Graduate Software Engineer Review
at Thales
Graduate Scheme
Software Engineering
Crawley, West Sussex
Review Submitted: September 2026
Overall Rating
4.2 /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!
4.5/5
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Overview of the Role
4/5
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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 Thales?
The graduate roles I have worked at in Thales have been well-supported, engaging, and enjoyable. I have been able to contribute quickly due to the support of my colleagues and feel like a valued member of the teams I have been in.
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
Early on my role has been to take smaller projects and take time to develop my understanding of the systems and software used in the role. Overtime, I then have been able to complete more complex tasks as my understanding improved. On both my roles so far, I have been able to do tasks equivalent to engineers not on the graduate scheme, show I have developed and been trusted by my teams.
To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?
5/5
Both roles I have worked in have given me opportunities to work in a team where I can contribute and am valued as a team member.
How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?
4/5
I feel the wage and benefits provided are reasonably fair. Though when completing work equal to the level of non-grad engineers it is frustrating to be paid less/ no performance-based bonus.
How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?
4/5
I feel like I have improved a lot as an engineer and have skills I could potentially use in a future role.
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
I have been given plenty of support and opportunity to develop skills via verified training as well as educational opportunities.
Experience & Company Culture
How is the support you receive?
5/5
How is your work-life balance?
5/5
What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?
3/5
How would you rate Thales initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?
4/5
How would you rate Thales CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?
3/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Thales to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Thales has been a good place to work with a fair pay and good working hours.
How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?
4/5
When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to Thales?
Similar to other roles, come prepared and well-presented. Focus more on personality aspects over specific technical skills.
