Software Engineer, Early Careers

Tesco is a leading multinational retailer, with more than 336 000 colleagues.

Our software is used by millions of people across several countries every day. Whether it’s the tills and websites our customers use, or the systems our colleagues and partners use, you’ll play your part in keeping it running like a well-oiled machine. And when a business problem pops up? You and the creative minds in our team will be challenged to solve it.

As Tech Hub we cooperate within the group of Tesco Technology Hubs located in the UK, Poland, Czech Republic, Hungary, and India.

What our colleagues like the most at Tesco:

• We develop our own products
• We make an impact; large scale of operation
• Accountability and respect are given to us
• We cooperate and support each other
• There are great colleagues who are divided into small teams here
• We can develop and learn new things

Recruitment process  

• Application Submission: Submit your CV and questions in the application form by the end of February. If you’re shortlisted, you will be invited to take part in a technical evaluation in early March. 
• Technical Challenge: This step is all about showing us your programming skills and knowledge through online tests and exercises. It should take around three hours and you’ll have a one-week window to complete it at a time that works best for you. 
• Phone Interview: In mid-March, selected candidates will have a phone interview to discuss formal details. This stage doesn’t involve any technical questions or tests. If you’re successful, you will be invited to the Discovery Centre. 
• Discovery Centre: Participate in an interactive Tesco Technology experience, featuring motivation assessments, group tasks and coding exercises. This step allows us to get to know you better and gives you the opportunity to meet Tesco Technology colleagues and learn about the company. The Discovery Center will take a few hours of your time, after which successful candidates will receive an offer and feedback by the end of April. 

Our benefits 

Tesco is a diverse and exciting employer, dedicated to being #aplacetogeton, providing career-defining opportunities to all of our colleagues. If you choose to join our business, we will provide you with (for all): 

• MacBook as your work tool 
• Learning opportunities - certified technical training and learning platforms like Udemy, Pluralsight and O’Reilly 
• Up to 10% yearly salary bonus – based on both individual and business performance
• Referral bonus  
• Sports activities with a personal trainer in the office  
• Additional 4 days of paid leave to support your well-being and family life 
• Private healthcare (LuxMed) 
• Cafeteria & Multisport 
• Increase in annual leave (from 20 to 25 days) for those not yet eligible for the full holiday entitlement  
• IP Tax Deductible Costs  

Our culture 

Our colleagues work with one goal in mind, helping to make every day a little better for our customers, colleagues and communities all over the world. No two customers are the same, neither are our colleagues. 

At Tesco, we champion a balance that lets you thrive both in and out of work. Spend 60% of your week collaborating with colleagues at our office locations or local sites and the rest remotely. Whether you're just kicking off your career, juggling passions, or navigating big life events, we're here to support you. We always welcome a conversation about flexible working, so talk to us throughout your application about how we can support. 

We're proud to be an accredited Disability Confident Leader, where everyone’s welcome. That’s why we commit to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you need support with your application, don’t hesitate to contact us at Early_Careers_PL@tesco.com. And if you're interested in joining our team but don't tick every box, don't let that hold you back from applying.  

Want to get to know us better? Watch our team talk about our culture – YouTube 

Discover our colleagues’ stories for an inside look at what it’s like to work with us. 

In case of big number of applications the application time may be shortened.

If that sounds exciting, then we'd love to hear from you. 

Any questions? Feel free to get in touch: Early_Careers_PL@tesco.com

Follow us on social media to get to know our team better: Facebook; LinkedIn 

Tesco is committed to celebrating diversity and everyone is welcome at Tesco. As a Disability Confident Employer, we’re committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process, allowing candidates the opportunity to thrive and inform us of any reasonable adjustments they may require.

Full-time/Part-time (minimum 32 hours/week) 

Salary for full-time: 10 700 PLN (gross/month)

Apply by: 28/02/2025 

Start date: 01/09/2025

This role is Kraków-based, and we follow a hybrid working model with 3 days in the office a week. 

About the programme 

Whether you are a graduate or a junior engineer, Tesco Technology’s Early Careers Programme is a great way to develop both your technical and interpersonal skills. The programme begins in September 2025 and lasts between 18 to 24 months, offering rotations across different teams every six months.  

Throughout the programme, you will gain hands-on experience with diverse tech stacks and business domains, while learning from experienced professionals. You will get to join practical workshops and receive ongoing support from your manager and mentors to help you grow and build your career.

The programme offers a fixed-term employment contract (umowa o pracę). Once you’ve completed it, you’ll be able to apply for a Software Development Engineer II role through internal recruitment. 

About the role 

As a member of Tesco Technology’s engineering team, you’ll make an impact from day one. Collaborate with software engineers, data scientists, product managers, systems engineers and analytics experts to build robust software solutions that deliver value to our customers. You’ll own the software lifecycle end-to-end, adopting DevOps practices such as continuous integration, continuous delivery and ongoing production support. 

Take charge of your personal growth by creating and managing a development plan. Your manager and mentors will be there for you, helping you find ways to improve your technical and communication skills. This will set you on the path to making a real difference at Tesco Technology and becoming one of our future leaders.

About you 

We’re seeking ambitious people who are ready to make a real impact, take ownership of their work and step outside their comfort zones. Whether you’re a final-year computer science student, a recent graduate, or transitioning into IT, we’d love to hear from you. While prior experience isn’t required, it’s a bonus— we encourage you to highlight your experience, portfolio and projects in your CV and application. 

What you will need: 

• Analytical, problem-solving, and computational abilities. 
• A collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively within a team. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to different audiences and deliver impactful communication. 
• Strong coding skills in a widely used programming language. 
• General software engineering knowledge (we offer two development paths: backend and frontend development). 
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies (Scrum or Kanban). 
• Basic knowledge of distributed architecture and communication mechanisms. 
• Basic knowledge of Azure or other public cloud platforms. 
• Experience with basic tools relevant to the programme and chosen language.