement & technical documentation.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Critical thinking & decision‑making in complex technical scenarios.
• Willingness to learn & adapt to emerging technologies and architectural patterns.

About the Programme

Your line manager, mentor and graduate buddy will guide you every step of the way. We also offer 1‑on‑1 meetings with business leads and the New Talent Team.

Location

Severn Trent Headquarters, Coventry, CV1 2LZ

Programme Duration

18 months

Starting Salary

£31,500

Entry Criteria

A degree in Computer Science or a related STEM area is desirable.

Driving Requirements

No driving licence required.

Rewards and Care

Benefits include:

• 28 days holiday + bank holidays (plus option to buy/sell up to 5 days per year).
• Annual bonus scheme (up to £2,225, subject to eligibility).
• Leading pension scheme – 15% match on contributions.
• Sharesave – discounted share purchase.
• Dedicated training and development with our Academy.
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers.
• Family‑friendly policies.
• Two paid volunteering days per year.

Diversity and Inclusion

Severn Trent is committed to a diverse, inclusive and cohesive culture. We support LGBTQ+, Women in Operations & STEM, Disability and Ethnicity working groups and encourage applicants from all backgrounds.

Application

Apply now to build an amazing career and be part of a brilliant team. Roles close on 13th January (12pm). Estimated start date:
September 2026.

Seniority Level

Internship

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industry

Utilities

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