Computer Science Industrial Placement – Software Engineering with AI

Are you ready to shape the future of data?
Matillion is the company behind Maia, the AI Data Automation platform. 
In the AI economy, demand for data is exploding. Manual data engineering can’t keep up. Maia fixes that by combining 15 years of data expertise with agentic AI to eliminate the manual work that slows data teams down. Organisations like Cisco, DocuSign, and Slack are already using it to deliver real business impact, faster.
We started in Manchester and now we’re global - with teams across the UK, US and India.
We are driven, curious, energetic people who move fast, think big and hold ourselves to a high standard. We’re here to make a dent in the universe bigger than ourselves. And we’re looking for people who want to be part of it.

About the opportunity

Are you a 2nd-year Computer Science student looking for a placement that will supercharge your learning and give you real-world experience at the forefront of technology? 

At Matillion, we’re looking for curious, motivated students to join our development teams and help build innovative software that powers some of the world’s leading data platforms.

This placement role will be based from our Manchester city centre office, giving you the chance to collaborate closely with your team and experience our vibrant office environment.

What you'll be doing

• Writing clean, tested code that ships to real customers.

• Working in an agile engineering team — sprints, standups, code reviews, and real delivery.

• Solving technical problems that directly impact our customers' ability to work with data.

• Using AI tools actively in your day to day — to research, to build, to move faster.

• Learning from engineers around you and contributing your own perspective from day one.

• Presenting what you have built to the wider team before you finish.

What we're looking for

• You are currently studying for a degree in computer science, software engineering or a related subject, with a placement year before you return to finish your studies. You’re also on track for a 2:1 or above.

• You have written code in at least one language, through coursework, a personal project or a hackathon. Any language is fine. Java is a bonus.

• You are curious about AI and how it is changing engineering.

• You ask good questions when the answer isn't obvious.

• You want to learn fast and are happy to give and receive honest feedback.

The assessment process

Here is what to expect:

Stage 1 — Screening
A short 20-minute AI-powered conversation you can complete on your own schedule. It’s an opportunity to share more about yourself beyond your CV to help us understand how you can add value - your approach to problems, and your interest in the role. It's also an opportunity to learn more about Matillion and the role. A human recruiter reviews every response — AI does not make hiring decisions here. If you’d prefer not to complete the AI interview, let us know and we’ll arrange a time for a recruiter to call you.

Stage 2 — Technical Test
A practical exercise designed to assess how you think and how you build. You are encouraged to use AI tools — we want to see how you use them. We will tell you exactly what to expect in advance.

Stage 3 — Onsite Assessment Day
A conversation with your future manager and a member of the engineering team. We will go deeper on your technical thinking, how you approach problems, and how you work with others. We'll also explore how you’ll positively contribute towards our culture and values. This is opportunity for you to meet the team and understand the day in the life of a Matillion Engineer.

Stage 4 — Offer
A transparent breakdown of salary, equity, and benefits — everything you need to make the right decision.

We aim to move quickly. You will hear from us within 7 days of your application.

More about Matillion
 
We operate a flexible working culture that promotes work-life balance, with benefits including:
30 days holiday + bank holiday
5 days paid volunteering leave
Private Health Insurance
Life Insurance
Pension
Access to mental health support
 
Your Safety
 
Matillion recruiters will only contact you from @matillion.com email addresses. We occasionally work with trusted recruiting partners; they will always tell you they are working on our behalf. We will never ask for money, fees, or bank details at any point in the hiring process. If something feels off, trust that instinct. Don't click any links. Go straight to matillion.com/careers to verify open roles or reach us at talent@matillion.com.
 
 
Want to know more?
 
Don't tick every box? Apply anyway. We hire for potential, not just experience. A member of our Talent Acquisition team will be in touch.

Cannot find a suitable role right now? We still want to hear from you. Drop us a line at talent@matillion.com.
Find out more about life on #TeamGreen here. 
 
 
Matillion is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our team. Matillion prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. Matillion does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Department: Early Careers
Team: Industrial Placement Students