Technology Graduate Programme – Nottingham
Employer: Capital One UK
Location: Nottingham, England
Salary: £45,000 plus £5,000 joining bonus and full benefits
Start Date: 14 September 2026
Closing Date: 3 November 2025 (may close early)
Visa Sponsorship: Available for candidates with current UK work rights (including student/graduate visas)
About the Role
At Capital One UK, technology is at the heart of everything we do. We’re on a mission to transform credit and make finance simpler, fairer, and more human.
Our Technology Graduate Programme offers hands-on experience, professional training, and the opportunity to make an impact from day one. Over three rotations, you’ll explore key areas of tech — from cloud and data engineering to customer-facing systems — gaining the skills to shape your career and the future of financial technology.
What You’ll Do
- Develop backend APIs and enhance digital customer experiences
- Support system reliability and scalability through engineering best practices
- Work with Data Engineering teams to ensure secure and efficient data management
- Contribute to Cloud operations as Capital One completes its AWS migration
You’ll receive full training, mentoring, and development support throughout the programme.
What We’re Looking For
We welcome graduates from all degree backgrounds who:
- Have a basic understanding of coding (any language)
- Are curious, adaptable, and eager to learn
- Enjoy solving problems and collaborating in teams
- Are passionate about technology and innovation
Why Join Capital One?
- £45,000 starting salary + £5,000 joining bonus
- Private medical insurance and mental health support
- 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
- 5% pension contribution and life insurance
- Enhanced parental and family leave
- Onsite gym, subsidised restaurant, and flexible hybrid working (3 days in office)
- Career growth support through the Capital One Develop UK training programmes
Diversity and Inclusion
Capital One is proud to champion diversity. We value difference and encourage applications from all backgrounds — particularly women, LGBTQ+, ethnic minority, and neurodiverse candidates.
We partner with organisations such as Stonewall, Women in Finance, and Race at Work Charter to support our inclusive workplace culture.
Application Process
- Apply Online – No CV screening required
- Online Assessment – Test core problem-solving and tech skills
- Video Interview – Showcase your motivation and communication skills
- Assessment Day – Pair programming and strengths-based interview
- Final Interview – Meet senior managers in person at our Nottingham office
