Engineering Graduate Programme (New York)

London Stock Exchange$68K — $113K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Final year undergraduate or Masters student in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology or related discipline
  • Strong interest in technology and financial markets demonstrated through work experience, studies, or extracurricular activities
  • Ability to analyze data and propose strategic solutions
  • Excellent collaboration and communication skills
  • Flexibility to adapt in a fast-paced environment
  • Eligibility to work in the US without restrictions during the programme
  • Candidates from diverse technical backgrounds, such as physics or engineering, with an interest in technology are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

  • Engage in a 12-month development journey to build key foundational skills
  • Participate in an 'Engineering Bootcamp' to learn business and engineering principles
  • Work on group projects aligned with LSEG goals
  • Undertake technical and coding assessments as part of recruitment
  • Contribute to a global early careers community through CSR initiatives
  • Meet and network with peers at programme midpoint skills offsite 'Ignite'
  • Access opportunities for industry-recognized qualifications during the programme.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits for financial, emotional, and physical wellbeing
  • Hybrid working model with flexible arrangements
  • Annual wellness allowance
  • Paid time off, including vacation and sick leave
  • Medical, dental, vision cover, and health savings options
  • 401(k) savings plan with company match
  • Basic life insurance and disability benefits.
Full Job Description
Programme start date: September 2027

Please review all the graduate programme opportunities and make one application

During your time with us you will have the opportunity to explore potential career paths by working within our Engineering function based in New York.

To be eligible you must be a final year undergraduate or Masters student in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Engineering, Information Technology or related discipline and have completed all the requirements of your course before August 2027 or a fresh graduate in class of 2026.

Highlights of the Graduate Programme
  • Progress through a 12-month development journey aiming to build foundational skills that are key for your future success
  • Build your foundational knowledge of LSEG, Financial Markets and the business during your global induction
  • 'Engineering Bootcamp' week to immerse you in the business and Engineering principles
  • Participate in group projects which are aligned to LSEG goals
  • Meet in person with your cohort at 'Ignite', the programme mid-point skills offsite. Explore key knowledge areas and skills
  • Access opportunities to earn industry-recognized qualifications, including 5 study days during programme
  • Connect with global early careers community and opportunities and contribute to wider society via CSR initiatives and volunteering opportunities


Our graduates join us on a permanent basis, and from day one you will be aligned to an Engineering Team, which will allow you to develop within a secure framework.

Roles in the Engineering apply deep technical and analytical expertise to build, operate and improve the platforms, products, services and models that power our business. Spanning software and platform, reliability, quality, cyber security, service operations, service management, financial engineering and data science, these roles work across the full lifecycle to solve complex problems, enable secure and resilient delivery, and drive continuous improvement in a product-led, data-driven environment.

Software & Platform Engineering

Roles in Software & Platform Engineering focus on building and improving the software, infrastructure and systems that support our products and services. Engineers work across the full software and infrastructure lifecycle to deliver usable, maintainable applications.

Reliability Engineering

Roles in the Reliability Engineering track play a crucial role in identifying and reducing risks to performance and availability. They develop tools and implement strategies to prevent problems before they occur and recover quickly from a failure keeping platforms, applications, and services stable and reliable.

During the recruitment process we will get to know your skills and interest and how they align with the needs of the business to place you in your Engineering Team.

What We are Looking For

We are passionate about recruiting people who have a genuine curiosity about Technology and strive to pursue a Technology career path, as evidenced by their studies, extracurriculars or work experience. It's important to us that you can also understand the breadth of our organisation, how it functions and the vital role that technology plays in supporting LSEG and our clients.
  • You will have a strong interest in technology proven either via your work experience, extracurricular activities, or academic studies. For instance, you may have secured an internship in a technology role or focused on technology as part of a university project. You may have learnt how to code or how to use a particular technology.
  • You should have a demonstrable interest in financial markets, which you've built through your studies, work experience or extracurricular activities.
  • A curiosity for data and an ability to analyse information to draw conclusions and propose solutions.
  • Individuals who can connect the dots and think strategically.
  • The environment we work in is fast paced, you'll need to demonstrate focus, resilience and the flexibility to adapt to changing demands.
  • People who can collaborate with others, using their communication skills in the process.
  • Ideal candidates will have the rights to work in the US without restrictions for the duration of the graduate programme and joins us on a permanent basis from day one.


We value not just what you achieve, but how you achieve it.

We are considering candidates beyond the core software degrees (e.g. computer science, software engineering, Mathematics and Informatics) and candidate with physics, engineering, electronic degree who can demonstrate an interest in Technology as evidenced by extracurriculars or work experience, or personal projects can apply.

Application close: 20th October, however we recommend an early application because we consider candidates on a rolling basis. Due to the volume of applications, we might close the applications earlier, so we recommend an early application.

Recruitment Process:

The first stage of the recruitment process involves making an application and submitting your resume.

The second stage is completing Technical and Coding Assessment.

The third stage of the application process is an Immersive Online Assessment. The assessment is designed to give you an insight into what it's like to work at LSEG.

The fourth stage is a video interview where you will answer a series of questions using a strength-based-interview style.

The final stage is a half day assessment centre which involves several different types of exercises - further information is provided at the point of invite.

Please review all the graduate programme opportunities and make one application If you make more than one application, we will review your first application only.

Please note, all our assessment centres are held virtually.

Life at LSEG

At LSEG, we provide our employees with a comprehensive benefits portfolio as part of a competitive total rewards package. Our benefit plans are designed to supplement the financial, emotional and physical wellbeing of our employees and their families at all stages of their life. We encourage an appreciative, collaborative and inclusive culture that promotes employee and organisational wellbeing. More information about our benefits details will be provided at time of offer.

Compensation/Benefits Information:
In addition to our offered base salary, this role is eligible for our annual incentive (AIP/"bonus plan"). Target AIP rates will be commensurate with role level and posted career stage.

We believe hybrid working makes more possible and recognise difference as a good thing. We want to set everyone up to bring their best self to work. Everyone will spend time with colleagues in the office (3 days), but you'll be trusted to work flexibly, in a way that delivers excellence.

LSEG is committed to offering competitive Compensation and Benefits. The anticipated base salary for this position is $106,000.

Career Stage:
Associate

Compensation/Benefits Information:

LSEG is committed to offering competitive Compensation and Benefits. The anticipated base salary for this position is $68,000 - $113,400.

Please be aware base salary ranges may vary by geographic location, city and state. In addition to our offered base salary, this role is eligible for our Annual Incentive Plan (AIP/"bonus plan"). Target AIP rates will be commensurate with role level and posted career stage. Individual salary will be reflective of job related knowledge, skills and equivalent experience. LSEG roles (excluding internships and part-time roles of less than 20 hours per week) are typically eligible for inclusion in our LSEG Benefits program, which includes offerings of: Annual Wellness Allowance, Paid time-off, Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex Spending & Health Savings Options, Prescription Drug plan, 401(K) Savings Plan and Company match. LSEG's Benefits plan also includes basic life insurance, disability benefits, emergency backup dependent care, adoption assistance commuter assistance etc.

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