Software Developer Review
at BAE Systems
Graduate Scheme
Software Engineering
Warton, Lancashire
Review Submitted: July 2026
Overall Rating
4.8 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
4.8/5
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Overview of the Role
5/5
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Experience & Company Culture
4/5
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Recommendations & Advice
Overview of the Role
Overall, how would you describe your experience at BAE Systems?
Very informative and everyone is very supportive.
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
I loved the exploration when given certain tasks, I was given very good opportunities to express my creativity when problem solving.
To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?
5/5
Yes my changes were used in Jira that were used my many teams.
How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?
4/5
I like the share scheme and dental packages
How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?
5/5
It gave me a good birds eye overview of multiple teams and their processes.
How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?
5/5
Learning a new programming language was very helpful.
Experience & Company Culture
How is the support you receive?
5/5
Line managers and colleagues were very helpful to any issue i had
How is your work-life balance?
5/5
It was supported very well as it was up to me.
What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?
5/5
How would you rate BAE Systems initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?
5/5
How would you rate BAE Systems CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?
5/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I think it is a very cool place to work, and has many options to develop yourself and career to achieve better things.
How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?
4/5
It was ok, i felt some questions were a bit too technical for a role doing Jira.
When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Prepare for it to take some time and as many things need to be checked.
