Job Description
Job Purpose:
As Graduate Application Engineer you'll support the design, development and delivery of technology solutions across ODEON Cinemas Group, with a particular focus on platforms and tools, application development, process automation and AI .
This is a hands-on role that will contribute directly to building intelligent solutions that improve the guest experience, streamline operations and drive commercial value. The successful candidate will work across multiple projects and disciplines, gaining broad exposure to modern cloud platforms, AI frameworks and agile development practices.
Key Accountabilities:
- Application Development — Design, build and maintain applications that support cinema operations, guest-facing services and internal tools, using AI tools, modern development frameworks and cloud-native practices.
- AI & Intelligent Automation — Develop and deploy business solutions using Odeon approved AI tools and platforms, including AI agents and automation, that address real business challenges across Marketing, Operations, Film and Finance.
- Process Automation — Identify opportunities to automate manual workflows and repetitive tasks using low-code/no-code platforms (e.g. Azure function apps, Copilot Studio) and custom scripting to improve efficiency and reducing operational overhead.
- Integration & Engineering — Support the development and maintenance of APIs, data integrations and cloud services that connect ODEON's core platforms (Vista, Databricks, Azure), ensuring reliability, scalability and security.
- Testing & Quality — Write and maintain automated tests, contribute to CI/CD pipelines, and follow engineering best practices to ensure solutions are robust, well-documented and production-ready.
- Collaboration & Learning — Work closely with colleagues across IT, Data Engineering, Analytics and business teams to understand requirements, share knowledge and continuously develop technical and professional skills.
- Innovation & Horizon Scanning — Stay current with emerging technologies, AI frameworks and industry trends, proactively bringing ideas for how new tools and approaches could benefit ODEON.
Key Skills:
Essential:
- Degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, AI, or a related STEM discipline
- Foundational programming skills in one or more of: Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, C#
- Awareness of AI/ML concepts — e.g. large language models, prompt engineering, RAG patterns, or basic model training
- Self-starter with a genuine curiosity for technology and a passion for continuous learning
- Understanding of cloud platforms, ideally Microsoft Azure (or AWS/GCP)
- Familiarity with version control (Git) and agile development practices
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills — able to explain technical concepts clearly to non-technical colleagues
Desirable:
- Experience with web/mobile app development frameworks (e.g. React, .NET, Flutter)
- Exposure to data engineering tools — SQL, Databricks, Azure Data Factory
- Experience with low-code/no-code platforms (Power Platform, Copilot Studio)
- Familiarity with API design and integration patterns (REST, GraphQL)
- Personal projects, hackathons, or open-source contributions demonstrating initiative
- Interest in the entertainment, cinema or hospitality industry
ODEON benefits:
- Bonus Scheme
- Pension Scheme
- Hybrid working (2-3 days per week in the office)
- Unlimited free cinema tickets for you, and 12 friends and family tickets every three months
- 40% discount on our food and drinks, including our in-cinema Costa Coffee stores
- Private Medical Insurance
- Critical Illness Cover
- Life Assurance
- Free access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme – an online platform that offers advice and support on topics including finance, health, and mental wellbeing
- The opportunity to gain professional qualifications through our Bright Lights Apprenticeship scheme
- Fantastic career development opportunities across our cinemas and support offices
At ODEON Cinemas Group, everyone is welcome. We make movies better by bringing all our incredible differences and our different ways of thinking together with our passion for cinema, to deliver inspiring entertainment experiences for our guests. We are all individuals, and we recognise that everyone brings something special to our team.
Starting from the moment you apply, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is embedded into all parts of the colleague journey, and we welcome individuals from all backgrounds. We select colleagues based on merit and the passion they show for their role.
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