Graduate Software Developer

Graduate Software Developer About Cognita Reply: Cognita Reply is where OpenAI innovation meets enterprise transformation. As part of the Reply Group and a recognised OpenAI Service Partner, we help organisations not just adopt tools but embed AI as a strategic capability across their value chain. Role Overview: As a Graduate Software Developer at Cognita Reply, you'll enter a high-pace environment that's at the cutting-edge of generative AI, working closely with OpenAI technologies. You'll help design and build intelligent software / agent-based solutions that transform how our clients work, leveraging frameworks from OpenAI and our own accelerators. You'll collaborate across teams, engage with clients, and contribute across the full development lifecycle - all while deepening your technical and consulting chops. Responsibilities: Partner with senior engineers to build, deploy and maintain AI-driven systems using OpenAI models (e.g., custom agentic workflows, conversational

interfaces) Configure and integrate solutions like ChatGPT Enterprise for clients: managing connectors, setting up brand-aligned responses & securing enterprise-grade deployments Translate business needs into technical designs - particularly in the context of generative AI and enterprise scale Collaborate with client experts to ensure our AI solutions are human-centred, usable and impactful Write, test and document high-quality code, leveraging modern stacks (e.g. Python, Node.js, React) and AI-aware frameworks Apply governance, compliance, and security best practices relevant to generative AI deployments Support adoption and engagement efforts: help build communities of practice, training modules, and outcome-measurable programmes Monitor performance, collect metrics/feedback and iterate on models and workflows for continuous improvement About the candidate: On track to graduate with a 2:1 or higher in Computer Science or related technical discipline Strong programming skills in Java and Python; familiarity with Node.js and React.js is a plus Demonstrable interest in generative AI, agent-based systems or advanced automation Comfortable with agile ways of working and cross-discipline teaming Excellent communication skills - you'll be working with clients, peers, domain experts and senior stakeholders Flexible mindset: you'll be working across industries and potentially travelling to client sites A curious, proactive learner who is ready to experiment, make things happen, and grow fast in a startup-style environment within a large Group Reply is an Equal Opportunities Employer and committed to embracing diversity in the workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender, identity, pregnancy, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, medical history, skin colour, marital status or parental status or any other characteristic protected by the Law. Reply is committed to making sure that our selection methods are fair to everyone. To help you during the recruitment process, please let us know of any Reasonable Adjustments you may need.